When building your resume, think about your results. What have you done for your current or previous employer? Have you increased sales, reduced expenses or helped the company in other areas? If so, make sure you state it on your resume. Also, specify information. If you have increased sales or reduced spending, put the numbers in writing. These small details will help you get noticed

Your CV is who you are. It should be treated as a classified document. I have heard many stories where a CV was submitted to friend who submitted to a colleague etc., etc., and before you knew it, the CV landed on top of the candidate's current bosses desk. Do not float your CV. Know with whom you share your information. Know what companies you apply to. Keep track of this information. This is you and your future. Be mindful of your actions.

Know where your CV is. When seeking employment, many individuals will post their resume and/or CV all over the internet, oftentimes without knowing whose lap it will fall. Those with traditional CV's should NOT do this especially if your CV has your full name and social security listed. It is very important to treat your resume and CV with the same respect, as you would treat any legal document.

In today's world of technology and recruiting many firms use database systems to track candidates and their submissions and process throughout the recruitment stage. That being said, it is important that you include all your contact information which includes your home address, telephone number, email address and dates of employment.

It still remains a priority in today's casual dress environment to dress to impress during the interview process. Conservative black or dark navy blue suit, pressed shirt/blouse and modest accessories. Your first impression is the last impression.

LinkedIn has provided the ability to reach out and network with potential candidates and/or to request networking assistance. This tool has become a valuable resource to keep you and your colleagues informed of what opportunities exist within the industry. It often times will reduce the number of phone calls you receive from recruiters on a daily basis.

The best rule of thumb for what to wear is always wear what you would wear if your biggest customer were coming to visit! One of the side benefits of being professionally dressed is that it makes you feel more confident and at ease in a stressful situation. You want to present a clean-cut, conservative image to a potential employer. Your manners and demeanor will complement your appearance

Your visual impression or body language, as well as your attitude, are just as important as what you actually say when it comes to the overall effect you have on others. Enthusiasm, interest level, sincerity, openness and warmth create the "chemistry" that often makes or breaks the hiring decision.

Whatever the environment, interviewing revolves around the use of questions. The first thing you should do when asked a question is be sure you understand what is being asked. It is important to be specific and concise in your responses. Treat your interviewer as an equal. In order to prepare yourself, we provide career coaching services. To learn more, click here: https://www.bandishgroup.com/career-coaching.

First, you must know yourself. You must recognize your career goals and know what experience you would like to gain in your next assignment. You should know your key strengths and weaknesses.

Interviewing should be seen as a job in and of itself. It represents an opportunity for you to sell yourself and an opportunity for the employer to evaluate your qualifications, attitude, enthusiasm, analytical skills, communication and presentation skills and confidence.

Social Media is a great tool for identifying top talent. It is important when you promote your professional attributes on social media sites you use keywords that best reflect your background, education and career interests. If you are seeking to be contacted for a new position, it is also beneficial to add your contact information..

When you are working with a recruiter that is representing you to a client you must trust the relationship and be open and honest. If in doubt, tell the truth. When discussing the details of your current compensation: Base, Bonus, Stock, RSU's, LTI's, vacation time off, and any other perks you currently receive be honest and know what you are willing to trade off and know what you must have before you begin the process of interviewing.

If there is something difficult that you must do, just bite the bullet and do it. Don’t put it off. Do it first thing in the day. It’s like jumping into a cold pool. Just count to three and do it!

Adaptation is the number one survival skill of living organisms. Those that don’t adapt, become extinct. In the work world, the same is true for companies, whole groups, and for individuals. Be open to change. Give it a chance. Adapt to new things while using your experience to

To be more productive at work, consider keeping a power question like this at your desk to help you stay focused: “Am I making the most of my time right now?” or “Is this the most productive use of my time?”

If you let your thumbs do the talking, you’ll find yourself at the bottom of the inbox and lose out on an opportunity.

Listen to opportunities even when you are happy in your position. A new opportunity may take you to an even better place, personally and professionally.

Look at your email address and ask yourself if that email represents a good business image of yourself. Emails like: golfnut@x.com, hatemyboss@x.com, fisheveryday@x.com are probably not images a hiring manager would like to see in a future employee they expect to be hard-working and dedicated

Never underestimate the power of preparing for an interview, and be armed with examples to showcase your skills. With more companies using phone screens and video conferencing for interviews, we also suggest practicing in front of your webcam or over the phone with a friend.