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In today’s world, snail mail has been replaced by instant messaging, texting, and email. However, there is an entire industry that still appreciates the handwritten thank you card--and I’m not talking about the Postal Industry Services. After an interview, spending five minutes on a thank you card can increase your chances of being hired by 20%.

A recent survey concluded that hiring managers are less likely to hire people who do not follow up an interview with a thank you note..  By not following up with a note, you could be sending your potential employer hidden messages about your professionalism. 86% of hiring managers surveyed felt that doing so conveyed a lack of follow- through. 56% felt the candidate was sending the message that he or she wasn’t serious about landing the job.

To write an effective thank you note, you must state and re-state your enthusiasm and qualifications. Make sure to edit the note multiple times and to address your interviewer properly. If you interviewed with multiple people, write multiple notes.

Be sure to write a thank you note after your next interview, and increase your chances of getting hired!

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For the first time since April, the number of jobless claims has fallen below 400,000, currently resting at 398,000.  A drop in jobless claims such as this usually indicates a period of rapid hiring, and July’s drop is most likely due to the number of workers returning to manufacturing jobs.

Claims were found to have fallen sharply in the third week of July, when auto plants reopened. Auto plants shut down in the first couple weeks of July to be retooled for the production of new models. When they re-open, they engage in massive hiring sprees, making it difficult to establish trends in the U.S. Labor Market.
As a result of July’s volatile hiring patterns, economists say that claims would have to continually and significantly decrease in order to determine a true improvement in hiring trends. Joshua Shapiro, chief U.S. economist of MFR Inc, said, “While the decline is clearly good news, we would prefer to see further data before concluding that the earlier downtrend in claims is being re-established.”

Currently the weak economy is responsible for the low job rate. In addition, business leaders have recently divulged that the standoff in Washington over how to deal with the federal debt has caused them to be reluctant when it comes to making new hires.

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Given the abundance of resumes employers receive nowadays, many hiring managers may spend no more than two minutes glancing over yours. Many people underestimate the power of a good resume; in most cases, it is the key to landing you an interview. Here are some tips on how to construct a resume that is sure gain the attention of hiring employers:

• Make it visually attractive. Make sure that your resume comes across in a clear, organized fashion. You will gain major points with hirers if the design of your resume is refreshing and simple. Be sure to use a font that is visible, with proper spacing and a good flow of information.
• Less is more. Tony Beshara, author of “Unbeatable Resumes: America’s Top Recruiter Reveals what REALLY Gets You Hired,” said that one of the biggest assumptions people make about resumes is that they are going to be read thoroughly. Make sure you are concise and to the point.
• Aim for clarity. Employers want to be able to quickly determine which applicants are worth their time. When writing your resume, think of it as more of a fact sheet than a short story.
• Focus on achievement. Remember, your resume helps you present yourself as the best person for the job. Include relevant skills as well as your greatest accomplishments. Adding information like performance review excerpts, and descriptions of honors or promotions can help add to your case.

Take these suggestions into account when updating your resume, and increase your chances of getting noticed by your next potential employer. 

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Good communication is key for the success of any company. Miscommunication in the workplace can often result in missed deadlines, longer hours, and more work overall. Here are three common communication mistakes made in the workplace and how you can avoid them:

1. Failing to ask for clarification. Without asking for clarification, you can end up misinterpreting tasks and wasting your time, as well as your colleagues’ time. If you don’t understand something, simply ask someone to explain it further to you. If you raise well-informed, direct questions and ask for examples, you will end up looking a lot more competent than if you perform the task incorrectly.
2. Being negative to appear analytical. Many find that the easiest way to critique and analyze is to do so negatively. On a personal level, constant negativity will make your co-workers think you are difficult to work with. On a company-wide level, it can kill off a lot of great ideas. Instead of jumping straight to what you think is wrong, stop yourself. Voice your appreciation for the effort behind the idea, and mention at least one thing you like about it. Then politely explain how you feel it can be improved.
3. Acting overly agreeable. People tend to confuse agreeability with likeability.  Your co-workers will not like you more just because you agree with everything they have to say. It is important to remember to be honest; people always value respectful honesty. You can politely state your opinion and still be liked by your colleagues.

Avoid these three miscommunications, and you will ensure not only a thriving workplace, but a thriving career.

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In the past few weeks, OneWire reported on the recent rise in unemployment rates in 28 states, as well as the increased number of jobless claims. With major companies announcing layoffs, many may be wondering, “where are the available jobs in today’s market?”

Not to fear, there is hope. CNN released an article listing Fortune 100 companies that are now hiring.  J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. currently has 15,550 jobs being sourced globally--12,000 of which are in located in the United Sates. IBM is also in the process of filling 8,320 jobs in industries such as finance and accounting, HR and hardware engineering.  Forbes has reported that companies within the healthcare, defense contracting, and technology sectors are also adding jobs. 

To check out more job opportunities, log on to OneWire and search available jobs.

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Last Friday, July 22nd, the Labor department reported that 28 states registered unemployment rate increases for the month of June.   In May, only 13 states had registered unemployment rate increases.

Nevada registered the highest unemployment rate, which rose from 12.1 percent to 12.4 percent.  The month’s increase is twice as large as the average increase of the past 10 years.  Healthcare shed 400 jobs; education 400 jobs; and retail 800 jobs.  Decreased tax revenue caused state and local governments to cut 3,600 over the year, almost all at a local level.

Other states are following a similar trend amidst shrinking tax revenue.  California, North Carolina, Michigan and Oregon also reported high unemployment rates.

While the picture nationally remains grim – an unemployment rate of 9.2 percent – there are pockets of good news.  Total payrolls grew in 26 states and Washington, DC in June, with Texas, California, and Michigan posting gains.

While the economic recovery is on tenuous ground and far from complete, some industries are adding jobs.  Evaluating your options, using innovative career tools like OneWire, and being persistent will give you a leg up in this competitive environment.

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact support@onewire.com. 

Meetings are an important and often regular part of the work week at any company. Sometimes meetings can be very productive; they can generate new ideas and unearth exciting company developments. Other times they can go horribly wrong, adding extra tasks and tightened deadlines to your already busy schedule. Here are three things to ensure a constructive meeting:

1. Manage your time. Studies have found that the number one employee peeve is a meeting that does not stick to the schedule. That means when people show up late to a meeting, or the meeting runs over, people get annoyed. Make sure you know the meeting is taking place, understand how to get there, and always show up at least five minutes early. During the meeting, be courteous of your co-workers’ time. Save your office banter with your colleagues for after the meeting, and stick to talking points. 
2. Have a set path of direction for the meeting. Meetings that seem pointless or unnecessary have the ability to get on everyone’s nerves. Make sure that before your meeting, you have organized a set of notes that cover what you have been working on and what you hope to accomplish in the near future. Notes help keep the meeting structured.
3. Leave your cell phone at your desk. In the era of the Smartphone, cell phones seem like another appendage of the human body. However, they divide your attention, sending the wrong message to your colleagues that your time is better spent elsewhere. It detracts from the productivity of the meeting, because it conveys a lack of commitment to what is being discussed.

Follow these three things to ensure efficiency in your next office meeting!

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When you’re unemployed, it’s hard to find the balance between downtime and job search time. You worry that the time you spend at the beach could result missed job opportunities, or you stress about all the fun things you could be doing if you weren’t constantly going to interviews. Here are four great ways for to manage the time you have while in between jobs:

1. Keep active.  Finding a new job during this period can be incredibly stressful.  Exercise can be a great way to relieve some of this stress. Try taking advantage of the summer season, and head outdoors for a thirty minute walk.
2. Schedule something social 2-3 times a week. Your flexible hours allow you to accommodate other people’s schedules more easily.  Plan a lunch, happy hour drinks with friends, or another fun activity. Looking forward to something you perceive as “fun” leads to happiness.
3. Set aside “work days” for yourself. During these days, set goals for how many interviews you want to schedule, how many companies you have to call, how many requests for referrals you need, etc. When you have reached your daily goal, stop, and enjoy your downtime.
4. Set a personal goal. Whether it’s training for a marathon or writing a fiction novel, plan just one personal goal, and stick with it. Step outside of your comfort zone to explore new areas of interest. You never know, it could lead to a new job opportunity.
   

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OneWire previously blogged about the recent number of jobless claims decreasing from 432,000 to 418,000. However, according to a report conducted by Challenger, Gray & Christmas, this decrease may not last for long; in fact jobless claims may rise again.

In June, the biggest block of firings took place in Ohio, with 115 . The second largest firing occurred in California, at 65. Much of the downsizing that occurred was a result of branch and office closings. Despite relatively few job cuts during previous months, John Challenger, CEO of Challenger, Gray and Christmas, expects layoffs in larger numbers in the coming months. Challenger said, “Just in the last week or two, a number of Wall Street firms have given indications that layoffs are coming. Trading volume is way down this year. There’s concern we may see a new spate of layoffs.”

While some companies may be experiencing some layoffs in the future, companies are posting new opportunities on OneWire every day!  OneWire matches you with the right opportunities, so you can retain your job.  Visit the Careers tab on our Facebook Page to be the first to see new job openings.

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact support@onewire.com.

OneWire previously blogged about the recent number of jobless claims decreasing from 432,000 to 418,000. However, according to a report conducted by Challenger, Gray & Christmas, this decrease may not last for long; in fact jobless claims may rise again.

In June, the biggest block of firings took place in Ohio, with 115 . The second largest firing occurred in California, at 65. Much of the downsizing that occurred was a result of branch and office closings. Despite relatively few job cuts during previous months, John Challenger, CEO of Challenger, Gray and Christmas, expects layoffs in larger numbers in the coming months. Challenger said, “Just in the last week or two, a number of Wall Street firms have given indications that layoffs are coming. Trading volume is way down this year. There’s concern we may see a new spate of layoffs.”

While some companies may be experiencing some layoffs in the future, companies are posting new opportunities on OneWire every day!  OneWire matches you with the right opportunities, so you can retain your job.  Visit the Careers tab on our Facebook Page to be the first to see new job openings.

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact support@onewire.com.

OneWire’s capabilities do not just benefit active job seekers; they can also be used to manage your career . If you do not wish to use OneWire to find a job at the moment, we recommend that you set your account status to "Not Looking" and your profile to "Private." Employers will no longer be able to contact you, and your personal information will be concealed.

Maintaining a OneWire account as Career Management Tool allows you to take advantage of OneWire’s networking features. You will be able to connect with previous and current co-workers, as well as other candidates who attended the same educational institutions as yourself.  With these networking capabilities, you can also refer colleagues for career opportunities, while remaining eligible for referral bounties.

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact support@onewire.com.

In today’s work environment, the line between what is acceptable, and what is not, is often blurred. Here are some things you should avoid doing at work to help you maintain a high level of professionalism.

1. Search anything you wouldn’t want to show up in your computer’s history. Don’t expect to have a lot of privacy at work. You should assume that all your activities at work are monitored, including emails, phone calls, and even conversations.
2. Over-apologize. For a minor issue, a quick email that says, “sorry about that,” is acceptable. For a major issue, apologize in person. Try not to draw the apology out; say it once clearly, and move on.
3. Cross swords with your boss. You do not want to square off with your boss. Even when you win, you lose. It is important to respect authority and the chain of “command.”
4. Go looking for trouble. Don’t pick fights, push buttons, or give anyone a hard time. If something is bothering you, excuse yourself and go for a walk. You do not want a reputation for acting childish in the workplace; it can stunt your career in a big way.
5. Make commitments you can’t keep or lie. Be straightforward and honest. People appreciate honesty, and in the end, it will make for a smoother career and build up your credibility.
6. Act unruly in your cubicle. Be courteous to the people around you. Speaking loudly or goofing off in the work place is not acceptable. Save your antics for after work, and maintain professionalism while inside the office.
7. Divulge too much of your personal life. There is such a thing as revealing too much information. Make sure you are considerate of what you say, and to whom you say it. The last thing you want to do is offend your co-workers.
8. Act negative or complain. People in the workplace who whine can drive their co-workers crazy. Nobody wants to work with, or be around, someone who complains.
9. Speak ill of anyone at your company while on company property. Speaking negatively about a co-worker is never a good idea. You can be sure that it will get back to them somehow. Save your venting for after work. 
10. Avoiding these nine things will build you a positive reputation and credibility as a reliable co-worker. 

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact support@onewire.com.

To let companies know that you are interested in available positions on OneWire, you can Express Interest in either the company or the specific position. Expressing Interest will alert the hiring manager of your Profile, even if you are not matched.

To be able to Express Interest, your matchability degree must be rated at least “Average.” Your matchability level is dependent on the amount of information you have included in your Profile. To ensure that you are eligible to Express Interest, make sure you have added as much information to your Profile as possible.

Make sure that your work experiences on your resume are included in your Profile. Your resume is not searchable by hiring managers; therefore uploading it will not give you the search-match benefits of OneWire. It is also important to select Roles and Specializations for your work experiences. Lastly fill out the Skills and Interests section fully, and to the best of your ability. Remember the more you include, the better. 

Sign into your OneWire Profile, and start Expressing Interest!

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact support@onewire.com.

Many employees define themselves in the workplace strictly by their position titles. But this mentality will leave you with narrow skill sets and less to offer your company.  Here’s how to maximize your productivity and launch yourself positively in the workplace:

1. Adopt a new mindset. Don’t think of yourself as restricted to your title’s responsibilities.  View yourself as part of a larger whole. This perspective will allow you to contribute more, as well as grow more as an employee.
2. Continue to invest yourself in the company in different ways. Cutbacks in the economy mean limited resources. As a result, you are going to have to adjust by adopting new ways of thinking and becoming your own best resource; how are you and your company going to survive and thrive?
3. Expand and adjust your work focus. Learn to look at the big picture. Anticipate new opportunities, as well as possible problems in different areas of your company. Do not to clutter your vision with distractions and uncertainty.
4. Seek out others in the workplace who are striving towards this mentality too. Surround yourself with co-workers who make you feel more relevant, knowledgeable and meaningful.  You will have a positive influence on each other, which will ultimately lead to a positive impact on your company.
   

These are four suggestions that will allow you to grow professionally and advance your career at the your company.

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact support@onewire.com.

The more information you include in your OneWire Profile, the more likely you are to be matched to relevant job opportunities. If you received multiple degrees through a single educational experience, we highly recommend you specify this on your profile, if you haven’t already.
To add multiple degrees to the same education experience, follow these steps:

1. Click My Profile and, next to the name of the school to which you wish to add a degree, click EDIT.
2. The basic school information on this page should remain untouched, so select CONTINUE.
3. Select ADD, located next to Degrees and Programs, and enter the appropriate information.

You can add as many degrees as you would like!  Happy job hunting.

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact support@onewire.com.

This morning, the U.S. Department of Labor released the highly anticipated job growth rate for June.  Much to the nation’s dismay, the report left much to be desired; only 18,000 jobs were said to be added this past month.  As a result, the unemployment rate rose to 9.2 percent, up from 9.1 percent in May.  Of the 14.1 million unemployed in June, 6.3 million have been so for at least six months.  On a more positive note, the country’s top 25 retailers saw a 6.5 percent jump in sales during June in stores open for at least a year.  Many believe this spending will stimulate the economy enough to turn the jobless rate around soon. 

In the meantime, if you are looking for work, make sure you are using all your possible resources to get hired.  Review your OneWire profile to see if you can add any more detail to flesh it out; adding specializations will increase your matchability, as well as expressing interest in relevant companies and positions.  Join our social media pages on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter to be the first to learn about new opportunities, career advice, and contests. 

It is also important to be aware of the industries that have seen the most growth; professional and technical services, healthcare, as well as leisure and hospitality all increased their hiring substantially in June.  All is not lost on the job frontier!  OneWire is here to help both jobseekers and employers find what they are looking for .

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact support@onewire.com.

The Bureau of Labor has recently reported that the number of jobless claims, filed on July 2, has decreased from 432,000 to 418,000.  That is a drop of 14,000, and nearly 3.2%.  The drop was better than economists’ initial prediction of 425,000.  Since the number of claims has dropped , ADP Employer Services report that, 157,000 new workers were added to U.S. company payrolls in June.

“These kind of employment numbers are supportive for the market,” said Lawrence Creatura, a Rochester, New York-based fund manager at Federated Investors Inc.  And supportive they are!  Since the 157,000 have been employed, U.S. stocks have risen.

Retailer sales reports are claiming that shoppers took advantage of the discounts implemented to clear out merchandise this past month, and lower gas prices and warm weather also attracted consumers to buy.  U.S. companies such as Gap, Limited brands, Western Digital and Seagate saw their stock increase in value anywhere from 3.1 % to 4.3%.

 If you have any questions or feedback, please contact support@onewire.com.

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The interview was part of a SmartRecruiters Zero Unemployment series. SmartRecruiters founded the Zero Unemployment movement - an ongoing effort to find technological solutions for the hiring process and high unemployement problem. 

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July 6, 2011 by David Smooke

As part of SmartRecruiters‘ ongoing effort to identify how technology can reduce friction in the the labor market, I interviewed Brin McCagg at the HR Demo Show in Las Vegas.

“We focus on the big three problems in recruiting,” said McCagg.

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“Its hard to find the right candidates, and if you talk to the heads of HR of the Fortune 1,000, I think they’ll all tell you, they are dealing with – first of all-  an abundant volume of candidates they have to sort through, and that’s getting more and more difficult as the cost of distributing resumes is going down – with email and with social networks and all that. Being able to narrow down to a very precise candidate that matches the opportunity is very important and getting increasingly difficult.”

How much can technology do for employment levels?

“Well there is two parts to that question; as technology companies grow, they are obviously hiring. OneWire created 55 jobs in the heart of New York at the depth of the recession. We started the company in 2008. And so that is obviously one effect we have. But by getting people better matched to relative opportunities, you’re basically creating better retention because if you get better people, they are more likely to stay at jobs and be more productive, be happier in their position. And so we think  - and its hard measure this – that OneWire along with other technologies are having a beneficial impact on getting people in the right positions for them and the right positions for their company.”

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While candidates do not apply for positions in the traditional sense on OneWire, make sure you are taking advantage of the Express Interest feature to get in front of hiring managers. 

As a candidate on OneWire, you are matched to positions based on the structured information you include in your Profile, as well as the career preferences you set.  As companies build out search criteria for their open positions, the system uses a matching technology to find candidates whose profiles most precisely match the query of the recruiter. Both parties are notified of the match immediately. 

However, another important feature that can help you connect to employers is the Express Interest feature.  Expressing Interest is OneWire’s version of “applying” to opportunities.  When candidates “Express Interest,” hiring managers are alerted, and have access to candidates’ profiles to review their background and qualifications. 

Use the Search Jobs feature on the Jobs tab of your profile to browse open positions and Express Interest! It’s also a great idea to Express Interest in jobs you have already been matched to!

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact support@onewire.com.

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Most individuals seeking employment think, “what are the things that can get me hired?” Rarely do the employed think, “what are the things that can get me fired?” Many people believe that showing up on time, in proper attire, and doing your work is enough to ensure job security, but is it? Here are nine things that can get you fired from your current job.

1.       Calling in sick for convenience sake. Taking a sick day is appropriate from time to time, but taking too many, especially on Mondays and Fridays, gives the wrong impression. 

2.       Lying on your job application. Most think, what does it matter how I got here, so long as I’m here? If you’re not delivering results, your employer may find reason to go back and review your resume or run a background check.

3.       Remaining anonymous in the office. If you don’t advertise your successes, remind your boss of your accomplishments, or network within the office, no one will remember the value you bring to the company.

4.       Refusing to compromise. You must learn to work with a team. If your ego is getting in the way of the company’s efficiency and results, you will be asked to leave.

5.       Acting ungrateful. Be thankful for what you have, and try not to complain about what you don’t have, or think you deserve.

6.       Not respecting the chain of command.  Only under extreme circumstances should you go above your boss’s head. Know what to say and when to say it. 

7.       Spending your time with the complainers, non-performers and Gossipers. You don’t want to be associated the people responsible for missed deadlines or leaked information.

8.       Never taking responsibility for things that go wrong. Admit when you’ve made a mistake, and own up to it. More often than not, it’s the cover-up that gets you fired, as opposed to the crime.  

9.       Taking credit for your co-workers’ work. Never accept praise for others’ accomplishments; no one likes a freeloader.

 

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