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501+ GREAT
INTERVIEW QUESTIONS FOR EMPLOYERS AND THE BEST ANSWERS FOR
PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYEES
For anyone who
hires employees this is a must have book. It is also essential for
anyone searching for a new job. This new book contains a wide
variety of carefully worded questions that will help make the
employee search easier. These questions can help you determine a
candidate’s personality type, the type of work he or she is best
suited for, and if the person will mesh with your existing employees
and workplace. Once you learn the right questions to ask, you’ll get
the best employees. For the prospective employee-learn how to sell
yourself and get the job you want! Item # 9780910627504 $24.95
How to Write
the Perfect Federal Job Resume & Resume Cover Letter: With
Companion CD-ROM
According to FederalResumeExperts.com, the format and
method of applying for a Federal job with an official resume
has changed more than a dozen times in the last twenty years
alone. The constant alterations, multiple form options, and
sheer importance of getting the application process just
right when applying for a Federal position can be a horribly
tense situation for any freshly anointed job seeker.
Understanding how to write the ideal resume and cover letter
when approaching a federal opening can be the difference
between you and the hundreds or even thousands of additional
applicants pushing for the same position.
This book was written for every new job seeker who is
striving to land a federal job but does not yet have the
necessary tools or knowledge needed to put together the
perfect resume and cover letter. You will learn in this book
the difference between the major forms, including the 612
and 171 and how they are used for different job types
including everything from aviator and warrant officer to
teacher, police officer, and office manager. Former members
of the military are given specific details on how they can
fill out these highly important forms as well. You will
learn how you can start writing a resume that will
effectively catch the attention of a federal hiring manager,
whether it be in a military position or an office
administration role.
Dozens of top hiring experts have been interviewed and their
responses compiled here to show how anyone can effectively
fill out the necessary forms and write a resume for a
federal government job, whether it be the GS 1431 for
Building Managers or the GS 0344-12 for Computer Scientists
or even US Postal Service applications and resumes. If you
are considering or are being considered for a job in the
federal government, you owe it to yourself to read this book
today and learn more about how you can effectively write and
submit your resume and cover letter today. #9781601383204 $29.95
How to Run for Political Office and Win Everything You
Need to Know to Get Elected
The American Government, including the national, state,
and local levels, has more than 400,000 elected and
appointed public officials according to a New York Times
estimate. That number, more than the number of people who
work for most major companies, is a tell-tale sign of just
how important the political system is in this country. To
become part of it however, and realize your dream of running
and being elected to local office, you need to know exactly
what will be expected of you, what is going to come up
during the campaign, and how much time and energy the
process might take out of your life.
This book is written to guide every potential new politician
down the path of filing for, gathering support, and running
for local office, whether you are a lawman, judge,
politician, or concerned parent. You will start by reading a
complete list of everything you need to know about the
process of running for office, from the rules that govern
your conduct, to the timeline you can expect to start
living. You will learn how to organize you resources and
start hiring campaign staff. You will learn how to start
creating a database of donors and individuals who can be
called or contacted when drumming up support. You will be
walked through the process of dredging up your own past and
disclosing everything you can about yourself to offset the
potential for negative campaigning by your opponent.
Successful local politicians and campaign staff have been
interviewed for this book and have provided detailed
information about what you can expect when you start the
process of running for office, from the door to door walking
to the campaign literature and signs that must be created.
You will learn the ins and outs of campaign fundraising and
how to acquire the best possible endorsements to your
campaign. You will learn what events you should be appearing
at and how to start gaining access to television commercial
air time. Finally, you will be walked through the phone bank
and survey process on the road to the primaries and through
the primaries to what you can expect on Election Day. From
start to finish, you will learn everything you need to know
to effectively run and win your campaign for local office
with this book. #9781601384089 $24.95
The Most Important Questions to Ask on Your Next Job Interview:
Insider Secrets You Need to Know
You have brushed up on the tough interview questions. You have
covered every area of your résumé -including that three month
unemployment gap - and you have studied up on the company. But there
is one more thing you may not have thought of - some questions you
want to ask in your interview. Many prospective employees do not
realize, or forget, that the interview process is a two way street.
When the formal interview is over and the interviewer asks if you
have any questions, now is the time to distance yourself from the
competition. You should be asking questions to determine whether you
would be happy in the position or with the company, but you need to
ask the right questions. The questions you ask will help show what
you can contribute to the organization. They also can help you
figure out if you want this job. In this groundbreaking new book you
will find over two hundred of the RIGHT kinds of questions to ask.
You will be able to stand out from the others competing for the job
and gain valuable insight into what working for a company would be
like. Item #9781601381330 $19.95
How to Write and Design a Professional Résumé to Get the Job:
Insider Secrets You Need to Know - With Companion CD-ROM
In these tough economic times companies are downsizing, outsourcing,
and merging, and job seekers are facing more competition than ever.
You need a great résumé to stand out from the crowd. Your résumé is
a platform to detail your achievements and experience. A résumé is a
"marketing" document, designed to "sell" an employer on why they
should contact and ultimately hire you.
You will learn the basic components that must be in your résumé,
résumé formats, key action words, common résumé myths, what fonts to
use, how to stress accomplishments, what information you should
never put on a résumé, how to write your résumé from the employer's
perspective, how to write the résumé to fit the job, what words to
use and what words never to use, techniques to get the interview,
the secrets of a great cover letter, how to best describe your
experience, how to detail employment gaps, and how to develop a
professional résumé. You also will learn about paper selection,
electronic résumés, white space, margins, graphics, and computer
software to help layout your résumé. If you use all this
information, you will give yourself that edge over the competition
that you deserve. Item# 9781601381347 $29.95
Returning From the War on Terrorism: What Every Veteran Needs to
Know to Receive Your Maximum Benefits
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are approximately 26
million veterans in the United States. As of January 2007, more than
1.6 million U.S. servicemen and women had tours of duty in
Afghanistan and Iraq. When not on active duty, more than 20 percent
of these vets do not have health care coverage, and many more are
unaware of the hundreds of benefits to which they have access. As a
result, many are suffering financial strain during and after
deployment.
This is a discouraging statistic because the federal and state
governments, as well as private foundations, have scholarships and
military discounts available only to veterans. There are billions of
dollars in aid available, waiting to be claimed, but the problem is
finding and properly applying for these programs. This
groundbreaking new book will provide help to those heroic Americans
who have answered our government's call to duty. You will find all
contact information and Web sites included, making it easy to apply
for the benefits you are entitled to, while meeting the requirements
of the Department of Veterans Affairs and other organizations and
private institutions.
Here is a small sampling of what you will learn about: the GI Bill,
scholarships, grants, companies that offer military discounts, GI
Bill eligibility, details of VA loans, National Guard GI Bill,
benefits after service, veterans' employment, education, and
training programs, VA-guaranteed home loan, GI Bill Apprenticeship
and OJT Program, Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E),
Reserve Education Assistance Program (REAP), disability
compensation, employment and training, frequently asked questions,
asking for local discounts, GI Bill education programs, homeless
veterans programs, state veteran benefits directory, survivor
benefits, VA appeals process, VA benefits explained, VA hospitals
and facilities, veteran disability compensation, veterans' health
care, veterans' life insurance, veterans' pension programs,
vocational rehabilitation, burial and memorial benefits. If you are
in the military now, a veteran, or a military family member, you
will find this resource invaluable. Item# 9781601381507 $21.95
The Complete Guide to Writing Effective
Résumé Cover Letters: Step-by-Step Instructions With Companion
CD-ROM
Your cover letter is what decides if a company looks at your résumé,
contacts you for an interview, or gets you placed in the rejection
pile. Knowing that, it is important to create a well-written,
eye-catching letter that sells your achievements and job skills to
impress the recruiter. However, many people are unable to
effectively translate their thoughts into words when faced with the
task. That is where The Complete Guide to Writing Effective Résumé
Cover Letters comes in. With this book you will be able to craft a
letter that will undoubtedly land you the interview.
In this new book, you will learn how to address your letter, how to
grab the reader's attention immediately, how to format your letter,
how to choose the font, how to be professional but persuasive, how
to choose the type of paper, and how to target your letter. You will
also learn about writing the different kinds of letters, including
those in response to a classified advertisement, those in response
to a blind advertisement, those sent to employment agencies, cold
letters, and broadcast letters; writing style guidelines; what to
include in your letter; writing for an online audience; cover letter
styles; and common mistakes recruiters abhor.
Additionally, you will find examples of effective and ineffective
letters, proven tips for making your letter stand out, sample
phrases to use, and letters for new graduates, for professionals,
and for those changing careers. Also included are samples specific
to job industries, including administration and clerical;
accounting; banking and finance, government; health care and social
services; hospitality and food service; human resources; law
enforcement and legal; manufacturing; sales, marketing, and customer
service; skilled trades; technology; and science and engineering.
The companion CD-ROM is packed with samples and worksheets to help
you brainstorm and create a successful cover letter. By following
the step-by-step instructions outlined in The Complete Guide to
Writing Effective Résumé Cover Letters you will ensure that your
letter will impress the recruiter and that you will be contacted for
an interview. In the end you will create a tool that will be of
enormous importance to you in your job search. Item #9781601382382
$24.95
Your U.S. Citizenship Guide: What You Need to Know to
Pass Your U.S. Citizenship Test—With Companion CD-ROM
Citizenship in the United States is the legal status given to a
legal member of the country. It involves rights, duties, and
privileges and is one of the most coveted gifts that the U.S.
government can bestow on a person and the most important immigration
benefit that the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services
(USCIS) can grant. The road map outlined in this new book will help
foreign nationals apply for citizenship and will lead those seeking
citizenship to the fastest and easiest way to do so.
With the guidance of this new and up-to-date book you will learn
about the application instructions, procedures, required forms,
eligibility information, application requirements, waivers,
exceptions, special cases, the naturalization process, application
forms, immigration forms, certificates of naturalization, and dual
citizenship.
In addition, you will become knowledgeable about the principles of
the U.S. Constitution, favorable disposition toward the United
States, the benefits of being a citizen, and the responsibilities of
being a citizen. You will be provided with information on the
interview, sample test questions and answers, a list of all USCIS
offices nationwide, a list of U.S. embassies and consulates, and
everything else you will need to know to become a United States
citizen in no time at all, including how to pass the citizenship
test.
Item# 9781601381354 $24.95
Companion
CD in also Includes:
Civics Flash Cards
for the New Naturalization Test. A useful study tool for teachers
and students.
Civics Flash Cards for the New Naturalization
Test (reversed colors)
Learn About the United States: Quick
Civics Lessons for the New Naturalization Test
Redesigned
(New) Naturalization Test: Civics (History and Government) Questions
The Citizen's
Almanac - A handbook on U.S. civic history and the rights and
responsibilities of citizenship
Pocket Declaration of
Independence and the Constitution of the United States: A
pocket-size version of America's two most important documents.
A Promise of Freedom: An Introduction to U.S. History and Civics
for Immigrants A 12-minute video presentation on American civics and
history.
Becoming a U.S. Citizen: An Overview of the
Naturalization Process A 10-minute multimedia presentation providing
general information on the naturalization process.
Your U.S.
Citizenship Guide: What You Need to Know to Pass Your U.S.
Citizenship Test (SPANISH)
Su Guía Para la Ciudadanía de los EE.UU: Qué Usted Necesita Saber
Para Aprobar el Éxamen de Ciudadanía de los EE.UU-Con el CD-ROM del
Compañero (SPANISH EDITION)
Item# 9781601381361 $24.95
The Complete Guide to Joining the Peace Corps What You Need to Know
Explained Simply
The Peace Corps, one of the great symbols of relief and assistance
in countries around the world, is an opportunity for men and women
of all ages to give a small part of their lives in the effort to
help those much less fortunate than them. In 2007, the Peace Corps
announced its highest volunteer number in 37 years with more than
8,000 volunteers and the Corps continues to grow as more people jump
at the chance to help around the world.
Many people want to join and help in the Peace Corps, and more than
160,000 people have, since it was established by President Kennedy
in 1961. But, many more wonder what it involves and what they need
to know before they can volunteer and sign up for the world famous
Peace Corps. This informative book will guide you through the
process of not only deciding whether you want to join the Peace
Corps, but of showing you everything you will experience and need
along the way.
You will learn all of the basic lingo and necessary information
needed to start the application process. You will be shown the
specific qualifications to join and what you can do to boost your
chances of submitting a winning application. Advice for older
volunteers as well as those who are married or worried about
entering another country as a minority or different sexual
orientation is included in a special chapter about preparing for the
Peace Corps mentality.
Once you have applied and are ready for your Peace Corps commitment
to start, you will learn what you should bring for two years abroad
and what kind of training the Peace Corps will provide to you. A
full list of the countries you might travel to and the languages you
will need to learn are included, alongside the vital medical and
safety information that you will need to remain safe during your
travels. Learn how to stay in touch with home through the proper
channels and how much travel and free time you will be permitted.
Social interaction is a vital part of any volunteer commitment and
you will learn how and when you can get to know you fellow
volunteers and the rules for interaction with the local nationals.
Finally, the process of returning to normal life will be hard, but
this book will walk you through everything you need to know,
including the procedure for coming home early and a full section on
how to adjust to your life once more. You will also find information
on incorporating your new outlook on life gained from the humbling
experience of your travels into the life that you left back at home.
For those interested in joining the Peace Corps who feel overwhelmed
by everything it represents, this book will take your hand and walk
you through every step of the way. Item#9781601382849
$24.95
How to Get Your Amazing Invention on Store Shelves An AZ
Guidebook for the Undiscovered Inventor
Ideas are everywhere. People are constantly
thinking up better ways to do things and make peoples' lives easier.
Every year, more than 1.6 million new patents are filed worldwide
and millions of new ideas sit on the desktops of basement inventors
waiting to be turned into the ultimate money making, life altering
product that they have dreamed of creating since childhood. Turning
those ideas into marketable products though can be an incredibly
lengthy, complex process, especially for the independent inventor
with limited resources.
In this age of the self-made celebrity, expert, and business owner,
there is no reason why you cannot market your inventions as well and
create a demand for your amazing new idea. With the help of this
comprehensive guide to the invention marketing process, you will
learn everything you need to know to go from independent inventor to
profiting entrepreneur. It starts with knowing exactly what the
current independent inventor is dealing with the market climate and
how things like the Internet have fundamentally changed how new
products are presented. You will learn how to start commercializing
what, to this point, has only been an idea researching the industry
into which you are trying to enter, how long to wait, what the
actual value of your product is opposed to the perceived value and
how you can calculate that actual value, and how licensing and
marketing work on a fundamental level.
You will learn the ins and outs of the patent process and what you
need to do to protect every exceptional idea you ever develop. To
supplement your patent, you will learn how to time the marketing of
your product to best take advantage of a fresh patent without
showing your hand. The value of test marketing and interviewing an
audience of demographically valuable individuals will be explained
in full detail alongside the costs and timetables for submitting
your product and preparing it for licensing.
The nuts and bolts of approaching potential licensees is discussed,
with specific instructions as to how you can contact them, promote
your product, and make them realize that they cannot do without your
invention. Many inventors and business owners were interviewed in
the process to gather an industry perspective that you cannot find
anywhere else. Determining the market value and creating a joint
venture are discussed along with the legal implications of licensing
your product and making sure you receive the proper royalties for
the work you do. You will be provided with the information you need
to make sure you get paid properly for everything you do and an easy
walkthrough to the process of negotiating a contract, no matter how
little experience you have in the business world. For any inventor
with an idea in hand and a desire to share it with the world, this
book provides a complete guide for everything you need to do to see
your invention on store shelves in no time. Item#99781601383020
$24.95
How to Get the Promotion You Want in 90 Days or Less A Step by Step
Plan for Making It Happen
Millions of people are unhappy with their
current jobs. They either do not feel like they are properly
appreciated or feel that they could do much better. A recent USA
Today poll found that only one in ten people actually feel important
in their job. In actuality, the number may even be lower than that,
as it does not take into account people who aspire to being promoted
or feel that they could perform better at their current position.
Many people agonize over whether they should and how they can go
about landing the promotion that will allow them to feel better
about their job and their position in the world. In this
groundbreaking book, you will discover not only how to move from
desire to action, but how to pass from each step to the next without
making any major mistakes. The process of earning and then
requesting a promotion can be a complex one, meaning you need the
best possible resources at your disposal before you make any
decisions or have any conversations.
In this book, you will learn how to start analyzing your own
performance at work. Are you as productive as your peers? Do you
have a reputation that you must live up to or overcome to be in the
right position to request that promotion? What do you need to do to
earn the promotion that you know you deserve? These are all vital
questions that every employee must be able to ask and find the
answers to in order to successfully get that promotion and this book
will provide solutions to each and every one of them.
Through hours of interviews with hiring managers and professionals,
we have been able to compile a complete guide to everything your
employer looks for when deciding whether you deserve a promotion.
Learn which traits your boss values highest, what days of the week
and times of day are best to ask for a promotion, and when not to
approach your boss. Learn how to have the conversation and prepare
yourself in terms of job performance before you ask for the raise.
Learn what you can do after you receive a promotion to continue your
rise to the top, and in a special chapter on the top ten reasons
promotions are denied, learn why it is that so many people are
rejected. If you are seeking a promotion or the next major step in
your career, it is vital that you know what to expect, what your
employers look for, and what to avoid doing in order to land that
new position. This book guides you through every step of the process
and ensures you are ready on day one to pick up your new position
and run with it. Item#9781601382856 $24.95
How to Get the Raise You Want in 90 Days or Less A Step-by-Step Plan
for Making It Happen
You work hard every day and you know that your performance merits
more money than you are currently making. But the rat race is making
it next to impossible to ask for that raise you want. Job growth is
slowing, salaries are tightening up, and you feel like you might
miss your chance if you do not act soon - do not feel alone.
Millions of Americans feel the exact same way and it can be hard to
get past your initial hesitance to ask for a raise.
But, it is a more complex process than merely asking for a raise.
You must be prepared to approach your boss and company from a
multitude of different angles. In this comprehensive guide to
overcoming your hesitance and getting the raise you deserve, you
will learn exactly how you can step up to the plate and become the
employee that no one can ignore, not only earning that raise, but
proving to everyone around you that your presence is vital to the
success of the company.
In this book, you will learn how to approach the process of getting
a raise one step at a time, focusing on what you need to do as an
employee to successfully convince your employer that you are worth
the money. You will learn how to analyze where you are in your life
and career, how you got there, and where you want to end up. A
complete outline is provided to detail exactly how salaries are set
by employers and how you can work within those parameters,
evaluating your own skill set, and deciding if you are truly
entitled to a raise or if you need to work a little harder for it.
You will learn how to go about earning your raise by creating a list
of what your employer is looking for and methodically checking off
each item as you improve your overall work performance to meet their
expectations. Learn when and where you can ask for a raise and how
to negotiate with a tough boss to convince them that your request is
both fair for you and beneficial for them. A special section on the
top mistakes you should avoid in negotiating your raise is included
to ensure you do not make the same mistakes that have tripped up
many before you and an explanation of how employers give and analyze
employee evaluations allows you to see inside their head as they try
to decide whether your request is worthwhile to them. For any
employee grinding their way through work every day, knowing they are
worth more money, this step by step guide to asking for a raise is
for you. Item#9781601382863 $24.95
What to Do When You Are Fired or Laid Off A Complete Guide to the
Benefits and Legal Rights You Need to Know to Get Back on Your Feet
In the last five years, more than a million jobs have been lost in
the United States, many of them due to the closure of plants,
factories, or downsizing in shrinking companies. Millions more
people have lost their jobs due to being fired, restructuring, or
mergers in major corporations. Many thousands more are expected to
lose their jobs in the year to come and that leads many to wonder
what rights and benefits they have to help them recuperate and get
back on their feet. This comprehensive guide to the laws and
benefits provided to those individuals who have lost their jobs, for
whatever reason, will help you discover exactly what you can do to
ensure you have the resources you need to salvage your life and your
career after losing a job.
A complete listing of the requirements your employer is bound to and
the legal implications of your particular situation will be provided
in multiple chapters broken down to reflect the various situations
in which you lost your job. If you were laid off due to a factory
closing, you will be given advice on how much of your retirement
benefits you are entitled to, how much notice your employer is
legally required to provide you (as per the WARN act), and what you
can do in the final 60 days to shore up future employment. If your
company downsizes, you will be given detailed descriptions of the
laws that apply to your workplace according to where you work and
how long you have worked there.
You will learn what opportunities the federal government provides to
those who have lost their jobs, including unemployment benefits and
welfare coverage. You will also learn about how you can take
advantage of additional workforce training to further your technical
skills. You will learn how to handle your taxes while unemployed.
You will learn how to know if your firing was legal and if you have
a legal basis to reproach your company for laying you off. If you
were unfairly terminated, you will be shown how you can approach an
attorney and what you need to provide to win your case.
Finally, you will be shown which resources and tools are available
to help you get back on your feet, finding a new job that utilizes
your skills and training. You will learn how you can modernize your
skill set with additional training, seek out hiring services, and
supplement your income between jobs with temporary or parttime
opportunities. Hours of expert opinions have been gathered into this
book from hiring managers, employment lawyers, and other experts in
the field to help you know exactly what rights you have and what you
can do to recover. If you have been laid off, fired, or unfairly
terminated, this book will provide you with everything you need to
minimize the stress and suffering of your situation and get back on
your feet in no time. Item#9781601382870
$24.95
How to Change Your Career and Do the Work You Really Love: A Step by
Step Plan for Making It Happen
According to a USA Today poll of more than 1,000 working Americans,
less than 10 percent of all employees feel that they are prestigious
in the jobs they perform. As many as 60 percent of all employees
will freely admit they wish they had another job. Few people are
happy with their lots in life and yet many of them do not know how
to fix the problem. They do not know how to start searching for the
perfect job or how to put themselves in the position they always
dreamed of. There are many steps involved in quitting and finding a
new job. You must know what you want from your career, be able to
track it down, and have the resources to do so. This book will
provide you with the information you need to do all three things.
You will be shown the right mindset to start and succeed in
discovering what it is that would make you truly happy in life.
You will learn how to block out everything in your life and pinpoint
what it is you have always wanted to do. A guide of popular careers
and their related fields is provided to help you discern where you
went wrong in your career, as well as pointed advice on how to
methodically start thinking about the right career. Instead of
quitting and being left in the cold, you will be shown how to start
saving money and preparing the right resources to get a new job.
Instead of toiling over your job, you will learn what to look for in
a career and how to outline how much money you really need to make
to survive. You will be provided the top jobhunting resources in the
country, along with a complete list for how to weed out bad jobs,
with code words and telltale signs revealed that will help you
ignore bad job listings. A special chapter is included to help you
create the winning resume package, including a topnotch resume,
cover letter, and all the fresh information you need if it has been
years since the last time you looked for a job.
Finally, you will learn how you can start working toward turning
your life's passions into a viable career. You will learn how to
decide if what you love is viable as a business and how to start
working for yourself. You will learn the most common mistakes people
make when they try to strike out on their own and how you can avoid
becoming just another sad story. With a plethora of interviews and
conversations with real world professionals who have managed to
chuck their job and start living and working the lives they have
always wanted, you will learn the ins and outs of finding a career
that will make you truly happy, while maintaining your current
quality of life. If you feel trapped by your job or the press of
your bills, this book will help you break free and finally start
working towards a rewarding career in a field you love.
Item#9781601382887 $24.95
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