http://www.freebookspot.in Latest books added today en-us http://www.freebookspot.in/logorss.jpg http://www.freebookspot.in 160 43 http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=34357 Here is invaluable information about taking charge of the interviewing process - to make sure you're sold on the company, and to assure that the company is sold on you. From the author of 101 Great Answers to the Toughest Interview Questions and Your First Resume, this book has proven to be a favorite with high school and college students throughout the world. While its status with students is understandable, Your First Interview is an essential tool for anyone needing the fundamental, step-by-step, "first time" guidance it offers- from mothers reentering the job market to professionals making a job change after many years at the same company. From advice on making initial contact with a prospective employer to negotiating salary and, hopefully, fielding more than one job offer, author Ron Fry arms readers with the knowledge and confidence to transform the job interview from a sweaty-palm experience into a job-winning joy. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=31726 According to Myers-Briggs test results, 25 percent of the population is introverted. Career experts believe that many introverts know what to do to find a new job, but won't - or can't - do what it takes because they fear talking to strangers, looking foolish, or being rejected. The Career Coward's Guide to Interviewing helps insecure job seekers combat these fears when facing a job interview. This book analyzes each aspect of a successful interview and provides easy steps for facing self doubts and challenges in a unique and easy-to-tackle format. Readers will learn to think about risk, payoff potential, time to complete, and a bailout strategy for all the obstacles one may face. Career coach Katy Piotrowski brings her expertise to JIST's brand-new Career Cowards series to help readers sell their qualifications without "bragging", develop courageous responses to tough questions, and have the courage to ask for a better salary offer. While other books certainly give strategies for a successful interview, this is one of the few guides that actually addresses the level of discomfort and awkwardness many people feel when trying to present themselves as an outstanding job candidate. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=31294 Tough interview questions are inevitable in today’s competitive job market. Ron Fry's "101 Great Answers to the Toughest Interview Questions" has helped more than 500,000 job seekers pinpoint what employers are really asking with every question, and more importantly: what they want to hear in response. This no-nonsense guide will prepare you to leverage the trickiest questions to your advantage. Learn how to deal gracefully with complicated case interviews, various personality types, and even potentially illegal questions - all while avoiding common mistakes. Get the expert answers employers are looking for! Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=31293 Product Description "101 Great Resumes" is a necessary resource for anyone who needs tips on creating that eye-catching resume, or for anyone who simply needs a format to follow. This collection of resumes is designed to appeal to the widest audience possible, by covering the greatest range of formats, personal situations, and careers. And in a job market that "The New York Times" called the worst for college graduates in nearly a decade, one in which the job candidate is no longer calling the shots, people need all the help they can get! Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=30781 Everyone at some point in their life will have to attend an interview. Whether they are applying for a job, a promotion, a training program, or college admission, they’ll likely have an interview. The need to create a good impression will be essential. Now in its fifth edition, this useful guide shows readers how to portray professionalism and confidence and take control of the interview process. Breaking the process down into accessible steps, Rebecca Corfield identifies the way to prepare for an interview, providing example questions and advice on how to answer them. There are also tips on what employers are looking for, how to make a presentation during an interview, and how to create a good and lasting impression. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=30489 In this book, experienced interviewer, Charlie Gibbs provides valuable advice on how to prepare for your interview, how to conduct yourself at the interview and, most crucially perhaps, gives examples of the sort of questions you are likely to be asked, with the kind of answers interviewers really want to hear. Common interview questions included are on your - drive for achievement - strategic thinking - relationship building - commercial awareness - leaderships skills - decision-making skills and judgement - customer awareness - development of self and others - teamworking skills You'll also find some good ideas for questions you can ask your interviewer. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=30286 Hiring the right person is crucial to business success. You need to know what to say to attract the best applicants, what to ask during the interview, and how to communicate your expectations and goals. Perfect Phrases for Perfect Hiring arms you with the right words for every stage of the hiring process-from early recruiting and reference checking, to final interviews and orientation. Using the book's hundreds of sample phrases and questions, you'll find exactly what to say and do to find just the person you're looking for. Inside you'll find winning phrases to help you * Separate the winners from the losers before the interview * Find out everything you need to know during the interview * Establish a strong working relationship after the interview Packed with the exact phrase to express yourself in any hiring scenario, Perfect Phrases for Perfect Hiring gives you the communication help you need to get the best players on your winning team. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=29396 Real-Resumes for Sales is based on the philosophy that the resumes and cover letters of sales professionals must be "a cut above" the ordinary job hunter's documents. The Table of Contents is designed to show individuals in numerous types of sales activities including advertising, consumer products sales, financial services sales, food industry sales, furniture industry sales, medical sales, real estate sales, retail sales, and many more. In many instances, the job hunter is seeking a career change such as a change from sales to sales management. The book is designed to be of the most value to people already in sales or to people who want to be in a sales career. The book illustrates how to make one's resume and cover letter versatile and "all purpose," so that one can explore opportunities in various industries. Each resume and its companion cover letter shown is a "picture" of a successful job hunt, and the theory behind the book is that "a picture is worth a thousand words." Real-Resumes Series editor Anne McKinney believes strongly that the resumes and cover letters of sales professionals must "blow doors open." All resumes in the book are one page in length, and all resumes are accompanied by a companion cover letter. The book begins with a brief section explaining the most effective job-hunting approach--the direct approach. This unique how-to book does not simply "tell how" to write an effective resume and cover letter; it "shows how" in page after page of meaty exa Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=29394 "The most user-friendly resume resource available. Whatever your background, this book will help you write a winning resume." -Job Bank USA "A unanimous ‘thumbs up’! A wonderful resource for job seekers." -DBM (largest outplacement company in the U.S.) Encyclopedia of Job-Winning Resumes, Third Edition is the most helpful and comprehensive resume book you can buy. It includes more than 400 success-proven resume examples that teach you how to personalize your resume according to your own unique career situation. The 17 chapters contain resumes that cover all major industries, span every job level from entry-level to CEO, and are helpfully arranged by both job field and title to make it easy for you to quickly locate the resumes that address your particular field or situation. The first chapter - "The Essentials of Writing Your Resume" - is as informative as it is brief. It includes expert advice about what information to include in your resume, what to omit, what to emphasize, and what to tone down. For a quick start, it's specifically designed to keep reading to a minimum so you can start sending out your resume as soon as possible. The second chapter, devoted to creating hard-hitting cover letters, includes 40 examples that cover a wide variety of typical career situations. And for those not-so-typical career situations, the next chapter includes 30 resumes that cover difficult circumstances such as frequent job changes, gaps in employment, layoff, lack of exper Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=28364 “Marky cuts to the core of what it takes to quickly attract the eye of an interviewer. Fearless Resumes is sure to be a winner for the serious job seeker.” —Lynn Joseph, Ph.D., bestselling author of The Job-Loss Recovery Program Guide Bestselling author and renowned career coach Marky Stein provides the edge you need in today’s ultracompetitive job market. With Fearless Resumes you will transform your resume from words on paper into a vibrant self-presentation that tells prospective employers what they want to hear. In no time, you’ll be crafting a resume that hooks prospective employers’ attention, turns boring past duties into dynamic personal statements, transforms weaknesses into strengths—and gets your name on top of the resume heap in any HR office. Fearless Resumes shows how to Use words and phrases employers look for Prove your value to the company Turn weaknesses into strengths Avoid common snares Unlike dry, run-of-the-mill guides consisting of little more than a sample resume, Fearless Resumes is a quick and fun book that provides a proven resume-crafting strategy from a top expert in her field. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=28356 In this lively and accessible introduction to Sylvia Plath's writing, Bassnett offers a balanced view of one of the finest modern poets. Bassnett argues that there can never be any definitive version of the Plath story, but from close reading of the texts she left behind, readers can discover the excitement of her diverse work. The second edition includes three new chapters and ends with a reading of Ted Hughes' Birthday Letters. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=28355 The first collection of essays to be published since Ted Hughes' death, this volume gathers contributions from most major international Hughes scholars. The collection reflects some well-trodden paths of Hughes criticism, however, it also revisits critical discourse on his work, acknowledging that it is no longer possible to study Hughes without reference to Sylvia Plath. The collection also challenges a critical reception that has prided itself on being the mouthpiece of the poet's own ideological discourse. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=27915 Many candidates are nervous about case interviews. Because the specific case cannot be prepared in advance -you don't know what the case will be-. This free book will demystify case interviews and give you guidelines and advice on how to prepare for them. Good luck with your interview. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=27245 Product Description Increasingly, employers today are using a tough new kind of interview to evaluate candidates and determine how well they think on their feet. To be successful in these new competency-based interviews, job seekers must be prepared with situation-specific examples that highlight the accomplishments, knowledge, and abilities they have that employers need. Featuring a plethora of sample questions and winning answers. This indispensable guide features fill-in-the-blank exercises readers can use to prepare themselves to demonstrate sought-after competencies and wow potential employers. It's a powerful book no job seeker should be without. Book Description Increasingly, employers today are using a tough new kind of interview to evaluate candidates and determine how well they think on their feet. To be successful in these new competency-based interviews, job seekers must be prepared with situation-specific examples that highlight the accomplishments, knowledge, and abilities they have that employers need. Featuring a plethora of sample questions—and winning answers—this book is organized by the five core competencies most interviewers are looking for: • Individual responsibility (decisiveness, independence, flexibility, career goals) • Managerial skills (leadership, delegation, strategic planning) • Motivational factors (ambition, initiative) • Analytical skills (problem solving, attention to detail) • People skills (teamwork, commu Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=26625 In any interview situation you are 'selling yourself'. Obviously you have to demonstrate that you have the key skills and competencies that are being sought. But that's not enough - you also have to show that you have the enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to make a success of the job - that 'extra special something.' The magic ingredient for this is thorough preparation. This book will help you with the essential pre-interview groundwork as well as the interview encounter itself. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=26107 Itchy Donner doesn’t have much going for him. A rashy eleven-year-old growing up fatherless in a dying backwoods Idaho timber town, Itchy is obsessed with the past-specifically, his family’s past. Itchy’s the great-great-great grandson of Tamsen Donner, the Donner Party’s famous matriarch, and Itchy studies his ancestor’s history with the relentlessness that only a true nerd can muster. He and his mother Irene live poor but happy in a ramshackle singlewide, and Irene encourages Itchy’s interest and pride in his illustrious ancestors. But their predictable lives are forever turned upside-down when the wandering gyppo logger Red Donner-Itchy’s blustery, larger-than-life father-blows back into town looking to make amends for his past and put his family back together again. ITCHY DONNER is a tragi-comic tale of liars and dreamers, of the distant Donner ghosts who haunt Itchy’s present, and of Itchy’s quest to understand the past, know his father, and make his family whole again. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=23815 A proper resume and effective job-hunting skills can go a long way in getting a foot in the door. An invaluable handbook for those looking to improve their ability to find a job, The Ferguson Guide to Resumes and Job-Hunting Skills covers all the essential elements of the job-hunting process - from finding a career track that matches one's needs and interests to organizing and writing a resume and cover letter to getting and conducting successful job interviews. More than 100 samples illustrate many different types of resumes and cover letters. Additional information explores the benefits of preparing a resume early, both as a tool for career exploration and as a way to help readers prepare for the professional world. Each of the four major sections includes several chapters covering each aspect of the topic. Sections Include: Looking for a job and career: self-assessment, the basics of job searching, looking beyond the classifieds, and getting organized; Writing a resume: the purpose of a resume, a step-by-step guide to preparing a resume, and different types of resumes such as chronological, functional, and combined; Writing a cover letter: what cover letters do, common mistakes to be avoided, and different types of cover letters such as broadcast letters and personal letters; Interviewing: what to expect and what to accomplish, communication techniques, dressing right, fielding and asking questions, and following up. The perfect guide for those looking to improve their res Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=23779 Asking behavior-based questions is the best way to elicit useful information from potential job candidates. There's a big difference between asking someone how they might handle a hypothetical situation, and saying, "Tell me about a time you..." By having applicants describe specific situations from their own experience, human resources professionals and hiring managers can better determine whether individuals possess the skills required for the job. But developing such questions can be time consuming and difficult. High-Impact Interview Questions contains 701 questions for readers to use or adapt, matched to in-demand skills such as customer focus, motivation, initiative, adaptabilty, teamwork, and more. Readers can go quickly to the particular skills they want to measure and find just the right tough but necessary questions to ask. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=23772 The drama of Harold Pinter evolves in an atmosphere of mystery. While the surfaces of life are realistically detailed, the patterns below the surface are as obscure as the motives of the characters, the pause as prominent and suggestive as the dialogue. Despite the vivid naturalism of his characters' conversations, they behave very often more like figures in a dream than people with whom one can easily identify, at least on superficial levels. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=23763 In the first 60 seconds, interviewers can decide whether you will be moved to the top of the list… or dropped from consideration! In today's crowded job market, The First 60 Seconds is an innovative book that shows job seekers how best to impress in that crucial first minute and gives strategies to constantly differentiate themselves from the competition. From preparing a credentials package to connecting with the interviewer, candidates will learn how to set themselves apart every time—especially essential with a 5% national unemployment rate. Author Dan Burns has provided consulting and employee placement services to Fortune 500 companies for the past fourteen years. He'll show you how to tackle: • The 60 Days before the Interview • The Next 60 Minutes (after the First 60 Seconds) • The Close and the Follow-Up • The 60-Month Career Plan Whether you're a new job-seeker or out on the market after years of steady employment, The First 60 Seconds gives you the best tools to win your next great career opportunity. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=23203 This book will give you the confidence to succeed at any interview. Now in it's fourth edition, this book has been revised and updated to include: - The latest trends and expectations from employers in an everchanging marketplace. - Specific advice for beginners from an industry expert. - Updated information on how the world of interview works, and what exmployers hate most. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=23038 Successful Interviews is an ESL study guide to the language and skills you need to present yourself successfully in English in job interviews: Key Points to Consider for Job Interviews Getting Started and Small Talk Talking about your Previous Experience Vivid Language for Describing your Abilities Describing your Greatest Accomplishments Discussing your Weaknesses Handling Tough Questions Asking the Interviewer Questions Second Round Interviews Comparing Candidates Abilities and Skills Negotiating your Salary Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=22809 In HILLARY (And Bill): The SEX Volume—Part One of the Clinton Trilogy, Bill and Hillarys meteoric rise to success is chronicled. It s a carefully plotted path that eventually led them to the White House. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=22808 The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream is the second book written by President-elect of the United States Barack Obama. In the fall of 2006, it became number one on both the New York Times and Amazon.com bestsellers lists after being endorsed by Oprah Winfrey. In the book, Obama expounds on many of the subjects that became part of his 2008 campaign for the Presidency. The book advance from the publisher of $1.9 million contracted for three books. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=22487 Get the Job You Want, Even When No One’s Hiring You CAN find a good job in a bad economy – but NOT with conventional search strategies. New Rules for a New Reality Today’s job market is the toughest in recent history, and the challenges are here to stay. Even so, you CAN get the job you want – IF you discard conventional approaches to the search. Get the Job You Want, Even When No One’s Hiring is the ONLY career book that: Explains the special strategies necessary to land a job during an economic crisis Integrates comprehensive, practical guidance on both job search and career management Provides an extensive online “Job Search Survival Toolkit” to augment the book Addresses the realities of this job market with real-world, actionable steps Positions this downturn in the economy as a positive opportunity to develop a much better career In Get the Job You Want, Even When No One’s Hiring, career expert Ford R. Myers maps the new world of job search and reveals essential strategies for your success. You’ll learn how to seize opportunities that aren’t posted yet … how to make yourself an instant asset to potential employers … how to clearly stand-out as the best candidate ... and how to leverage social media, blogs, and other Web tools. Best of all, you’ll learn how to “recession-proof” your career for the long term. Can YOU Get the Job You Want, Even When No One’s Hiring? With this powerful new book – YES, you can! Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=21935 “You’ve got that professional resume in hand and you’re ready to “hit the pavement” (or the computer) and head out on your search of all searches, to find a job! But wait, it takes much more than having just a resume to have a successful job search and this chapter is designed to provide you with all of the methods you will need to apply in order to be successful. The job hunter or career changer can find job hunting to be a very frustrating experience. In other words, it’s a job finding a job! There are no set in stone rules for job hunting; no magic formulas or solutions. However, by utilizing all the options available to us, we can make the job search more efficient and be successful in the long run. A successful job search starts with thorough preparation and planning. This is true whether you are beginning your career, seeking re-employment or considering a more satisfying occupation. An important step in this process is to assess your personal characteristics; take a good look at who you are and what you have done. This will require time and effort, but the time you invest will be worthwhile. Self-assessment can help you to decide on a realistic job objective. The information you discover will also be helpful when writing your resume, completing job applications and preparing for job interviews.” Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=21654 This document is a compilation of some of my top articles on career excellence, put together neatly in a pdf for your easy reading. The articles covered include: how to nab that job interview, ways to be more productive, how to deal with stress, and more. If you are someone who is keen to achieve excellence in your career, you will find the information incredibly helpful in your journey. Read more...
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]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=21288 Interviewees need the right skills for the interview as well as the right skills for the job. This book covers preparation and follow-up as well as 'inside the interview' techniques, enabling candidates to tune in to the interviewer and excel on the day. This edition is revised and updated. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=21215 A Career Guide Bestseller! -- Library Journal, April 1, 2004 --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Product Description This new second edition includes more than 150 winning cover letters for every profession and situation. Readers get great tips from before and after transformations that turn boring letters into knockouts. Plus, there are tips on resumes, e-mail and scannable cover letters, thank-you letters, and dozens of sample opening paragraphs. Also provides proven first paragraphs to start the cover letter with strength. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=21197 Times are tought and you need every advanatge you can get. Trying to find a job is hard enough, not to mention actually being the one hired. Before your next job interview be prepared by reading this free HOW TO ACE ANY INTERVIEW book and land that job! Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=21190 This lighthearted memoir chronicles the author's move from Iran to America in 1971 at age seven, the antics of her extended family and her eventual marriage to a Frenchman. The best parts will make readers laugh out loud, as when she arrives in Newport Beach, Calif., "a place where one's tan is a legitimate topic of conversation." She is particularly good making gentle fun of her father, who loves Disneyland and once competed on the game show Bowling for Dollars. Many of the book's jokes, though, are groan inducing, as in, "the only culture that my father was interested in was the kind in yogurt." And the book is off-kilter structurally. After beginning with a string of amusing anecdotes from her family's first years stateside, one five-page chapter lurches from seventh grade in California to an ever so brief mention of the Iranian revolution, and then back to California, college and meeting her husband. In addition, while politics are understandably not Dumas's topic, the way she skates over the subject can seem disingenuous. Following the revolution, did her father really turn down the jobs offered to him in Iran only because "none were within his field of interest"? Despite unevenness, Dumas's first book remains a warm, witty and sometimes poignant look at cross-cultural misunderstanding and family life. Immigrants from anywhere are likely to identify with her chronicle of adapting to America. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=21163 Create a strong, impressive resume that will lead you to the right job! To stand out among the hundreds of job seekers applying for any position, you have to have a resume that hits the target every time. Resumes for First-Time Job Hunters offers: * Nearly 100 sample resumes and 20 cover letters * A variety of eye-catching resume formats * Tips on highlighting your strengths and using active vocabulary * Work sheets for gathering personal information * And much more Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=20737 From the Vault Career Library covering the basics of financial statements, fit portion of interviews and equity and debt valuation techniques in a step-by-step process. From the Publisher The Vault Guide to Finance Interviews is your top resource for landing a finance job. Whether you’re looking for a position at an investment bank, mutual fund, hedge fund or commercial bank, the Guide has the questions you’ll encounter. We give you over 100 questions asked in actual interviews at the top finance firms, along with detailed answers, key finance concepts and easy-to-follow charts and frameworks. Don’t be afraid of technical or quantitative questions. Read the Vault Guide to Finance Interviews and you’ll be prepared for the toughest finance interview. Inside information about finance interviews Valuation techniques Bonds and interest rates Options and derivatives Accounting concepts Mergers and acquisitions What personal qualities interviewers look for in a candidate Other key concepts, frameworks and takeaways About Vault Vault, Inc., the Insider Career Network(tm), is the leading media company focused on careers. Job seekers love Vault for its award-winning guidebooks, thousands of online company and industry profiles, popular job board, and the Internet's first-ever message boards for employees, called the Electronic WaterCooler(tm). HR professionals and hiring managers embrace Vault for its top-quality HR content, message boards, targette Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=20490 George Bush's 1988 campaign pledge, 'Read my lips: no new taxes,' has become a mantra for those who distrust politicians and bureaucrats. The gulf between what political leaders say and do seems to be widening, and in democratic societies around the world, contributing to an atmosphere of cynicism and apathy among the citizenry. Understanding the characteristics and functions of speech in policy processes is a requirement for trying to overcome this problem; indeed, politicians and bureaucrats spend a good proportion of their time and resources discoursing, i.e., writing, speaking, and publishing. However, there has been scant analysis of political discourse; the aim of this book is to help fill this analytical gap, by exploring political speech from a variety of perspectives, including normative, epistemological, and empirical. Incorporating insights from economics, political science, philosophy, and law, and evidence from the United States, Canada, France, Italy, Turkey, and the EU, the book addresses a wide variety of timely issues, including: Fiscal discipline in speeches vs budget balance - Is an improvement (deterioration) of the budget balance preceded by a more (less) fiscally disciplined discourse? Revenues forecasted in budget speeches vs realized budget outcomes - Is there a systematic bias? If so, how can we explain it? and Electoral pledges vs actual realizations - Do governments follow up on their electoral pledges? Incorporating insights from economics, politic Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=20482 The protagonists of this ambitious account are an elusive figure named Effective Anti-Crime Legislation and the tragic John Q. Public; Partisan Politician, Lobbyist and the Media play supporting roles. Gest, an award-winning writer for U.S. News and World Report, reenacts the 30-year modern American crime drama to show that we are shooting in the dark, so to speak, in our crime legislation we don't know what is effective in reducing crime. In his extensive research, he interviewed key crime-fighters, including former U.S. Attorneys General Edwin Meese and Janet Reno, and federal legislators Arlen Specter, Edward Kennedy and Joseph Biden. Gest presents back-room views of laws and administration policies that range from "Just Say No" and Three Strikes, to the truth-in-sentencing initiative and juvenile boot camps. Since the mid-'60s, when conservative Republican Barry Goldwater "put crime on the national agenda," politicians have tried to appear tough on crime. Gest largely attributes ineffective crime legislation to inconsistent leadership, ideological bickering, misguided theatrics and hasty, simplistic solutions, particularly following the Columbine and Polly Klaas tragedies. He takes the media to task for sensationalism and ignoring meaningful debate and success stories. Gest notes promising, mostly grassroots (as opposed to federal) reforms and offers a seed plan for smarter crime-fighting. But this dense, scholarly book lacks enough concrete examples to ground the lay rea Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=20429 This revolutionary how-to workbook is the easiest way to create a winning resume that practically writes itself. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=20293 The second edition of this major text in global communication has been fully revised to bring it up to date with advances in this dynamic field. Discussing the major trends, stakeholders, and global activities involved in international communication, this book provides new insights into the worldwide factors affecting media.· Utilizes numerous and diverse examples of media stakeholders, including CNN, AOL/Time Warner, the BBC, movies, the internet, and the music industry· Offers a user-friendly balance of theoretical and empirical material· Organized accessibly around two main theories: electronic colonialism and world-system theory· Places emphasis on the history of the international communications debate· Features engaging examples from media coverage of the war of terrorism to the birth of the iPodThis newly revised edition provides updates for all developments in media since 2002: most substantially for the post-9/11 war on terrorism, the Afghanistan and Iraq wars, Al Jazeera, and Arabic media systems. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=19777 In a job interview, every word counts. That's why you need to make sure you'll be prepared with exactly the right answers to any question an interviewer might throw at you. With Perfect Phrases for the Perfect Interview, you will be equipped to handle even the toughest questions. This ready reference supplies you with: The best answers to a wide range of interview questions, from icebreaker questions about experience to questions about specific skills to the dreaded "Why did you leave (or get fired from) your last job?" Exercises and resources that help you prepare for the big day Tips on words to avoid and on how you can convince a potential employer that you are perfect for the job Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=19776 I found "Blogging Heroes" to be a really inspirational book that introduces the reader to many of the pioneers of blogging. As someone who is not a hard-core technical person, it was refreshing to learn the variety of blogs and get a glimpse into their world from the inside. You will probably recognize several of the blogs and enjoy finding out their origins and what motivates the people that breath life into them. Some of the blogs profiled started as magazines first; others were born online. Some are run professionally by trained journalists; others are run as hobbies during spare time. All of the profiles, though, were interesting. I often found myself at the end of each chapter thinking, "That is so cool. What that person did!" As you read the book, you'll easily notice patterns in the advice, motivations and other factors that were keys to these bloggers' success. By the end of the book, you'll have a very concise list of what to do if you want to get started blogging (or improve your current blog). Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=19442 Let’s face it, EVERYONE gets a little nervous about interviewing. You want to make sure you’re sending the right signals to potential employers, while still getting the information about the job you need as well. "The Complete Idiot’s Guide to the Perfect Interview" gives you all of the tips for a successful interview! Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=19440 In this busy world, people don’t always have time to prepare for job interviews far in advance. This book distills JIST’s revolutionary and proven interview advice into seven quick chapters covering self-assessment, computer research, key questions, a system for answering any question that might come up, unusual situations, follow up after the interview, salary negotiation, and more Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=19435 Cosentino demystifies the consulting case interview. He takes you inside a typical interview by exploring the various types of case questions and he shares with you a system that will help you answer today’s most sophisticated case questions. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=19251 Cover letters are often considered the plague of the job search. Most job seekers spend a great deal of time and effort preparing a winning resume, and then fail to appreciate just how important cover letters are to their successful efforts. To ensure that you don’t fall into this trap, we’ve written this book to share our insider secrets to cover letter writing, design, formatting, and distribution. If you’re currently in the job market, we’ve got some great news for you! According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, total employment in the United States is expected to increase by 14.7 percent between the years 2004 and 2014 (www.bls.gov). As the numbers indicate, it’s a great time to be looking for a job, whatever your particular situation (such as graduating college student, skilled tradesperson, mid-level professional, senior-level executive, return-to-work mom, or military veteran). Opportunities are everywhere, and your challenge is to position yourself so that you can capture those opportunities and land a great new job. Developing a powerful cover letter to accompany your resume is key to opening doors and generating interviews. Ultimately, cover letters and resumes do not get jobs; people do. But by creating a set of documents that clearly communicate who you are, what you can do, and how well you do it, you can present yourself as a desirable candidate in the eyes of prospective employers. Equipping yourself with one or more cover letters that Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=19175 With a growing body of research showing that Emotional Intelligence is one of the key indicators of success, smart hiring managers know that choosing employees based on their EQ makes sense. What they don't know is the best way to do it. The EQ Interview gives readers the skills and understanding they need to assess candidates' emotional intelligence and ensure that they're the right fit for the job. This practical guide explains the five areas of emotional intelligence, and how these competencies enhance job performance. The book then arms interviewers with more than 250 behavior-based questions specially formulated to help determine how applicants have used their EQ in past experiences. Readers will learn how they can analyze and interpret answers to predict future success, and even spot "EQ frauds" to avoid costly hiring mistakes. Filled with insightful examples, this is the one book that shows readers how to factor emotional intelligence into their hiring process. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18879 Introduction Congratulations! You’ve got an interview. This is meant to be good news, so why do you feel as if you’ve just had advance notice of your execution? Don’t worry, you should feel nervous. It’s natural. Interviews are very important; they stand between you and the job of your dreams, or at least an honest job with a reasonable salary. Feel nervous for the right reasons, though. Actors about to go on stage can feel tense because of two things. Either they don’t know their lines, haven’t rehearsed, don’t know what to expect and are afraid of making a fool of themselves; or they’re fully prepared and anxious to give their very best performance. The first sort of nerves makes you feel sick and hinders your delivery. Unique among interview guidebooks, Ultimate Interview organizes common interview questions according to specific job types, such as management, sales and marketing, administrative, clerical. This helps interviewees focus on the questions that are most relevant to their situation. Each section looks at the thinking behind the questions, and suggests an effective method of answering. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18827 In today’s competitive job market, giving a top-notch interview is the only way to gain that extra edge. Featuring more than 200 sample questions you are most likely to encounter, The Everything(r) Practice Interview Book gives you smart answers to all the toughest questions, helping you impress the interviewer with your composure and intelligence. The Everything(r) Practice Interview Book, by Dawn Rosenberg McKay-manager of the Career Planning Site for About.com-arms you with what to say and how to say it, giving you the advantage over your competitors and the confidence to succeed. Features winning tips on how to: Research your prospective employer Make the best first impression Avoid making a costly faux pas Field trick questions Compensate for gaps in experience Whether it’s your first interview or you just want to polish your skills, The Everything(r) Practice Interview Book will prep you for any curveballs! Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18825 A resume is like the first thirty seconds of a blind date-one with a prospective employer. That’s all the time you have to get a hiring authority’s attention and-hopefully-an interview. A bad resume will absolutely eliminate you from the competition. Building a strong resume is the single most important step in landing a new job. The Everything Resume Book, 3rdd Edition is your one-stop resource for crafting a resume that will highlight your skills and experience to get you the job you want. This hands-on guide offers helpful hints on format and presentation and includes the most up-to-date guidelines for using the Internet in your job search. This completely revised and updated edition includes new information on: Job boards and the best Web resources for job seekers Using resumes as a personal brand The advantages and disadvantages of video resumes Social networking sites in the job search Generation gap issues relating to resumes Resume blogs Bursting with more than 100 sample resumes for a wide range of professions, this guide contains the information you need to command a prospective employer’s attention and score that all-important interview. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18746 Got a job interview next week? Congratulations! Interviews are the deal-breaker that can win or lose you the job, so now's the time to brush up on those interview skills. Have you prepared answers for all the tricky questions that interviewers can throw at you, like 'Why would you like to work here?', 'What are your weaknesses?', or those thorny scenario questions where you have to think on your feet? "Interview Skills that Win the Job" will give you the confidence you need to stay calm and in control to impress even the most hardened of interviewers. No more long-winded answers, debilitating nerves or being stumped by difficult questions - here are all the tips you need for interview success. More than a guide to answering questions, "Interview Skills that Win the Job" covers everything you need to know, from what to do when faced with a panel of interviewers, to selecting an appropriate outfit and ensuring your body language gives the right message. Don't let this potentially nerve-wracking experience undo your chances, do your homework before the interview, and win the job of your dreams. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18737 Endorsed by the Professional Association of Resume Writers Now that 70 percent of job searches are conducted online, and resumes are processed by computers programmed to scan for keywords, knowing the right keywords­­or buzzwords associated with a profession, industry, or job function­­and how to use them effectively has never been a more critical job-search skill. The most comprehensive reference of its kind, this powerful resume-writing resource gives readers instant access to 2,500 indispensable keywords germane to 300 careers in nine employment categories­­from business, the law, and health care, to the arts, education and media­­and shows how to use them effectively. In 2,500 Keywords to Get You Hired, readers will find: * Keywords for hundreds of individual careers * A complete listing of critical keywords for each career * Boxed examples demonstrating how keywords can be deployed strategically in a resume * Sample resumes incorporating keywords Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18555 Presenting 100 examples of winning resumes, one of America's leading professional resume writers shares her secrets of writing resumes that have actually led to $100,000+++ jobs for her many high-powered clients. A visual feast of outstanding resumes, this rich collection of resumes is organized by key professions. Each resume presents the "best of the best" these professionals have to offer employers seeking top talent in today's turbulent job market. Examine these resumes and you'll quickly discover what strategies others use in developing resumes that stand out from the crowd. You, too, may join this select group of quality professionals who clearly communicate their qualifications to top employers worldwide... Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18481 Re-energize your resume! You’ve taken some time away from your career path, but you’re now ready to get back into the job market. Put your previous education and experience to work and get an edge on the other job applicants with Resumes for Re-Entering the Job Market. This helpful resource is packed with expert advice on creating concise, stylish resumes that will instantly get you noticed. With this go-to guide you’ll: Get access to nearly 100 sample resumes and cover letters Organize and draft your resume with the aid of helpful worksheets Discover the common elements in the most popular resume formats Learn to use vivid, active verbs in your resume Find out how to format and submit resumes electronically In today’s job market, an effective, eye-catching resume is essential for success. With the help of Resumes for Re-Entering the Job Market you’ll make a strong first impression and take a confident step toward landing the job of your dreams. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18473 If you have the responsibility of selecting and evaluating job candidates, this book will give you the tools to carry out an effective interview. Based on the philosophy that the best predictor of future success is past performance, the guide teaches you how to analyze a job, review a resume, and plan and maintain control of an interview. The list of sample questions will help you identify the right person for any job opening. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18375 A companion to the very successful Resume Magic and Cover Letter Magic. More than an interview how-to, this "career dictionary" holds A-to-Z secrets from America s most trusted career coach. Future-proof your career as you learn to provide value to employers, create a memorable career brand, quadruple your interview opportunities, tap into the most overlooked interview "must," demonstrate your ability to do the job, and bottom-line the return-on-investment employers will receive for hiring you. In addition, identify your Achilles Heel and maintain a mindset that will increase your confidence, optimism, and success. For the first time, a winning coaching technique is applied to the interview process to help you connect with employers and collaborate on how you can serve their needs. Plus, the innovative "R.O.I." interviewing technique will ensure that every one of your answers is on target. Whether you re facing a telephone, panel, stress, or behavioral interview! , this book will boost your interviewing competency, courage, and confidence. Key Features: * A totally unique approach: Focus on being prepared for any question that might come up. * Instructions on finding more job opportunities and landing more interviews. * Assessments of your value and goals to prove to employers that you are the best person for the job. * Strategies for overcoming any weakness. * Tips for turning the interview into a collaborative process rather than an interrogation. * Details on the eight d Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18374 he inside track on how to beat the "logic puzzle" job interview As if job interviews weren’t nerve-wracking enough, many companies, in their pursuit of the brightest and best, have begun beleaguering applicants with tests of logic, creativity, and analytical abilities. Many firms have replaced traditional interview questions such as "Tell us about yourself" or "What’s your biggest weakness?" with mind-benders such as: *Why are beer cans tapered at both ends? *How many piano tuners are there in the world? *How many Ping-Pong balls can you stuff into a Boeing 747? *How would you design a bathroom for the CEO of the company? *If you could remove any one of the 50 U.S.states, which one would it be? In How to Ace the Brain Teaser Interview, bestselling careers author John Kador gives readers the inside track on this new interview technique. He provides 75 puzzles actually used by HR departments across the nation, and he offers tips on how to solve them and present the solutions so as to make the best possible impression. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18295 Leading business psychologist Rob Yeung shows potential interview candidates how to cope with trick questions and how to ask questions that make a great impression. Dr Rob Yeung is a business psychologist who trains interviewers and designs assessment programmes for international organisations. He is a regular writer on management topics for the national press including The Guardian and Financial Times. He also appears on broadcase television programmes including CNN and London Today. He is based in London, W14. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18254 Presents insights into underlying reasons behind interview questions and shows you how to interpret the response in a straightforward and useful way. Includes customized, pinpoint questions for every hiring scenario, with examples and real-life applications. PART I INTERVIEW QUESTIONS TO IDENTIFY HIGH-PERFORMANCE CANDIDATES 10 Interview Questions to Identify High-Performance Candidates against them, you’re realizing the pitfalls of this question. Then bring them back to reality by requesting that they tie their responses in to the business world and your industry. Getting the prospective new hire to commit to that number of years sets up your longterm expectations and minimizes the chances of premature turnover due to a lack of sufficient growth opportunities. So instead of listening to a staff accountant address her desire to attain her first divisional controllership with your Fortune 500 organization, you’ll hear more about the candidate’s desire to assume broader duties as a staff ... Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18127 There is one basic difference between this book and the many others on similar topics: This one works! For over 20 years, the author has refined techniques presented here , and they have helped over a million people find better jobs in less time. These techniques increase results in job search programs -- even in areas of high unemployment -- for career changers, students, unemployed professionals, and anyone planning a career or looking for a job. In a project demonstrating the techniques in this book, 96 percent of the participants got jobs in an average of 21 days. Remarkable, this occurred in the city with the highest unemployment rate at the time -- over 25 percent.This completely revised book provides practical and easy-to-use advice in a lively, interactive, and interesting format. Whether you have a clear job objective or not, Getting the Job You Really Want will help. You learn quickly how to: Identify your key skills Define your ideal job Explore career alternatives Find the hidden 70 percent of unadvertised jobs Use the phone to get two interviews a day Create superior resumes Cut your job search time in half! Succeed and move up on a new job Many consider Getting the Job You Really Want the best book of its kind because of its results-oriented approach. This might explain why the author's books are the most widely used in job search programs in North America. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18064 Clear, quick, effective solutions to the 50 most common resume problems "No matter how much you think you know about writing resumes, you'll learn something new. I'd recommend this book to anyone conducting or anticipating a job search."--Laura Lorber, Managing Editor, CareerJournal.com In this solution-oriented guide, bestselling careers author John J. Marcus zeros in on the 50 most common resume writing problems and offers easy-to-perform fixes for each. Among other crucial lessons, readers learn how to identify and deal effectively with job history problems, skill-set deficiencies, poor visual presentation, and formatting problems. A compelling feature that distinguishes The Resume Makeover from all the competition is its unique quick-reference, "Before and After" format. Each chapter focuses on one common problem and offers a proven solution, along with before-and-after documents illustrating how a few simple changes can significantly improve a resume. In addition, readers learn: * How to write a resume in half the usual time * Strategies for changing careers or reentering the workforce * Key words and phrases to include * How to write high-impact cover letters * The five areas in which all recruiters and employers grade resumes, and how to ace each one Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=18026 This workbook was created for internationally trained individuals who are considering moving to Canada or who have recently arrived. Please note that the fact that you have been accepted to come to Canada does not guarantee you employment in Canada in your preferred profession or any other profession. This workbook is not tied to any immigration or visa application process for coming to Canada. However, using this workbook will allow you to obtain the greatest benefit from your experience and education. Contents: Planning To Work In Canada, An Essential Workbook For Newcomers (2009) Table Of Contents Section A Living In Canada Introduction Step 1 – Learn About Your City Or Region Step 2 – Learn About Your Province Or Territory Step 3 – Need Help When You Get Here? Find Immigrant-serving Organizations Step 4 – What Kind Of Housing Is Right For You? Step 5 – Finding A Place To Live Step 6 – Social Insurance Number Step 7 – Health Card Step 8 – Driver’s Licence Step 9 – Canadian Bank Accounts Step 10 – Government Benefits Section B Canada’s Official Languages Introduction Step 1 – Canada’s Official Languages Step 2 – Language Skills Assessment Step 3 – Finding Language Training Step 4 – Do You Need Proof Of Language Skills? Step 5 – Get Proof Of Your Language Skills Section C Finding A Job In Canada Introduction Step 1 – Occupation Step 2 – Is This A Regulated Occupation? Step 3 – Who Regulates? Step 4 – Will I Need To Be Certified Or Licensed Or Re Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=16907 A proactive new strategy for removing anxiety, and regaining control, throughout the job interview process "Marky Stein's book is wonderful. She gives us a thorough analysis of the whole interviewing process. Fearless Interviewing is clear, kind, and full of good advice.... Highly recommended." Barbara Sher, author of Live the Life That You Love A job interview is one of life's most stressful and challenging experiences. Fearless Interviewing presents a strategic approach to interviewing, one that tips the scales back in favor of the job applicant. It provides useful advice on all aspects of the interviewing process, including how to: Dazzle interviewers in the first 20 seconds Handle tough interview questions with ease Command a salary up to 20 percent higher. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=16449 Finalist in series 1 of BBC TV's hugely popular "The Apprentice", Paul Torrisi tells the story of how he built the property business that made him too successful for Sir Alan Sugar. Up to the time that I entered "The Apprentice" I had spent 14 years in property. While my friends were out enjoying themselves, I had mortgages hanging round my neck and tenants to deal with. Would I have had it any other way? Absolutely. But I made my bed, and while dealing with drug dealers, hard prison offenders and worst of all, accountants, it dawned on me that this was my new life, and still is.'In this book Paul Torrisi gives a chronological account of his life in property from his very first purchase, to the present day. He started in the world of property acquisition and letting when he was just 20 years old, concentrating on buying to let 10 years before the term was even coined. Without the help of the property books and television programmes that abound today he had to feel his own way for much of his journey, stumbling upon problems as he found them. But he got through it and through his own inspirational story he seeks to impart some of the lessons and wisdom he learned along the way'. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=16411 It deals with pre-interview preparation and how to research the company you're applying to work with. It also offers useful tips on how to present yourself on the day, the golden rules of body language and how to handle nerves. Find out how to deal with the unexpected, cope with awkward questions, and leave on the right note. With the right preparation you really can tip the scales in your favour. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=16019 Product Description Winning techniques that make you shine when your career is on the line Behind every question, an interviewer is really thinking, “What will you do for me?” Sell Yourself in Any Interview teaches you to translate your personal features (skills, experience, education, background) into direct benefits that meet the specific needs of the interviewer. This results-oriented workbook teaches the strategies employed by successful salespeople, such as being an excellent listener, asking questions skillfully, and delivering outstanding benefits. From the Back Cover LEARN TO THINK LIKE AN INTERVIEWER-AND SELL YOURSELF LIKE A PRO. After forty years of training managers to interview and hire the best employees, Oscar Adler uncovered a common mistake applicants make during the interview process: They focus on themselves when they should be focusing on the interviewer. Behind every question, the interviewer wants to know one thing-“What can you do for me?” This step-by-step guide explains exactly how to answer that question. Using the same tried-and-true techniques that have proven incredibly successful for top sales professionals, you'll be able to Recognize and address each interviewer's needs Play up your skills by turning them into benefits Maximize your references and referrals Prepare for a variety of interview situations Prove that you're perfect for the job! With the worksheets, self-assessment tests and exercises, tables, and chec Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=15461 Been laid off? Fired? Pushed out? See it coming? This book will help you get back on your feet, develop a plan of action, and find your next great job! Real answers from real experts: *What to do first!and what never to do*How to cope with the havoc, trauma, and anger*How to protect your professional reputation*How to keep your options open*Know your rights*What to do while you're out of work*How to safeguard your finances*What to tell your family*How to keep it from happening again*How to come back stronger and better than ever! You've just lost your job. (Or you're expecting to.) You know you're not alone: Millions of great people are losing their jobs these days. But this is you we're talking about. Losing your job can turn your life upside down. It can mess with your mind, your heart, your health, your family life...not to mention your financial security. Losing your job is just plain painful. This practical book will help you get through the trauma---and come out stronger, smarter, better. Top workplace expert Martha Finney brings together all the answers you need to empower yourself and regain mastery over your own life. Drawing on powerful insights and personal stories from an enormous network of experts, she answers questions like: *How do I protect my finances?*How do I get past the anger, alienation, and isolation? *Why haven't I heard from my coworkers?*What are my rights?*Can I get a better severance package? *Can I sue? Should I? *How do I stay on my career path Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=15458 "Work Wanted is a must-read for all boomers who see more than a finish line for their career! Jim Walker and Linda Lewis bring new light to the concepts of aging, work, and retirement in this great book." --Marshall Goldsmith, executive coach and author, What Got You Here Won't Get You There "This book was perfect for me, a younger baby boomer. It helped me to create my roadmap to financial independence and addresses many questions I didn't even know I had!" --Carol A. Gallagher, Ph.D., bestselling author, Going to the Top "The best resource available for professionals interested in planning their older years. Work Wanted makes a persuasive case that we can and should make paid work an important part of our older years. Most of us want to keep some attachment to the work world as we move into the retirement years, and Work Wanted tells us everything you need to know to do so." --Peter Cappelli, George W. Marshall Professor of Management, The Wharton School, and author, Talent on Demand: Managing Talent in an Age of Uncertainty The Complete Action Plan for Every Baby Boomer Who Wants to Keep Working--and Thriving! This is the definitive handbook for every baby boomer who wants, needs, or expects to keep on working! You'll find practical, realistic, action-oriented advice for working on your terms, not someone else's...reinventing yourself for your next stage of life...finding more meaning in the work you choose...protecting your finances and your lifestyle...and a whole lot mo Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=15182 Successful Interviews – A comprehensive bussines English study guide to job interviews in English Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=15087 A well-written letter can help you to secure a job interview. It directs attention to your good points and away from your weaker ones, helping you to create the right impression and get your point across clearly and concisely. Whether you have considerable experience, are looking for a first job, or returning from a career break, you need to be able to write a professional, business-like letter. Your letter is the first thing that the employer sees, so the impression that they get at this stage will stay with them.This fully revised new edition of "Readymade Job Search Letters" gives advice on style, presentation, the best words to use, common mistakes to avoid, and writing effective email job applications. It will help you to make a favorable impression, inform, persuade and build a good relationship with the people you write to in order to get that interview. It also provides a wide selection of letters for different situations that can be adapted for individual use, such as: speculative inquiries to a company, requests for an introduction, replies to an advertised vacancy, applications for promotion, cover letters for CVs. Punchy and informative and with supporting online download able sample letters, "Readymade Job Search Letters" is essential kit for any serious job-hunter. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=15027 1000 Best Job Hunting Secrets By Diane Stafford, Moritza Day * Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc. * Number Of Pages: 496 * Publication Date: 2004-06 * ISBN-10 / ASIN: 1402202180 * ISBN-13 / EAN: 9781402202186 Product Description: Consisting of 1,000 you-must-have-these, job-winning tips, The 1000 Best Resume Secrets covers the how-to of resume writing, what resumes must contain and the ways to make yours stand out among legions of others. Whether you are hunting for your first job, seeking a better position or planning to rejoin the workforce after raising kids or a mini-retirement, The 1000 Best Resume Secrets can get you the job you want. In twenty-seven chapters, subjects covered include: • Creating an irresistible resume • Soccer mom resumes • Writing an effective resume for flexible work styles • Knowing the pet peeves of hiring managers and head hunters • Getting your resume into the right hands • Knowing the pros and cons of e-resumes and creating your own • Knowing what employers consider resume turn-ons and turn-offs In addition, the book is filled with numerous sample resumes for every situation you might encounter, plus tips on writing a great cover letter and how to get noticed in todays electronic world. The 1000 Best Resume Secrets will lead you past the landmines and straight to the targetthe job you really think would make you happy. Summary: An employment seeking guide which covers everything Ra Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=14467 'For twenty years, I have been on the side of the desk where sits that scariest of dragons: the interviewer. The sheer variation of quality in the performance of interviewees has prompted me to distil what I've learned into one, manageable body of advice which, I hope, gives you the edge when it comes to getting that job.' As well as tips on how to prepare for, and conduct yourself at the interview itself, this book has almost 50 examples of the kind of answers interviewers really want to hear; the kind of answers that will get you that job. And if you can't find the answer to the question you want, then Charlie Gibbs will answer it for you, personally by email. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=14322 Power up your resume! You've worked hard for your computing degree; now it's time to take that education and put it to work. Get an edge on the other job applicants with Resumes for Computer Careers. This helpful resource is packed with expert advice on creating concise, stylish resumes that will instantly get you noticed. With this go-to guide you'll: Get access to nearly 100 sample resumes and cover letters Organize and draft your resume with the aid of helpful worksheets Discover the common elements in the most popular resume formats Learn to use vivid, active verbs in your resume Find out how to format and submit resumes electronically In today's job market, an effective, eye-catching resume is essential for success. With the help of Resumes for Computer Careers you'll make a strong first impression and take a confident step toward landing the job of your dreams. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=14264 Great Jobs for Engineering Majors will help you choose the right career out of the myriad possibilities at your disposal. It provides detailed profiles of careers in your field along with the basic skills necessary to begin a focused job search. You’ll soon be on the fast track to landing a job that satisfies your personal, professional, and practical needs. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=14193 For job seekers wanting to create effective resumes that hit the target every time, the VGM Professional Resumes series is here to help them reach that goal. Each book in the series offers essential advice plus 100 sample resumes and 20 cover letters tailored to a job seeker's needs or field of interest. Includes a variety of resume formats, tips on highlighting strengths and using active vocabulary, and helpful work sheets for gathering personal information. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=14192 "The excellent book... includes a wealth of suggestions on how to walk out of an interview with a best offer." -Joyce Lain Kennedy, syndicated career columnist Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=13780 Written for all job hunters – new entrants, mid–level people, very experienced individuals, and technical and non–technical job seekers – Answering Tough Interview Questions For Dummies is packed with the building blocks for show–stopping interviews. From the Back Cover Includes answers to over 200 of the toughest interview questions Stay one step ahead of the other candidates How do you respond to authority? What are your personal shortcomings? Passing a test is much easier when you?ve already seen the questions, right? Let master interviewer Rob Yeung brief you on the toughest interview questions and the most impressive answers. This book can get you one step ahead of the competition by making your honest answers sound great and your best answers sound honest. Discover how to Avoid cliched answers Talk positively about weaknesses Dismiss interview nerves Convey your unique selling points Beat the psychometric test Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=13679 Self-assessment is key to finding satisfying work and managing a rewarding career. By looking inside yourself and examining your needs and values, interest and skills, personality and preferences you can not only make better choices you can outline a plan for your entire career. ,Career Quizzes will help you do just that. The author takes you on a journey of self-discovery that will help you find work you love and develop your career from start to finish. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=12953 This workbook, Culture Matters, is a map to guide you through your cross-cultural experience and also a way for you to record your thoughts and feelings as you live and work in your host country. It contains a variety of exercises, as well as stories and quotations from Volunteers who have served before you, from experts on cross-cultural training, and from the kind of people you might expect to meet in your new country. Their stories present the exhilaration, satisfaction, confusion, and frustration that are all part of being a Peace Corps Volunteer. These stories and quotations, we hope, will inspire you, sober you, make you laugh, and make you think. You can compare these sentiments to your own observations and reactions as you move deeper into the culture around you. We all would like to find a magic pill for crossing cultures, the “right” answer, a simple list of do’s and don’ts, and you will get some useful do’s and don’ts from your trainers. But crossing cultures is a dynamic, complex process, where context is everything. A list of behaviors or a script can only take you so far, for what is a “do” in one set of circumstances might very well be a “don’t” in another. This workbook will help you function outside the script, to understand the values and beliefs behind behavior, and, ultimately, how the local people think. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=11583 CliffsNotes Delivering a Winning Job Interview will help you get over your nervousness by being prepared; know which questions to expect and how to answer them; deliver a job interview that wins you an offer; reinforce what you learn with CliffsNotes Review. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=11582 The Complete Q and A Job Interview Book presents every reader with their own personalized interview script so they will be prepared in advance for anything the interviewer throws at them—from questions about personal background to management ability to technical know-how. He shows interviewees how to master the “actor factor”—knowing that if they memorize their lines, sharpen their delivery, and dress for the part, they'll get hired in a heartbeat! Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=11581 There is growing interest in the use of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) as a Qualitative Market Research technique. NLP was previously used in psychology to understand how people think and react, and as a tool in self-development, interpersonal skills and business, looking at how our brains think and experience the world. Qualitative Market research experts now see that using NLP can help the researchers understand the human brain and, armed with this power, they can find out the truth from interviewees. The Hidden Art of Interviewing People shows how, by using NLP and related techniques in interviews, the market researcher can see beyond the obvious to the truth. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=11024 From writing top-notch resumes and sending tailored cover letters to going on winning interviews, this best-selling Vault guide is a comprehensive one-volume job search source. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=10815 Filled with "before and after" resume examples that not only teach the author's special techniques but also show why they work, "Resume Magic" divulges the secrets of better resume writing from an expert with more than a decade of experience producing powerful, effective resumes. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=10633 In this busy world, people don't always have the time to prepare for job interviews far in advance. For job seekers who wait until the last minute and need to speed up fast, there is Next-Day Job Interview. This book distills Mike Farr's revolutionary and proven interview advice into eight quick chapters covering self-assessment, company research, key questions, a system for answering any question that might come up, unusual situations, following up after the interview, salary negotiation, and getting more interviews. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=8322 Give confident, enthusiastic, and persuasive presentations. With an emphasis on the need for preparation and practice, this course provides guidance on how to organize, create, and deliver effective presentations. Conquer your fear of public speaking. Prepare and deliver well organized presentations. Capture and maintain audience interest. Learning Objectives: To explain how to build credibility and confidence as a speaker. To show how to use presentation technology to your advantage. To provide techniques for preparing and delivering a presentation well. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=6479 s your job search stalling out after you submit a resume but before you're offered an interview? With reinvented recruiting technology, unmanageable millions of resumes choking employer databases, and government mandates in the name of diversity, a gigantic change has occurred in the recruiting world over the past several years—and it demands a fresh look at how you write and market your resumes. Whether you're entering the job market for the first time, changing jobs, or changing careers, Resumes for Dummies, 5th Edition will show you the ropes and rules for a new era in recruiting and job finding. With 85ew content added since the previous edition, this up-to-date guide gives you the very latest strategies on how to create, and more importantly, distribute your resume in today's new job search environment. You'll learn: * Why most generic online resumes fail * How to customize resumes for each job opening * New quick ways to find the right jobs * How to use meta search engines to your advantage * Why both digital and print versions of resumes are still needed * How to use resumes interactively * The resume basics that still knock 'em dead * How to create resumes for your life's changing phases * What to do after you send them your resume With a wealth of sample resumes—organized by industry and career field, experience level and age, and special circumstances—along with tips on choosing professional resume help and other Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=6328 For years, interviewees have relied on 101 Great Answers to the Toughest Interview Questions. In fact, more than 500,000 people have used prior editions. The book begins with an overview of the interviewing process. Then, questions are grouped by chapter to cover the full range of possible interview topics--everything from, "Why are you thinking of leaving your current job?" to "When can you start?" This brand new edition is thoroughly updated to reflect the realities of today's job market. Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=6280 This popular interview preparation guide reveals the inside story to conducting effective job interviews. Read more...
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]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=5997 The interview strategies that help graduates of the nation's top business schools get the best jobs with the highest salaries Interviewing for a job is more than answering questions. The most successful candidates are those who've done their homework, who come prepared with polished answers for every question, and who know how to steer the conversation where they want it to go. Now professional career coach Shelly Leanne--a Harvard graduate--teaches job seekers proven interview techniques taught at the nation's top business schools. How to Interview Like a Top MBA arms job seekers with: * Insights and advice from top corporate executives, headhunters, and MBA program administrators * Worksheets, charts, diagrams, and other valuable tools for creating a customized interview strategy and plan of action * Valuable lessons on how to read interviewer signals, take control of an interview, turn weaknesses into strengths, ask the right questions, and much more Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=4358 Product Description You've already lost your job. You may still be drawing a paycheck, but the job you were hired to do no longer exists. Your company has changed, the technology has changed, the economy has changed, and the ways you can add value have changed. Have you adapted to these changes? Or are you at risk? Architect your career Economic downturn. Job cuts. Outsourcing. The ever-changing tech landscape. The threats abound. Chad Fowler is here to offer 52 ways to keep your job, despite the vagaries of the market. * It's all about making the right choices. Choosing which technologies to focus on and which business domains to master have at least as much impact on your success as your technical knowledge--don't let those choices be accidental. Chad shows you all aspects of the decision-making process so you can ensure that you're investing your time and energy in the right areas. * It's all about skills. You'll develop a structured plan for keeping your skills up-to-date so that you can compete with both the growing stable of developers in so-called low-cost countries as well as your higher-priced local peers. You'll learn how to shift your skillset up the value chain, from an offshore-ready commodity to one in high demand. * It's all about marketing. As with any product or service, if nobody knows what you're selling, nobody will buy. Chad shows you how to create a plan for marketing yourself both inside your company and to the industry in general Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=1553 How Would You Move Mount Fuji? Microsoft's Cult of the Puzzle - How the World's Smartest Company Selects the Most Creative Thinkers. Microsoft's interview process is a notoriously grueling sequence of brain-busting questions that separate the most creative thinkers from the merely brilliant. So effective is their technique that other leading corporations-from the high-tech industry to consulting and financial services-are modeling their own hiring practices on Bill Gates' unique approach. How Would You Move Mount Fuji? reveals for the first time more than 35 of Microsoft's puzzles and riddles, such as: n Why does a mirror reverse right and left but not up and down? n If you could eliminate one U.S. state, which would it be? n How would you make an M and M? n How many piano tuners are there in the world? And, for the first time, this book supplies answers and approaches using creative analytical thinking that works. Anyone in business, and everyone who wants to be, will find here a valuable new approach to hiring, identifying talent in an organization, and getting the job of a lifetime. From Publishers Weekly Anyone who's interviewed for a job at Microsoft is intimately familiar with questions like the one in this book's title. They've probably also pondered such problems as why are manhole covers round? how do they make M and Ms? what does all the ice in a hockey rink weigh? how many piano tuners are there in the world? Questions like these, which test problem-solving abiliti Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=272 This comprehensive book is an all-inclusive job search handbook addressing all areas of the job search in an easy-to-read style. This resource is designed to lead users step-by-step through the job search maze. It includes exercises to help users assess their skills and focus on career objectives to land the right job for them. It also includes writing an effective cover letter, networking and interviewing skills, producing an electronic resume, and using the Internet in the job search. This unique handbook provides all the information users need to find a job. About the Author Stan Krantman has a unique approach to resume writing. While working on his Masters in Advertising at Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism, Mr. Krantman came up with the idea of incorporating rudimentary principles of marketing to the art of resume writing. He believes that by incorporating elements such as "consumer benefits," the resume should be viewed as a marketing document, advertising the prospective employee, rather than as a bland summary of work experience. Unlike other resume books that encourage the job seeker to simply copy "tested" resumes, he feels every person should learn the skills needed to market themselves. This approach produces resumes that stand out. Mr. Krantman himself tested this time and again when he ran Capital Writers, a successful resume company based in St. Louis, where he perfected the process. Besides working and lecturing in the field of job sea Read more...
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]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=235 Product Description Asking the right questions can help job seekers ace the interview and land that job The most critical question job interviewers ask is often the last one. That's when they lean forward and say, "Do you have any questions?" As author John Kador points out, that's the applicants' moment to shine, to demonstrate that they have done their homework and that they're good fit with the organization. Most of all, it provides an applicant with an opportunity to ask for the job. A powerful resource for vast and growing numbers of job seekers, this book fills readers in on the pivotal questions they need to ask to ace the interview. With chapters organized around major themes, such as "the company," "the job," and "the community," 201 Best Questions to Ask on Your Interview not only supplies readers with the right questions for virtually every context but also coaches them on the right ways to ask them. From the Back Cover Ask the right questions and land the job of your dreams! To really shine in your job interview and to get that dream job, the questions you ask must be at least as memorable as the answers you give. Today it's the questions you ask that set you apart from the dozens­­even hundreds­­of qualified candidates competing for your job. Make your questions demonstrate that you are a superstar, a world-class candidate who will add significant value to the job from Day One. 201 Best Questions to Ask on Your Interview arms you with the questions Read more...
]]> Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:07:09 GMT http://www.freebookspot.in/Comments.aspx?Element_ID=234 Using an employer-centered approach, this book shows how to nail the job interview by being prepared to respond well to critical interview questions. Outlining 101 questions and corresponding answers, it shows how to anticipate questions, develop thoughtful and compelling answers, focus on accomplishments, ask intelligent questions, and handle the interview situation with ease and confidence. Read more...
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