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How to Get a Job

Resources That Will Help You Get a Job

By Dawn Rosenberg McKay, About.com

Being prepared for a job search campaign increases your chances of success. Learn how to deal with the various aspects of the job search, for example resume writing, job interviewing, thank you letters, and, ultimately, entertaining job offers.

Personal Marketing Strategy
Before you begin your job search campaign, you need a plan. Find out how to put together a personal marketing strategy.

Write a Resume
Learn how to write a resume that will help you make a good first impression.

Job Interviewing
Prepare for an interview and find out how to follow up after one. Get advice about dealing with illegal questions.

Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Dress for a Job Interview
Your clothes will influence whether or not you will make a good impression on a job interview. Ask yourself these questions before you decide what to wear.

Survive a Behavioral Interview
Learn what a behavioral interview is, why employers use it, what questions you might be asked, how to respond to those questions, and how to prepare for them.

How to Write a Thank You Note
It's polite to send a thank you note after a job interview. It also gives you the opportunity to bring up something you may have forgotten to say or that you want to reiterate.

How to Evaluate a Job Offer
Here's what to do after your interview, from waiting to hear from a potential employer to negotiating a job offer and deciding whether to accept or reject it.

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