Career and Job Search FAQ's

1. How many pages should my resume be?
2. Can I get a job without a resume?
3. What is the Hidden Job Market?
4. What is Networking?
5. I have heard a lot about conducting an electronic job search. What is an electronic job search?
6. Many ads I respond to ask for a salary history. How can I respond to them without giving out that information before a job offer is made?
   

Q. How many pages should my resume be?

A. Resumes should be one page, if possible, and two if you find it absolutely necessary to describe work experience.

Q. Can I get a job without a resume?

A. Most employers expect you to have one, but remember resumes don't get jobs! Talking to decision-makers and selling yourself to companies you are interested in working for does.

Q. What is the Hidden Job Market?

A. The hidden job market are jobs that are unlisted, unadvertised and unpublished. The Hidden Market is reached by networking through people who know of openings and employer needs.

Q. What is Networking?

A. Networking is the technique of using friends, business acquaintances and referrals to uncover job leads.

Q. I have heard a lot about conducting an electronic job search. What is an electronic job search?

A. An electronic job search is conducted using the Internet, using various web sites to research companies, search for job openings and applying online.

Q. Many ads I respond to ask for a salary history. How can I respond to them without giving out that information before a job offer is made?

A. This is a very difficult question because there are different circumstances and ways to handle each one, but a strong suggestion would be to tell them you are open to negotiations after your qualifications and the job specifications are discussed and a positive match has been made.”