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  • Never Underestimate the Power of the Thank You letter!
    A little-known job search jewel: The Importance of the Thank You letter


    I've been asked many, many times, "Do I really need to send a Thank You letter to the employer?"... and the answer is always, "Yes! Yes! Yes!”

    Okay, so I am a bit anal about Thank You letters. I know that--especially after a wedding or birthday. But do we need to do it after an interview? Does the employer really care? Does it really make a difference?

    YES!

    When in the job search process, a little bit of manners goes a long way. A Thank You letter can literally boost your chances of beating out other candidates,
  • Networking-- the #1 way to get a job!
    NETWORKING

    A friend of mine recently asked me what was the hardest part of job search for most people. The answer? NETWORKING.

    Networking can be as unnerving as standing up in front of an audience for some people. Of course you have others, like most of my sales clients, who can get up in front of anyone and speak for any amount of time. But for most, just the thought of having to meet new people makes them wince.

    Here are a few pointers to help ease your way into the networking circuit:

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