How to Overcome the Top Ten Negotiating Tactics

John Patrick Dolan asked: Everyone uses negotiation tactics to get what they want, whether they’re haggling over the price of an item in a garage sale or discussing potential salary with a future employer. Most of the time, when you enter a negotiating situation you can expect the other party to use certain maneuvers to [...]

The Salary Game In Cover Letters And How To Play It Right

Mario Churchill asked: The whole process of applying for a job may be likened to an Olympic race. All may be highly qualified, possibly training to bag the actual trophy (in this case, the job) but only one gets the gold. It’s like a battery of games which may or may not bring you the [...]

Organizing for Top Results: the Foundation of a Fast, Successful Job Search

Michelle Dumas asked: According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the average length of unemployment is about 18 weeks. But this statistic accounts for all industries, sectors, and professional levels. While you may be one of the lucky few, other statistics indicate that the average job search for a professional or mid-manager can take six [...]

Jobs: Seven Basic Salary Negotiation Tips

Nicholas Tan asked: Money is the most sensitive issue in the whole hiring process. Discussing the compensation often causes anxiety on both employee and employer. Here are seven ways to make the process of salary negotiating efficient. 1) Research: Before the interview process begins, contact the professional organization that represents your field of career. As [...]

The Sample Cover Letter And Salary Requirement Request

Mario Churchill asked: Free templated sample cover letters can have a bankrupting effect on your job search. Using a sample that you find on the Internet or in a book is never a wise investment if you are serious about your intentions. The serious job-seeker knows the importance of an outstanding cover letter. If you [...]