Tip of the Day

10 Tips to think about when Writing your resume

The following website helps you with tips from Correct Headings to

tweaking your cover letter and resume.

Get a head start on your resume today.

http://www.free-resume-tips.com/10tips.html

Work Abroad Wednesday

Want to work abraod?

here are a few pointers.

• Just do it
• Get posted abroad
• volunteer programs
• Go back to school
• Freelance

http://www.overseasdigest.com/five-tips-to-get-that-Job-abraod.htm

Tip of the Day

Career Building Tips

• Always have an up to date copy of your CV
• Keep copies of job descriptions
• Gather evidence of your Achievements
• Start collecting copies of your job ads
• Think about what motivates and demotivates you
• set yourself objectives

http://www.aboutcareereducation.com/pages/practical-building.php

Mentoring Monday

Effective mentoring

Effective mentoring is a true gift the following website can help improve the experience for both mentor and mentee.

http://www.businessweek.com

Freelance Friday

Better customer service for your freelance Business

1. Keeping in touch with your clients is key

2. Notifies your clients that their Business needs are being met

3. Contact with clients is beneficial should job related changes be needed

4. Earns the respect of your client

5. Alwyas offer top notch service

6. Inquire about Customer Comments

7. Know your clients by name

8. Make conversation with your clients

9. Offer incentives to your Regular Customers

10. Makes it more likely your client will be a repeat customer

www.allfreelance.com

Tip of the Day

Planning your career

"Do what you like and the money will flow." If you work at something you like, you will be good at it, and the best people usually rise to the top. Don't do something just for the money unless you do not have any better options.

http://www.careerplanner.com/career-Articles/careerplanningadvice.cfm

Thinking of going Global?

If you are considering working, studying or volunteering abroad but are not sure how to go about doing so then the Go Global Expo might be for you!

The Go Global Expo is a 2 day event that features guest speakers who can provide all the information you need. This is your opportunity to connect with some of the experts!

Admission is Free!

Location:

Hyatt Regency Toronto - 370 King Street West

When:

Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 11:00am-6:00pm

Sunday, September 26, 2010 from 11:00am-5:00pm

For more information: http://www.letsgoglobal.ca/

Tip of the Day

Ask, Listen and Learn

A good listener can learn alot.

Listen to your co-workers, your boss, and your superiors. you can learn alot from their experience.

Ask about issues that intrest you, and listen to what they say. Let them tell you about how things work, and what you could have done better.

Most people will love to be your free tutor.

http://www.w3schools.com/cert/career_tips.asp

Mentor Monday

10 steps to Successful Mentoring Relationship

Step 1: Self-Assessment and preparation of your CV or biography sheet

Step 2: Application and meeting with the mentor program coordinator

Step 3: Preparation (become informed)

Step 4: First contact

Step 5: First meeting

Step 6: Follow-ups

Step 7: Future meetings/contacts

Step 8: Ending the match

Step 9: Final Evaluation Form

Step 10: Thank you card

http://caps.mcgill.ca/ci2/index.php/front/page/success

Freelance Friday

Need information on how to be a freeLancer?

The following site can answer any question from: Why would you want to be a freelancer? To: What kind of work do freelancers do?

http://homebusiness.about.com/od/homebusinessprofiles/a/freelancer.htm

Tip of the Day

Never stop Learning!

The world is always changing and everyone is looking for new and exciting was of doing business. Add regular updates to your skills and knowledge In order to keep up with the Changing Career world.

Top 100 Freelance Blogs

Do you want to open your own business? Work from home? Set your own hours? Work some days and not others? Freelancing might be for you. Discover what other freelancers have to say about the business and start following the Top 100 Freelance Blogs as chosen by odesk.com.

www.odesk.com/blog/2009/04/top-100-freelance-blogs

Jobs at the Quinte Mall

Looking for a part-time job in the Quinte Area - consider working at the Quinte Mall. Check out the Quinte Mall site at: www.quintemall.ca

Jobs Abroad

Check out this great site to find employment opportunities abroad. www.jobsabroad.com

Welcome Back Students!

Orientation day is well under way and the Loyalist Career Centre would like to welcome all new and returning students back on campus. Remember to check out our site for info on new jobs we post weekly.

www.loyalistcollege.com/student-services/employment-and-career-services/services/new-positions-posted-this-week

Work Abroad Wednesday - Tip of the Day

Searching for more information on working abroad - why not follow a few different bloggers to see what they have to say. Try: http://blog.goinglobal.com