The Job Searchers Handbook - Softcover

Robbins, Carolyn R.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0131555332 ISBN 13: 9780131555334

Publisher: Pearson College Div, 2005

Synopsis

This useful book is designed to provide simple, easy-to-follow instructions to help guide the job seeker step-by-step through the entire search process. Completely up-to-date, it offers more information on electronic résumés, websites, and Internet resources than any other book on the market. Interesting and easy to read and understand, the topics covered are broad in scope but not overwhelming; Hands-on exercises allow users to determine their individual needs, skills, and direction for finding a job; logically-ordered chapters provide excellent guidance. Its simple, direct approach makes this an effective tool for the job searcher of any age, background, and educational or skill level.

About this title

From the Publisher:

This complete, up-to-date tool offers simple, easy-to-follow instructions for all phases of the job search. Coverage begins by helping to identify the readers' goals, values, and priorities in the hope of matching them to the appropriate job or jobs. The second section of the book -- The Paper Trail--examines the vital paperwork necessary in today's competitive job market. The resume, cover letter, follow-up correspondence and application forms are covered in depth before moving to Section 3 -- Organizing, Searching, and Planning. This section includes making contacts, talking with the people who are part of the workplace and conducting research. The final section of the book -- Interviewing Made Almost Easy -- was written to minimize the fear and anxiety of interviewing by developing all of the essential interviewing skills drawn from the author's own experiences and her 20 years of service as a link between employers and applicants.

From the Back Cover:

Comprehensive in scope and maintaining its committment to hands-on learning, the latest edition of The Job Searcher's Handbook effectively incorporates technological advances, providing job seekers with innovative ways to market themselves to prospective employers.

Using her extensive experience in the career placement field, Robbins gives valuable insights regarding employer preferences, successful resume writing, and interview techniques.

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• Majors Exploration
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• Tips from Successful Students
• Student Bulletin Boards
• Faculty Resources

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson College Div
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0131555332
• ISBN 13: 9780131555334
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 191