When interviewing with any company, it’s important to be prepared and put some thought behind the answers you provide. And yes, part of your preparation comes from reviewing your resume and cover letter, conducting research on the company and thinking of concrete examples – ones that showcase your skills – to use when answering interview questions before you even step into the interview.

It seems that every day you pick up the paper you’re bombarded with poor economic news and news on the deepening recession. Record losses for banks, record lows in sales for retailers, and thousands of jobs being lost each month. It certainly isn’t a pretty picture! Is there any hope?

A great resume gives employers additional reasons to want to learn more about an applicant. Examples of how you can develop a more appealing, well-rounded resume are as follows:

Ready for some “interesting” and fun interview stories? Enjoy reading the peculiar mistakes made in these stories as you wouldn’t want to be the one to repeat history – well at least not history in this context.

It’s no doubt that professional recruiters have started hunting for job candidates using the technology found on social networking sites such as LinkedIn and Facebook.

Thank you for partnering with PTC Accounting & Finance for your next contract.

We understand that seeking contract employment can be challenging.

As the Manager of Candidate Services, my role is to represent the interests of the candidates that we serve. Whether you have the opportunity to be placed on a contract by PTC or not, your experience with us should be positive.

Date: April 1, 2009
Venue: Ivey ING Leadership Centre
Location: 130 King Street W., Toronto, Ontario

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Date: March 23-26, 2009
Venue: Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel
Location: 123 Queen Street W., Toronto, Ontario

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Date: April 14, 2009
Venue: Fairmont Royal York
Location: 100 Front Street West, Toronto, Ontario

Date: March 12-13, 2009
Venue: Delta Meadowvale Resort and Conference Centre
Location: 6750 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, Ontario

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