Publisher's Synopsis
"Lavie's book is one that I would want to keep on my desk during a job search. It starts off with great tips for knowing when it's time to leave your current job, how to get the most value for the money you spend with resume writers, and have some great LinkedIn tips." -Joshua Waldman, author of Job Searching with Social Media for Dummies "Lavie Margolin has nailed it! When you need a new job, you don't want to read 1,000 pages of advice. You want a clear guide that covers the bases. This little book does exactly that, from start to finish." -Donald Asher, author of Cracking the Hidden Job Market When you are looking for your next career break, you need to utilize every advantage over other candidates that you can get. This book will help you to overcome the challenges that job seekers often face and thrive. By understanding the way that the job market and hiring process really works, you will put yourself into a better position to get a job faster and potentially earn hundreds of thousands more over the course of your career. This book will allow you to: Gain clarity on an often confusing and nonsensical employment hiring process. Showcase your skills in ways that appeal to hiring managers, recruiters and computer screening software. Receive suggestions for overcoming gaps in your work history. Create a resume that stands out from the crowd. Manage the applicant elimination game. Find the best job listing sites. Leverage your network for maximum effect. Discuss being "let go" or fired from a job. Tell the difference between genuine help and scams. Understand why you should always negotiate. Utilize all forms of social media, such as LinkedIn and Twitter, to get the job you need. Utilize a job interview to get the offer you were seeking. How not to let underlying age discrimination get you down. Acquire the tools and resources that you need in today's job market. Understand what role computers and applicant screening software can play in your getting, or not getting, the job. Understand what you need to do to really move forward in your career. Review examples of real-life success stories from job seekers who beat the odds and found the career that they were looking for. Understand the employer thought process: who they want and why they hire. Developing a resume and cover letter that recruiters appreciate. Avoiding the pitfalls of social networking platforms. Learn who should act as your professional references. Establish search engine optimization techniques that allow you to uncover "hidden jobs." Acknowledging your values and finding the right fit for your career. Implement job seeking tips that are relevant for today's market and not outdated or stale. Understand why applying on job boards are like sending "emails to the abyss" but why you can thrive anyway. What to do when you know someone who knows someone. Utilize alumni relations to your advantage. Understand why people will agree to meet with you. Refresh your job search with a healthy break. Learn if "work from home" actually works. Be prepared with 13 questions to ask an insider when changing careers. Have 4 ways to make a better impression on your boss Make the job fair a worthwhile experience. Break into our dream industry.
