Congratulations!  You’ve reached the end of one phase of your career and are about to launch the next.  As any experienced Physicist will tell you, your first job is the hardest one to get.  There are a number of things you can/should/must do to ensure a smooth and successful transition.  The Medical...

Join us for a free workshop and learn from the professionals in Executive Search at Deacon Recruiting how to create a resume that will get you noticed! When: Wednesday, February, 25, 2009 at 10:00 am Where: Deacon Recruiting, 719 Carnoustie, San Antonio, Texas 78258 LIMITED SEATING. Please RSVP to resumes@deaconrecruiting.com *This...

In the current job market, you’d better have your act together, or you won’t stand a chance against the competition. Check yourself on these 10 basic points before you go on that all-important interview. 1. Look Sharp 2. Be on Time 3. Do Your Research 4. Be Prepared 5. Show Enthusiasm 6....

How often do employees receive performance reviews? What criteria do you use to rate your employees? Does the company have a policy to promote from within? I have been researching your company and I’m fascinated by ___. Can you tell me more about it? How would you describe the company culture?...

Posture: Sit up straight Facial Expressions: Smile Eye Contact: Direct eye contact indicates trustworthiness and confidence Gestures: Use natural gestures and control them Handshake: Firm but not too hard

An instance when you made or saved money for your company. A crisis or failure you faced and how you dealt with it. How you have contributed to a team. A time in your career when you had deal with many tasks with short timelines. A time when you provided successful leadership.

Don’t ask about salary, stock options, vacation, holiday schedules or benefits. Don’t ask questions that have already been answered just for the sake of asking a question. Don’t grill the interviewer.

Solid, subtle, conservative colored suit with no extreme slits Polished, closed toe shoes Nails should be clean with a subtle color and not chipped Make up should be minimal Clutch or small shoulder bag Simple and basic jewelry Light perfume, if any

A resume is merely one tool in a complete job search. Sending hundreds of resumes out and expecting calls for interviews to come pouring in will get you no where. Even if your resume does get you an interview, it doesn’t necessarily get you the job.

Navy, charcoal gray or black suit Shined dress shoes with over the calf, dark socks Clean nails Simple and neat tie, if appropriate for the company Avoid flashy cuff links, rings or neck chains No earrings Light cologne, if any