CSU Job Fair Feb 8 - Get Prepared!
Last Updated on Friday, 03 February 2012 22:46 Written by Marie Friday, 03 February 2012 22:41
On February 8, Colorado State University will host a job fair for students and alumni from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm in the Lory Student Center main ballroom. The Fort Collins Ram Network, part of the CSU Alumni Association, held a preparation session for alumni Monday night. If you couldn’t join us, here are a few common mistakes to avoid as you prepare for and experience the job fair:
Lacking focus –companies are going to expect that you know how you plug in to the organization. “I’ll do anything” is not a great sales pitch to a hiring manager. As an alumni, this is one area where you can stand out from traditional-aged students. You know what you want, you know what skills you bring, and you can communicate your focus and dedication.
Resume Pitfalls
Last Updated on Tuesday, 13 September 2011 17:54 Written by Marie Tuesday, 14 September 2010 16:02
Improve your job search results by avoiding these common resume pitfalls:
Trying to be all things—Choosing a focus can seem limiting! Review effective marketing campaigns (remember, your resume is a marketing tool), and you will consistently find cohesive, compelling messaging. Even at a career fair, your resume must present a focused picture of your value-add to the organization. Bring multiple versions if necessary.
Generic summary—A summary or professional profile is standard on today’s resumes, acting as a commercial for employers. Most summaries use canned language and focus around skills, not accomplishments. Get in your unique stories professionally by including highlights of value delivered to organizations with a focus on how your skills produce results (results or value added is important in any type of position!).
KCOL Interview - Al Malmberg Shares Job Search Tips
Written by Marie Friday, 02 December 2011 22:39
On November 16th, Al Malmberg interviewed Marie Zimenoff, founder of the Career Symposium and President of A Strategic Advantage. Al shares his experiences with job search and both Marie and Al share job search and self-promotion tips. Listen to part 1 and part 2 of the 20-minute interview.
Marie Zimenoff Selected for Leadership Northern Colorado
Last Updated on Tuesday, 29 November 2011 19:04 Written by Marie Tuesday, 29 November 2011 18:55
Twenty-eight current and emerging leaders were recently selected to participate in the 2012 Leadership Northern Colorado program. President of A Strategic Advantage, Marie Zimenoff, is included in the group, which is a diverse mix of professions with representative from education, large and small business, not for profit and government.
Leadership Northern Colorado is a joint initiative of the Fort Collins, Greeley and Loveland Chambers of Commerce, the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado and the Community Foundation Serving Greeley and Weld County. It is a six-month interactive development program will focus on regional issues, regionalism and regional leadership skills. Learn more . .
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Thank you for giving your presentation last week! I really appreciate your recommendations for follow up. When you spend all that time researching a company and writing a cover letter, you might as well spend time following up! I decided to call the employers I sent resumes to and got an interview from one of them! The other employer thanked me for following up. I love that you recommended contacting up to three times. In the past, I would just follow up once. Recently I haven't been following up at all so your presentation was a wake up call for me. Thank you so much! – A.A., Marketing Professional |
