Job Searcher's Handbook, The - Softcover

Robbins, Carolyn

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0132356023 ISBN 13: 9780132356022

Publisher: Pearson, 2009

Synopsis

This book is designed to provide simple, step by step instructions to help the student through the entire job searching process. Completely up-to-date, the book offers more information on the global workplace environment, electronic resumes, and Internet resources than any other text on the market.  Its easy to follow, direct approach makes this book an effective tool for the job search. Hands-on exercises allow students to determine their individual needs, skills, and direction for securing the job that is right for them; sequentially-arranged chapters guide instructors in a logical process to the successful completion of a course.

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:

With over 25 years in the career placement field, Robbins offers a phenomenal hands-on and complete guide to the job search process.  After a thorough assessment, the job seeker is fully equipped with every tool regarding employer preferences, successful resume writing, networking, interview techniques and more.  

 

The fourth edition of The Job Searchers Handbook offers the most up-to-the-minute information available on: 

-          the global workplace environment

-          fluctuations and trends in the modern job market

-          electronic resumes and Internet resources

-          ideas and advice from field experts

 

Please visit the Student Success Supersite (www.prenhall.com/success), where students and faculty will find an array of resources.

 

Start strong. Finish stronger.

 

www.MyStudentSuccessLab.com

 

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0132356023
• ISBN 13: 9780132356022
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 232