The Work Buzz's Latest News: “Companies hiring this week” plus 1 more

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Companies hiring this week Posted: 05 Apr 2011 01:56 PM PDT Last week we told you that the hiring outlook hasn’t been this sunny since 2008. And we’re not just spouting out random numbers, people. We’re serious. And we tell you this because our hope is to help you find the job you’ve been looking for. We’re like Bryan Adams…everything we do, we do for you. (Do people even get that reference anymore? Do all Bryan Adams jokes need to retire? Feel free to let me know in the comments.) This is why we’re back with another round of companies hiring this week. They’re looking for workers who will boost their business and they’re looking right now. So if you see anything that tickles your job seeking fancy, click on! The New Teacher Project Industry: Education Sample job titles: Training and instruction manager-LPTP Transforce Industry: Transportation Sample job titles: Class “A” CDL driver w/Hazmat Conklin Industry: Construction Sample job titles: Roofing Contractor Bloomingdales Industry:Sales Sample job titles: Sales professional Capital One Industry:Banking Sample job titles: Relationship banker Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated Industry: Marketing Sample job titles: Coordinator-student marketing Bed Bath and Beyond Inc. Industry: Customer service Sample job titles: Store management PNC Industry: Finance Sample job titles: Financial manager Starbucks Industry: Food service Sample job titles: Store manager Think Energy Group Industry: Technology Sample job titles: Senior mechanical engineer

April #cbjobchat recap: Cover letters, follow-ups and relocation. Oh, my! Posted: 05 Apr 2011 09:52 AM PDT If you'll recall, we recently took our first foray into the exciting world of Twitter chats. It was quite the thrill ride for anyone with questions about résumés. Like a Jerry Bruckheimer film for job seekers. We decided to repeat (as we will every first Monday night of the month) and focus on the application process. From the cover letter to the follow-up, we invited job seekers, recruiters and hiring managers to give their $0.02. We received more great advice than we can possibly post here. (Thanks! Seriously, we're so appreciative of all the participants.) For those of you who missed out, we've put together a brief recap of the questions we asked and a sample of the helpful input we received. Q1: Cover letters…Do you always need one? And do you always include one? Always include one. Even when attaching “resume.” Just puts emphasis on how awesome I am. – @AshShute Yes, cover letters are necessary. Since most candidates don’t include one, you are differentiating yourself right away. – @TheJobQuest I hope that they show the hiring manager that I’ve taken the time to explain why I think I would be a good fit @JohnKirsopp Cover letter? I’d say it's a definite plus. That objective line in your resume is not going to do all the heavy lifting for you. @BlairAtVolt Q2: Job seekers often ask “What info should I include in a cover letter? How long should it be?” Is there a right answer? Include: Your 1st experience w/ the company, why they impress you, & how you’d be a good fit. @tjohnsoniii I say the [cover letter] should be no longer than 1 page. It’s like writing a good essay. Effective doesn’t and shouldn’t equal lengthy! @srlaugtug If you’re going to use a cover letter take the time to personalize it for each job you submit it for – use it to tell YOUR story! @thegirlinhr Yup. It’s a commercial, not a documentary. RT @JohnKirsopp: No longer than 1 page, you don't want to bore the reader @SuzanneWillett Q3: Job seekers say, “I've applied (and applied and applied) and I never hear back. What gives?” Waiting is hard. So is being patient. If you reach out 3 times and no response, then it’s time to move on @CornOnTheJob Apply to jobs where you meet 80% of the qualifications. That should improve response rate. @WaySolutions Traditional black holes still exist, follow up w phone call after a few days or w/1 week since recruiters get inundated w/resumes @Azn_CyberSleuth 500+ other people applying too – it’s time consuming for the [hiring manager] to respond to everyone. Either that or your resume isn’t good @GreatResume Q4: When job seekers don’t hear back — esp. after an interview — should they follow-up? How and when do you do it? I ask, do you want to work for comp that takes forever to get back to you? Do they value U as employee if they don’t answer? – @AshShute I send handwritten [thank-you] note. F/u email if I haven’t heard a week later. Nothing from those two? I move on. @SuzanneWillett Follow up HOW they contacted you the very first time. If they emailed you, then email. If they called, then call. @CornOnTheJob AGREED! Handwritten notes make a huge impression unless they doubt your technology skills, then email. @WaySolutions Q5: How should you approach an out-of-state job search? Should you prove your willingness/plan to relocate? If you have a connection to the area, make sure it stands out. If went to college nearby, move “Education” to Pg 1 of resume @CatRey “I'm interested in relocating to this area” says I want you to move me “I'm relocating to this area” says you are here & available @tombolt Use a friend’s local address as recruiters search via zip code. Explain l8r RT @AshShute: Don’t include address. Just cell phone. @WaySolutions Don’t go way overboard proving willingness to relocate. Can come off as desperate. @TheJobQuest All that wisdom in one hour and 140-character messages. Impressive. Thanks again to all who participated and to those who were just watching and soaking in the information. We’ll be holding these chats on the first Monday  night of every month at 7 p.m. Central. We'll post reminders and details for upcoming chats on our Facebook and Twitter accounts, so make sure you're following us! Also, drop us a line on Twitter using the #cbjobchat hashtag (or in the comments below) to let us know what topics you want us to address in upcoming chats.

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