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Abby's live interview on Good Morning Connecticut Weekend (WTNH Channel 8) on Saturday, April 14th, 2010

Blogging About Blogging Print
Written by Abby Kohut   

A few weeks ago a job seeker asked me for my opinion about blogging while looking for a job. My opinion about blogging is similar to my opinion regarding social media. These tools in the right way, can be extremely effective for a job search. Using them incorrectly can be a disaster.

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A Flock of Fears Print
Written by Abby Kohut   

Fear is defined in the dictionary as a distressing emotion aroused by impending danger, evil, pain, etc., regardless of whether the threat is real or imagined. Clearly, there are many fears associated with the job search process. The key is to overcome them one by one.

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Interviewing Boo-Boos Print
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In my career, I have had the pleasure of interviewing many people at different levels for all kinds of positions. Even those who climb to the highest rungs on the corporate ladder still need to be sure they are aware of the interviewing pitfalls and then avoid them at all costs.

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Asking Tough Questions Print
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On my last Career Wake Up Call, a job seeker asked this question, "How can I ask difficult questions during an interview about a company's business model and performance, especially when the employer is receiving mediocre reviews from industry analysts?" This answer to this question is not necessarily straightforward.

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E is for Etiquette Print
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A friend of mine gave me the idea for today's blog when she received an e-mail from a job seeker. The e-mail reminded us both that communication is everything when it comes to networking. Poor etiquette results in bad feelings whereas good etiquette results in positive reinforcement and therefore a continuation of the same behaviors occurring in the future.

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Drawn from my 15 years of experience and research in recruiting and Human Resources, my blog posts are intended to provide insight into what corporate recruiters and Human Resource professionals look for when they are evaluating your qualifications. Simply reading these blogs will not guarantee you success. However, consistently applying the strategies mentioned, as well as developing your own personal interview style, will greatly enhance your chances of victory amidst the competition. I wish you the best of luck with your search as you begin to take charge of your career!