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Standing Out in the Job Hunt

The ranks of the unemployed have grown to almost 15 million. At the same time, the number of job openings has plummeted since the recession began. So how do you stand out as a job applicant, when the competition is steep. As Dana Bate reports its often about who you know.



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External Links/Articles*

• Facebook
  Facebook is a social networking site that can help you stay connected to your personal and professional contacts and expand your network.
• Linked In
  Linked In is "an interconnected network of experienced professionals from around the world, representing 170 industries and 200 countries."
• Bureau of Labor Statistics
  This links to information/resources for job seekers, including a career guide to various industries and occupational outlook....
• Lee Hecht Harrison
  Lee Hecht Harrison is a "talent solutions company focused on delivering Career Transition, Leadership Consulting and Workforce Solutions for organizations committed to developing their best talent and becoming employers of choice." This outplacement firm has 240 offices worldwide.
• Vault
Vault is a "provider of information and solutions for professionals and students who are pursuing and managing high-potential careers." It's a useful web site for doing company and industry research.  The site provides insider intelligence on salaries, hiring practices and company cultures.

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