Monday, April 20, 2009

Free O*NET Training

O*NET Webinars are live, one-hour training sessions that you can attend from any computer with an Internet connection! These Webinars offer you a fast, easy, and efficient way to learn more about O*NET, WIA, Human Resources, Education, and other workforce-related topics.

April 24 Training
Using O*NET to Connect the Unemployed to High Growth and In-Demand Occupations

http://www.onetacademy.com/

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Interview Closing Statements

Clinching the Interview By Using A Closing Statement

Clients have recently experienced interview success by using the following strategy. When the interview is coming to a close, ask the interviewer the following “May I have permission to make a closing statement?” Rarely will you be denied. Next thank them for their time and consideration. Then, share three of your most relevant strengths for the position. Another strategy is when asked if you have any questions or as the interview is nearing the end, pose this question to the recruiter, “Based on our initial interview, do you perceive anything that would prevent me from performing well in your organization?” or “Now that you know a little more about my background, education and experience, is there anything that would prevent you from extending an offer or hiring me?” The beauty of this strategy is that it allows you to address any concerns the interviewer may have before you walk out the door.

Monday, February 23, 2009

Career Span, Inc. Launches Blog

Here is the sister blog to our GCDF blog:

www.mastercareercounselor.blogspot.com

Training Dates

Please note that the June 4-5, 2010 GCDF Summit has been postponed. When it has been rescheduled, we will let you know.

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Hot Jobs Survey

We thought that you would be interested to see that Career Counselor made a Top 10 Hot Jobs list for 2009. This survey was conducted by PayScale.com

http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/career-articles-10_hot_professions_for_2009-633

Monday, January 5, 2009

John Holland's Death

We were sad to learn that one of our favorite career theorist, John Holland, passed away on November 27, 2008. A detailed biography on his many contributions to our field can be found in the 2008 APA Scientific Contribution Awards Program

http://data.memberclicks.com/site/macda/JLH2008Award.pdf