Useful Links
Canada's #1 Online Resume Builder
http://www.resume-now.com/
This website helps users build their resume from scratch. It is a paid service, but allows for one free trial to begin with. The site goes through a step by step process of creating your resume, by asking you a number of different questions. Based on your answers it selects a number of different templates for you to use. For example, if you have a lot of gaps in your employment history, it will provide you with templates that don't show that, or make it as obvious.
This site is targeted toward anyone updating their resume, or creating one from scratch. It is very easy to use, and provides users with professional looking resumes in a very short time. This website was also rated #1 by Job.com and has a number of outstanding reviews from existing customers.
I recommend this site to anyone who struggles with building resumes. It takes all the frustration out of it, and actually makes it an enjoyable process. Furthermore, with the free trial you can get a better view on the different templates available or even create your first resume for free and build on it from there.
List of Interview Questions
http://www.listofinterviewquestions.com/
This website has over 40 interview questions that provide the user with desirable answers, and a number of different tips to answer each question. The site also offers a quick start guide, where you can choose between a tough questions list, a trap questions list, and a general questions list. All of which are real questions that are asked during real interviews.
This site is targeted toward individuals who are preparing for an interview, or who just did an interview and want to know where they went wrong. This site is very easy to you use, and has a wide variety of different questions. The site also has a tab called Interview Advice which directs the users to an article that gives advice on how to deal with stress before an interview.
I have used this site in the past, and found it to be really helpful. Having tips on how to answer the questions is very beneficial as you can understand the thought behind the question. It is important to know what the interviewer is looking for, and this site tells you exactly that.
Modern Manners and Etiquette
http://www.modern-manners-and-etiquette.com/
This website can be used as a reference tool for those working in the workplace. It has all types of information of business etiquette, and manners for various types of events. Some topics include, phone etiquette, workplace manners, travel manners, online manners, social manners, international etiquette, and many more.
This site is targeted toward a large demographic and I feel it would be useful for all graduates looking to enter the workforce. This site is also very easy to use, with several navigation tabs to bring you from one page to the another. It has a very wide variety of information, so it could be a useful tool to refer back to when you are faced with a new opportunity and are not sure what to expect. This site will tell you not only what you can expect, but also what is expected of you at workplace events.
With having knowledge from this website, individuals will learn the talent of interacting well with others, and developing the ability to make long lasting impressions. This site is a great tool to get started with, and to keep in your favourites throughout your working career.
Monster- Common Interview Questions
http://career-advice.monster.ca/job-interview/interview-questions/common-interview-questions-canada/article.aspx
This link is to an article written by Ian Christie who writes about common interview questions that you can expect to hear in an interview. There are five questions, all of which I personally have heard in all the interviews I have participated in. For each question Ian describes the intent of the question, the context of the question, and an appropriate response.
This article is targeted toward anyone preparing for an interview. It is useful for individuals who are looking to understand the meaning behind tricky questions. This article is also very easy to understand and is a quick read to get you started.
With having knowledge of these five common questions, the readers will be already at an advantage because these questions will most likely be asked. The article also has links to other useful articles that will help prepare you for an interview. This article will not give the reader all the answers they are looking for, and additional research is required when preparing for an interview.
Workopolis
http://www.workopolis.com/
Workopolis is one of the fastest growing job search sites in Canada. This website allows users to search for employment by province, job title, and/or by an advanced search option. It has helpful tips on how to create a resume and cover letter, as well as the latest headlines on business news to keep you up to date.
This site is targeted toward individuals who are actively seeking work. The website is very useful and allows users to create an account so they can be notified of new opportunities and post their resume for all employers to see.
This site builds relationships between job seekers and employers. They are continually updating their site and trying to find more ways to make the job hunting process a little easier. I use this site all the time and I find it to be one of the best job searching sites out there. I recommend that users create an account to get the most out of what the site has to offer.
References
Campbell, S. (n.d). Secrets of a Great Resume. Retrieved August 4, 2011 from 1st-Writer.com website: http://www.1st-writer.com/great-resume-secrets.htm
Durham, J. (2010, July). Workplace Do's and Don'ts. Retrieved July 28, 2011 from Work Etiquette website: http://www.worketiquette.co.uk/workplace-dos-and-donts.html
Immen, W. (2010, November 29). Job interviews: Prepare for the right comeback. The Globe and Mail. Retrieved July 28, 2011, from http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/managing/on-the-job/job-interviews-prepare-for-the-right-comeback/article1701664/
Lafreniere, D. (2011, January 31). Why Students Need a Backup Plan for Job Search. The Globe and Mail. Retrieved August 6, 2011, from http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/managing/business-education/why-students-need-a-backup-plan-for-job-search/article1888822/print/
Mork, R. (2011). Five Secrets to Great Cover Letters. Retrieved August 4, 2011 from Life 123 website: http://www.life123.com/career-money/find-a-job/cover-letter/great-cover-letters.shtml
Sullivan, M. (n.d.). Do's and Don'ts for Surviving the Workplace. Retrieved August 5, 2011 from The Punch website: http://www.thepunch.com.au/articles/dos-and-donts-for-the-workplace/asc/
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