For some, speaking in public can be nerve racking and even thinking about having to do it can lead you into cold sweats. Fear not, there are a few ways you can tackle this head on and make yourself a better speaker. Not only do these tips below work for public speaking, they are also… Read More »
Posts Categorized: Real Estate Job Search Tips
Tips on Applying to Jobs on LinkedIn
LinkedIn can be intimidating for some users who don’t utilize it frequently. Many companies add jobs directly through LinkedIn and if you’re looking for a new position, this may be the place you want to start checking. You may think that you need to pay for a premium profile to get a call, but you don’t… Read More »
Tips for Applying to Jobs on Facebook
When it comes to applying for jobs, there are many avenues nowadays to get your resume seen. Facebook is one of the newest ways to search for jobs and to apply for jobs. Here are a few helpful tips to keep in mind when applying to jobs on Facebook. Attach a Resume When you… Read More »
Tips on Being a Better Proofreader
You just wrote a great cover letter for a job posting, now what? It’s time to proofread your work! – Did you just let out a sigh? It’s ok if you did. Proofreading can be a tedious task to correct any mistakes. Here are a few helpful tips on how to be a better proofreader… Read More »
The Right Resume for Real Estate Jobs – An A Team Success Story
When you’re applying for title jobs, for escrow jobs, or for any real estate jobs, a hiring manager at the company you’re dying to get into may judge your qualifications in a minute or two with a quick scan of your resume. Hiring managers are looking for title, mortgage or escrow experience, yes and they are looking… Read More »
When’s the last time you googled yourself – as a job-seeker or an employer looking to hire?
Seriously, how long has it been since you checked out your own – or your company’s – online footprint? As a job-seeker, you want to be sure recruiters and prospective employers don’t run into photos, rants, re-posts, tweets or any online content that brings questions, raised eyebrows or… Read More »
The 5 Most Common Jobseeker Mistakes
Careerbuilder just released the results of an intriguing new survey – and the results hold more good advice about how to make yourself stand out as a jobseeker. More than 3000 jobseekers were asked about the steps they take during a job search, including customizing resumes for different jobs and employers, writing… Read More »
More Good Advice on Job Searching – and Getting the Interview
In an article titled “Job Hunting in the Digital Age” in this morning’s New York Times, recruiters, a VP at Indeed and a job hunter who learned lessons the hard way offer up some good advice for job hunters – advice that’s very relevant to job seekers in escrow, title and mortgage. The advice is spot-on:… Read More »
Why Would You Take a Temporary Job When The Economy Has Improved So Much?
That title is a good question. Why would a qualified, experienced job seeker take a temporary job when her long term goal is a full time, regular, years-long job? Here are just a few of the reasons we’ve seen play out in our candidates’ and employees’ lives recently: “I’d rather be working than not… Read More »
What Do Escrow and Title Employers Look for on a Resume?
What do our title, escrow, mortgage, homebuilder and real estate office clients look for when deciding who to interview and who to hire? What do our clients grill us about when choosing between candidates? I was surprised to see just how well our A Team “Must Have” list lined up with the list… Read More »