Career questions tagged job-application
How do you avoid Speaking negatively about yourself in interviews? Directly and indirectls
When it comes to interviews, I have trouble coming up with something good and positive to say about myself. With little experience in interviews, I find that in my practice answers, I subconsciously say something negative about myself, indirectly or directly. Now, I'm being more vigilant in what I say, but do you have any other tips for avoiding negative speech? If so, what are they? How do you boost your self-confidence to a balanced level?
How do you get a job at 14, with no prior experience?
I am a 14 year old 8th grader in Montana, so its legal for me to apply for a job. I've done some volunteer work around my town, but I really don't know where I'd even start with getting a job.(Where I should apply, how to get hired etc.) I'm fine with working anywhere, and to be honest I am just trying to do this for the money.
How do you manage relationships with contacts you gain after networking?
Talking and managing relationships is overwhelming for me, sometimes I take days to respond to a text or voicemail. I just don't want to be seen as rude
How should I write my resume/cover letter?
What is the best way to set up and format your resume/cover letter? How do you write a resume/cover letter correctly? Why is a resume/cover letter needed? When is the best time to start filling out resumes and cover letters?
How can I get a job at 14 when the laws are so strict?
Where I live I can only work 3 after-school hours so roughly from 3pm to 6pm and 8 hours on weekends. Also only 6 consecutive days. I've been applying and I have a work permit but I'm finding it hard to find a job that can meet these requirements or just simply hire at 14. Help.
How do I reenter workforce after 9 year absence due to staying at home with children How do I update resume? What jobs should I look for? ?
Ive been home with my kids for 9 years. previously I had 5 years of experience managing a law firm(admin) and then worked in Events/Weddings. Where do I start? How do I fill in technology skills ive missed out on or job skills I might need?
How can I get job interviews consistently?
I’ve been trying to find my first job for a very long time. I already customize every resume to each job application that I submit. Even though I am looking for my first job, I do have substantial volunteer experience (5 years). I know that job searching is a numbers game, but it doesn’t make sense to me to submit 500 applications for only one to advance me to the interview stage – I’d rather focus my time and energy on crafting my application to get to the interview every time or most of the time. Is there anything I can do to increase my odds of getting a job interview and/or get feedback on why I’m not being considered?
How can I build a good work relationship with my bosses to get better referrals for a resume?
I want to keep building good relationships with people in the work force so I am able to build up and get raises and promotions or a better opportunity at a new job.
How many pages for a resume / CV?
Hello, What is the recommended number of pages for a resume / CV? The general consensus seems to be saying two sides, however, #resume #job-application #job-search #job #career I have heard from many recruiters and people in general that only one side is preferred. What are your thoughts?
How do you prepare for a technical interview?
I am a computer science student, and I will be going to an engineering and technical fair in a few weeks from now, and the companies there often schedule technical interviews in the following days. How should I prepare for it? Is this a dress code that I should follow? #college #computer-software #career #interviews #internship #recruiting #job-application
How to make a resume with no previous experience?
I have done babysitting but that is about it. Not sure what to write
how can i improve my writing skills?
Im a decent qriter myself and i just wanted to know if i need to know or expand my writing skills. I write things like stories and books but my work doesnt seem professional enough. I just need more input on how to ake y stories sound good.
How do I get job expericene?
I have no job experience and really want to get a job but everywhere I apply declines my application because I have no experience
How do I leverage my network to land my first/next job?
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How do you answer the question "tell me about yourself" in an interview?
What aspect of my life should I focus on? And how do I make sure that it is applicable to the company I am interviewing for?
How should I dress for an interview?
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Strengths and Weakness interview Question Help!!!!!!!!
I do not know how to Answer my strengths and weakness? I guess I really don't know it. Since it's the reason why I don't get a callback. How can I find my strengths and weakness? where do I start? #interviews #career #career-counseling #job #job-application
How can I Get prepare to get into top companies as a software engineer?
I want to get into FAANG companies as a software engineer but do not know proper websites that would help me prepare for their applications and interviews.
JOB QUESTION ?
What can I do to get a better promotion at my job? If my dream job needs a lot of studying and stress should I follow that dream? When is the best age to start your job?
What is the best way to approach a career in technology?
Do employers look to see if you have had an internship in technology? What qualities about a future employee do companies most look for?
Would the following portfolio (below) that I have put together after graduating from my time at Bellevue College enable me to get a entry level, remote (work from home), parttime job/internship as a 3D modeler in Washington State I'm still working on my modeling skills and learning online but I would like to know if my skills are even strong enough to obtain an entry level position as a 3D modeler. Would a 3D modeler at CareerVillage be able to evaluate my skill level and connect me to an appropriate employer/ internship? Here is the website of my portfolio: https://davidgolan78.wixsite.com/website Please let me know as soon as possible. Thanks, David?
Would the following portfolio (below) that I have put together after graduating from my time at Bellevue College enable me to get a entry level, remote (work from home), parttime job/internship as a 3D modeler in Washington State? I'm still working on my modeling skills and learning online but I would like to know if my skills are even strong enough to obtain an entry level position as a 3D modeler. Would a 3D modeler at CareerVillage be able to evaluate my skill level and connect me to an appropriate employer/ internship? Here is the website of my portfolio: https://davidgolan78.wixsite.com/website Please let me know as soon as possible. Thanks, David
Who should I send my resume or my cover letter to?
I want to know who would be the best or good person I should send my resume or cover letter to when looking for a good job somewhere around my location.
How can i improve my resume to get a normal every day job (such as a barista, cashier, team member, etc.) with a short-term job experience (3 months)?
I'm a sophomore in college this year and I have a lot of wiggle room to get a job, however many employers haven't responded to many of my applications, and it's probably due to my resume, how can I improve it? Note: this question was asked anonymously by a student
What is the best kind of job experience you can get as a 9th grader?
I want to get some experience or something good for my resume
How do I make my resume stand out from the pile of resumes the hiring manager is looking at?
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How do you get your first job and a high paying job?
How do you build up to get a high paying job and how do you get your very first job?