Interviews, Résumé, CV's & Dressing for Success

[Dazzling Zoomer Gal Diana]

So many of our members are going through interviews, job hunting, preparing CVs and Résumés - worrying and wondering what they will be asked, how to dress, what to say. Here is a safe place where we can talk about how well - or NOT - the interview went, what is current NOW during the process, new updates on keeping current and hip with your résumé - all about getting that job! Let's help one another succeed! For example - has anyone been subject to the S.T.A.R. question? No? You more than likely will be! Did you know that sending your résumé/cv in word is passe? It should be in PDF format?

I will be posting some great links and tips here, please feel free to do the same. Let's ACE IT!

[Suuse]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

[Dazzling Zoomer Gal Diana]

Oh Tammy I AM THRILLED!!! Good on ya darling!

[SeaRain]

OFFER

To everyone who has a resume they would like to have proofread. I am great at proofreading. Proof of that: In DZGDiana's post above, 'hip with you resume' should be 'hip with YOUR resume' and, to be PC, in my post below I WORE (not word) a casual linen suit.(!)

So if you would like someone to proofread and make suggestions, I can set up a place where you can send your resume (in word or PDF format) and I will proofread - and critique if you would also like that.

No charge, of course, to my peeps, which includes all of you.

peace

SeaRain

[Dazzling Zoomer Gal Diana]

Hahahaha! Picky picky at me on Ning. Nice. We ALL know I can't write for beans, so of course I would have YOU proof read for me. Nice offer SeaRain and I would happily have you and one or two others eye bat such an important document.

Abuse is a hot topic with me right now. Let's talk about abuse at the workplace. Anyone having these issues? From my experience of late - and that of others I have spoken with - it seems that some Gen X types like to use abuse to try and control their peeps.

[Dazzling Zoomer Gal Diana]

I should qualify this to say "psychological abuse".

[Dazzling Zoomer Gal Diana]

Oh this is GOOD! Our Cowgirlu posted the link on her facebook profile (thanks darlin') and I just must share this with y'all! It's about acing an interview with the Gen X crowd when one is over 50 - an excellent advice article! Dealing with "bosses" in their thirties when one has a wealth of experience to offer is one of the most difficult issues facing our group in these very difficult times. Thanks Cowgirlu !!!

http://www.careerbuilder.com/Article/CB-1403-Getting-Hired-Acing-a-...