Craigslist

Did you know that the number of job listings in Craigslist is more than 1 million new job listings each month!

Start searching for a job with Craigslist!

Begin with a selection of your location, region; for example, SF bay area:

To use the search feature, simply type in the key word(s) that you are looking for, select the heading or category and then click ” > ” or “search” if you are already in a category.

Example: You type the word “analyst” and use the drop down to select “jobs” area. Click the ” > ” to see the results.

If you want to narrow your search to a particular subregion (north bay, city of san francisco, east bay, etc.), select the subregion from the right side of the home page and then do your search.

If simple keywords don’t find what you are looking for, here are some advanced features to try.

Phrase Search = by use of quotation marks to search for a phrase:  Example: “business analyst“

Excluding Terms (filtering)

To specify one or more words you’d like to exclude, use a minus sign to negate them.

business analyst -manufacturing

That will look for postings that contain ‘business” and “analyst’ but not ‘manufacturing’. Note that a search must contain one non-excluded term.

“OR” Searches

By default, every term in your search must match unless it is excluded with the minus sign (see above).  You can specify a list of terms that you want to find one or more of  (instead of ALL of them) using a “pipe” character ‘|’ like this:

business | analyst

This query looks for postings that contain ‘business’ or ‘analyst’ (or both).

Grouping

Finally, you can group terms together in parenthesis when queries are complicated:

nonprofit (business | analyst) -2009 -2008

That query tries to find all listings that contain ‘nonprofit’ and either ‘business’ or ‘analyst’ (or both) but do not contain 2008 or 2009.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GUzUsCREgrU

You Tube Video - Linkedin Job Seeker Service

Summary of the Service

• Stand out from the crowd
• Move to the top of the list as a Featured Applicant when you apply to jobs on LinkedIn.
• Be prepared for interviews
• View expanded profiles and manage your contacts with Profile Organiz
• Reach out to hiring decision makers
• Send personalized InMail messages directly to hiring managers.

Details of the Service:

• New Move to the top of the list as a Featured Applicant
• Contact hiring managers directly with InMail messages
• InMails
• Save profiles & organize your job search with Profile Organizer
• Prepare for interviews – see full profiles of hiring decision makers
• Get introduced to inside sources at companies
• New Join Lindsey Pollak’s webinar: “Job Seeking on LinkedIn”
• Find opportunities faster with Premium Search
• See who’s interested in your profile
• Let users reach you for free with OpenLink
• Get priority customer service

Cost of the Service:

• Basic Account: $19.95 per month
• Job Seeker Account:  $29.95 per month
• Job Seeker Plus Account: $49.95 per month

Webcam-For-Interviews

This one-way, video-on-demand technique involves logging into a Web site and being presented with a set of questions, to which you record timed answers. Besides saving money, recruiters also like video-on-demand so they can do comparative behavioral analysis of job candidates.

See this article for more information:

http://www.fastcompany.com/article/webcam-interviews-how-survive-and-thrive

Details about article:

Invest in quality gear:

Be sure to follow the interviewer’s directions. “Don’t be like the IT person who thinks he or she knows everything and comes off looking clueless,” Newman cautions.

Create good lighting and ambiance:

Make sure the windows are closed to shut out traffic noise, and that the dog and kids are occupied elsewhere. Pay attention to your background — a bookshelf is good, an Insane Clown Posse poster, not so much.

Practice:

Have someone ask you some potential questions and record your responses so that you can critique your oral delivery and mannerisms.

Give maximum content, minimum bloviation:

Keeping your answers to two minutes maximum, and concentrate on getting the main point into the first 15 seconds.

And be passionate. But not too passionate.

New Year’s Resolutions get a bad reputation for being something you say in January, but quit by February.

This year, make a resolution that you will …

• think about what I liked and disliked in previous jobs and develop the ultimate job description. I will use this to give my search focus and meaning
• network 80 % of the time and use the Web 20 % of the time
• be open to exploring many new options in the job market, understanding that there may be interesting opportunities beyond my traditional field
• review which tactics did and did not yield results in 2009, and I will work to understand how I might improve in those areas that did not do as well as I had hoped
• promise not to apply for positions I am definitely not qualified for
• ask friends or acquaintances who manage and hire people to evaluate my cover letter and resume and give me real feedback – even if it hurts to hear it
• set myself weekly goals during my job search and keep to their deadlines
• consider new industries and career paths, but I will research the likelihood of being able to make that switch easily
• work on building relationships with my recruiter by helping him/her as much as they help me
• will apply immediately (with a tailored cover letter and resume) and search for friends and colleagues who could act as referrals to help me network into the organization
• consider my job search a full-time job and will not become complacent with my current situation. I will prioritize my job search above television, video games, or recreational internet use
• meet (on the phone or in person) three new people a week who can help me with my job search
• be thoughtful about when to send my resume, and I will not send my resume to everyone I know
• not spam my resume to companies where I am seeking employment. Instead, I will tailor my resume to each company, so that my relevant skills are stressed for each specific position of department. The company will know I am serious and intent on working there
• learn to leverage Social Media as a vehicle for communicating about myself, and not just as a distraction for hours chatting with new friends be specific about the type of work and organizations, including names of target organizations that I find most interesting
• send thank-you cards after every interview, whether I thought the interview went well or poorly
• not assume a person cannot help me find a job.  They may know a great contact I need to meet
• set up informal discussions with decision-makers/hiring managers even if they are not hiring right now.  They may be hiring soon be open to exploring many options because an interesting opportunity may exist beyond what I can see on the surface start attending more job fairs and networking events, including those that may put me outside of my traditional industry
• consider that my resume may not be as good as it could be and seek advice
• acknowledge that I may not be an interviewing pro. Especially if I’ve interviewed a lot and have not landed a job.  I will seek professional advice
• start considering a wide array of employment opportunities, instead of only the areas I’ve been used to
• build a plan for my job hunt by outlining resources to research and key people to contact.  I will create a schedule, too.  Milestones and goals are important
• provide or demonstrate my value to my newly-made contacts first, before asking for their help
• share my concerns with a few trusted friends who can offer good advice (instead of giving up hope)
• re-examine what my real financial needs are so that I can be more open to opportunities that may pay me less than what I want
• meet, whether by phone,direct e-mail, or in person, three new people who can help me in my job search each week
• will volunteer.  I will make good use of my time by meeting new people and creating substance for a discussion on “what I’ve been up to recently.”  I will make a difference when many can use my assistance
• evaluate opportunities by recognizing that this job can be a stepping stone to another job (inside or outside the company) – especially as the market improves
• not depend on my network to find a job for me, but will view it as one of several methods of finding employment
• Read.  Learn. Teach.  I will educate myself or others on a subject-matter than is pertinent to my profession
• do volunteer work to keep myself busy, and to also answer the question interviewers will put to me regarding what I have been up to recently in my unemployment
• consider exercise to be a good stress-reliever and pick a program I will enjoy (not necessarily bring the fastest results)
• ask friends or family to give me full and honest criticism of my resume and of my interview tactics, even if it may be difficult to hear
• not become frustrated with my job search, or, if I do, I will not take out that frustration on my friends or family.

• not give up

iGoogle is a Web browser start page tool for combining many Google resources for ease-of-use on your online desktop. Tabs are used with iGoogle to have multiple views of your content.  For example, you can include – on one tab – email, your calendar,  the phases of the moon, various Twitter “gadgets” …  well, your get the idea.

In summary, iGoogle is a “personal homepage” where you  have immediate access to content of your choosing; example: your RSS feeds, news headlines, weather forecasts, etc.

It’s a “one-stop-shop” for access all kind of information.

Set up a Tab in iGoogle for job searching.

Although I use Google Reader for most of my casual blog reading, I use an iGoogle tab specifically for Job Searching:

• Every job search result is available to me in one place!
• Easy, one-click access to the latest openings.

All your job seaching activities at a glance, w

hat a deal!  Just a quick set of gadgets to set up and you’re done!

How to set it up:

Technology today allows you to receive current, up-to-the-second results (RSS feeds) that are specific to your job search …every hour of any day … when you open my browser.

Everything you add to iGoogle shows up as a draggable widget, so you can design your own layout, organize your content into one Tab.  Setting up a dashboard page in a tab on your iGoogle page to create a custom job searching page – all in one screen!

Step 1) Add Your Favorite Job Boards to iGoogle

Note: I will be featuring a Human Resources – Project Manager targeted search theme as an example, but you can follow along with any industry, topic, or job type that you want.  Go to a job board that you frequently use; for example:  SimplyHired

Step 2) Look for the RSS feeds ICON.

Right click and copy the RSS feed via “Copy link location”. That RSS link is now on your computer’s clipboard.

Step 3) Open your iGoogle dashboard, and in the upper right hand side click on the “Add Stuff” link.

Click on “Add feed or gadget” in the lower part of the left column.  You will see an open box screen where you can paste in the RSS url that in in your computer clipboard.

Repeat for each of job board (with an RSS feed option) you want to be part of your iGoogle Search screen.

Add a gadget or two. There are a lot of other gadgets out there made specifically for iGoogle, and you can find all of them with the “Add Stuff” link. Some of them can help with your job search, like the Indeed.com job search gadget

Add Custom Twitter Search

The first step is to go to search.twitter.com and test a few search phrases to see which results work well.

Copy the RSS link for your search. In the upper right corner of twitter search results page you’ll see a link that says “Feed for this query.”   Right click on that link and copy it to your clipboard, like we did with each of the job boards.

Done!

Now you’ve got both customized job board feeds and specific twitter search results showing in one place.

Bonus Information

A link to refer to for more information:    http://tinyurl.com/yzsv85l … this “How To”  link for help is an excellent blog post with superb detail on how to create a job-search dashboard, from setting up a new dedicated tab to adding searches for everywhere from your favorite job boards to Twitter.

I admit that I had been reluctant to use Facebook for job searching for a year now.  Just recently I decided to join Facebook and see if it has features which might be useful to me.

One of the reason Facebook is so important as a job search tool is because most businesses (who are net savy and know the power of web) are already there. And many recruiters  are constantly checking social networking sites to reach out to potential candidates, and Facebook is a platform they always check for your presence or lack thereof.

Here are my findings:

I set up my Facebook Profile to be only about my work and my career goals. I am using my professional photo and my updates are relating to the SaaS field (which is my job search focus) and for certain job searching ideas I am finding.  And yes, my Job Searching blog (the site you are on now) is listed on my Facebook Profile.  My family and friend are finding me on Facebook so I am accepting these friends as well as my networking contacts whom I have met and know.

Key Facebook Tips for the Job Seeker

• Review your Profile and decide what you want business contacts or prospective employers to see.
• Create a simple profile with minimal graphics and widgets.
• Choose your Friends wisely. (note: your Friends can see information about your other Friends in your Profile)
• Post content relevant to your job search or career.
• Use Facebook email to build relationships with your Friends.
• Limit the photos you post.

Facebook Search

When you search for a key word or phrase on Facebook, you can narrow it down to people, pages, groups, link, etc.  This provides a wide range of options as to who to network with and reach out to.  For instance, if you are looking for jobs related to “SaaS” you can simply search for that term and connect with people in that particular field. You can search for people who are application developers and system implementators; or merely search for links that have the word “SaaS” in them. This allows you to connect with like minded people and build a relationship with them which can help you find a job later. Also if you are searching for links, you might find a job where someone is looking for an SaaS implementator.

Additionally, you can also find links to blog posts or job openings for “SaaS.” To find links that contain the word “SaaS” simply click on “posts by friends” or “posts by everyone” on the left. Once you click either one based on your preference, you can now search for links, wall updates or Facebook notes that have the word “SaaS” in them.

Facebook Pages and Groups

Two very important features of Facebook are “Facebook Pages” and “Facebook Groups.” These features allow you to join a group of people with similar interests, or simply provide an opportunity for you to learn more about a company or connect with recruiters via Facebook.  Key tip: let others know that you are available. Your active participation and engagement in these groups will help recruiters determine whether you are a good fit when there is a job opening.

One thing to keep in mind when joining groups and pages is that you want to narrow down as much as possible based on your field of expertise.  Make sure to be an active user in these groups because when a job opportunity becomes available, recruiters looking for professionals will definitely look into specific groups and pages to see who they can contact based on their participation and skills.

Also Facebook has many groups and pages for career minded individuals as well as recruiters. Use the word “recruiter” when searching and you should be able to find many groups and pages. Choose the ones that seem active and start participating.

Facebook Applications

Facebook now has over 10,000 Applications in the directory! – some of which are great for job hunters on Facebook.  I am listing 5 here the ones I view as most useful for you:

Easy CV – Easy CV is an add-on to the famous on-line resume service.  It allows you to add a short summary of your resume on your Facebook Profile and a dedicated page for the complete CV.  Recruiters can download your resume directly from your Facebook profile. If you are following and reaching out to the right people, applications like these can be a huge boost for your job search.  Your resume can be placed in these formats: PDF, MS Word or video.

Indeed – Job Search – Find jobs where your friends work. Search millions of jobs from thousands of job sites and company career pages. Receive job proposals and resumes from your profile page.testimonials

My LinkedIn Profile – Promote your LinkedIn account with a badge on your Facebook profile.

Business Cards – Business Cards will help you network better on Facebook.  Personalize your card and attach it to your Facebook messages! View postings and network with others!

Professional Profile – Create a professional profile on Facebook. With one-click,professionalupload your resume in or import your LinkedIn profile and recommendations. Get recommendations from friends. See resumes in your network.

Facebook Marketplace

This is a feature that you can check to see if it is useful to you.  You can find the link to Facebook Marketplace at the bottom left of the main page.  After you click on the marketplace icon you will be directed to a page which shows listings such as for sale items, housing, jobs, etc. To find more jobs simply click on jobs and you will be able to see all the jobs listed in the marketplace.

Facebook Ads

This is a cost item within Facebook.  You may find this to be beneficial to your job search.  Reason: you can target your ads and pin point who sees them. Although these ads may not land you a job, the fact that for $10 or $15 dollars you can be seen more than 20,000 times, it’s certainly an option to consider.

Conclusion

If you are going to use Facebook as a job search tool, be sure your Facebook Profile is professional  (limit the pictures you post and the updates you make) for viewing by recruiters and hiring managers. Basic rule: always watch the content you post. You never know who will see your information in the future.

An option to consider: if you are uncomfortable setting up a personal page then create a second Facebook account for a more professional use and keep the two separate.

By subscribing to a Job Search / Job Board RSS feed and then checking your Reader, you may never visit the job website again!   I repeat….FOR ALL YOUR JOB SEARCHING – on Craigslist, on SimplyHired, on Indeed and other sites … just set up Google Reader …. and see the most recent the job postings – daily.

What is a RSS Feed? A website page content can contain a web feed formats used to publish frequently updated works—such as blog entries, news headlines, audio, and video—in a standardized format.  RSS (most commonly translated as “Really Simple Syndication” but sometimes “Rich Site Summary”) includes full or summarized text, plus metadata such as publishing dates and authorship.

To learn about RSS Feeds, watch this You Tube:

Click here to view the embedded video.

Why is this a good thing? Well, it benefits a website publisher by allowing a content to be pushed out automatically.  It benefits the web surfer (YOU) to receive timely updates from favored websites or to aggregate feeds from many sites into one place. It keeps your inbox from being cluttered and is much easier to keep track of new jobs listings, for example.  An RSS reader allows me to do that without having to go to dozens of websites to see if they’ve got anything new!

What is Google Reader? To view RSS feeds, you need to use an application called a reader. There are many readers available, such as Google Reader. Firefox and Internet Explorer can also be used as an RSS reader.

To learn about Google Reader, watch this You Tube:

Click here to view the embedded video.

Google Reader is a decidedly simple yet very usable and, thanks to a flexible labeling system, quite comprehensive web-based RSS feed reader.

You can even share items easily right from within Google Reader.  And remember, they stay there, so it’s easy to look up a job posting you remember slightly from 3 months ago that seems to be running again.

Google Reader then lets you group and read feeds by label and you can read all items designated with a certain label, too. If you label somewhat consistently, Google Reader offers a high level of organization. Of course, you can search all your items, a particular folder or subscriptions, or all articles carrying a certain tag.

My Categories are:

• Job Search
• News
• Photography
• Social Media
• Thinkers
• Blogs I’m Following

You will be pleasantly surprised with Google Reader!  I highly recommend using it routinely to make your time in front of your computer screen more pleasant.

Final tips:

• Use Google reader to manage your own source documents – set up a searchable personal knowledge base
• The links and summaries you load in the Google Reader will remain there forever.
• Share what you find with others- inside the Reader – so you are then networking within the Reader
• Follow (sounds like Twitter) folks’s shared reader items and see their comments as well.
• Become a subject matter expert (SME) with the Reader

Background Reading about the Google Reader:  http://www.google.com/help/reader/tour.html

For job seekers, this is an excellent way to find job opportunities and job search tips for your resume, interviews, company contacts, etc.  Whether you are seeking career advice or job opportunities, developing your personal brand, taking the next step in your career or simply just want to keep track of news and updates from the career industry – use the hashtag method of searching on Twitter.

A couple of key points about hashtags before the list of 90 hashtags:

• A hashtag is not a source of tweets; it is a way to label (tag) tweets so they can be easily pulled together.
• It is important to use hashtags only when you add value to the topic; the the point in a hashtag is that Tweets are supposed to be more informative and relevant.
• A hashtag is nothing more than a character string inserted into a tweet, it’s something that you can search on – in Twitter:

1. Go to Twitter Search.
2. Search for a hashtag you want to track. Include the “#” in your search query. Here’s a search for #jobhunt
3. Keep that page open in a browser tab, and refresh it periodically to see the latest results. Or subscribe to the feed for your search in your feed reader, and check there occasionally for updates.

I use hashtags in my Twitter account;  while I have picked out a few from this list to use, here are 90 hashtags specific to job searching:

1. #areallygoodejob
2. #avoidthisjob
3. #benefits
4. #business
5. #candidate
6. #career_change
7. #career_coach
8. #career_evolution
9. #career_fair
10. #career_suicide
11. #careerchange
12. #careering
13. #careerism
14. #careers
15. #coaching
16. #compensation
17. #Consultant
18. #crealism
19. #creative
20. #CV
21. #dreamjob
22. #employee
23. #employer
24. #employer-branding
25. #employers
26. #employment
27. #employment_trends
28. #employment-counselor
29. #employments
30. #entrepreneur
31. #exec
32. #executive
33. #finance
34. #franchise
35. #freelance
36. #gettingthegig
37. #greenjobs
38. #happy_2_be_employed
39. #hireme
40. #hiring
41. #hired
42. #home-employment
43. #hotjobs
44. #hr
45. #humanresources
46. #internship
47. #interview
48. #interviews
49. #interviewing
50. #interviewmistake
51. #jobadvice
52. #jobangels
53. #jobhunt
54. #jobless
55. #joblisting
56. #jobposting
57. #jobposting
58. #jobs
59. #jobsearch
60. #jobsearching
61. #jobshouts
62. #jobtips
63. #laidoff
64. #management
65. #marketing
66. #needajob
67. #norestfortheself-employed
68. #pay
69. #personalbranding
70. #pre-employment
71. #recruiter
72. #recruiting
73. #recruitment
74. #resume
75. #resumes
76. #rtjobs
77. #sales
78. #salesjobs
79. #self-employed
80. #sustainable-employment
81. #thejobsguy
82. #too_much_work
83. #training
84. #tweetmyjobs
85. #unemployed
86. #unemployment
87. #wirelessjobs
88. #work-life
89. #work-life-balance
90. #WSJcareers

Where you can find about what hashtags people are using:

#hashtags.org is the first place to find most recent / popular hashtags.  The link also shows each hashtag popularity trend when you hover over.

Many people outside of the online marketing realm, unless they are under 25 years old, have difficultly understanding the concept.

In a nutshell, Social media is Web 2.0, or interacting with others online.  Web 1.0 was all about showcasing oneself, while Web 2.0 involves a sense of community and openness in which the line between author and reader is blurred.

Savvy businesses and organizations are beginning to utilize social networks to interact with current and prospective clients or customers, introduce new products and services, and launch viral campaigns to involve its market.  Businesses are able to communicate directly with target markets and monitor what others are communicating about its brand or service.

Most organizations are recognizing the value of social media but clueless how to use it.  A job seeker who understands Web 2.0 automatically can have an edge over the competition.  If a company is on Twitter or Facebook, job seekers can get a pulse on what that company values.

To understand what social media is, consider the six main categories:

• Social Networks. In general, these sites allow users to build a profile, connect with friends, and interact with others who have similar interests on the site.  The most popular social networks are MySpace and Facebook.  For business use, LinkedIn is a rapidly growing network of professionals.
• Blogs and Micro-blogs. Blogs are probably the most popular form of social media because they existed before Web 2.0.  Many people write blogs to convey their expertise on a subject, review products, report news, or simply as a diary for all to see.  On the flip side, blogs have become a recognized news source.  The social aspect of blogs involves reader comments and sharing.  Micro-blogs, like Twitter, allow for immediate posting and more interaction.
• Social Bookmarking. Social bookmarking sites such as Delicious, Digg, StumbleUpon and Diigo, allow users to access their bookmarks from any computer and share them with others.  Rather than bookmarking a Web page in your Internet browser, you can save it on Delicious to access it from anywhere and give your network access to your favorite articles and Web sites.
• Video Sharing. Popular video site, YouTube, has become almost synonymous with online videos.  Not only are videos entertaining, they are also highly searchable.  Other video sharing networks include Blip.tv, Dailymotion, Hulu and Yahoo! video.
• Podcasts. These include audio or visual files that are available through subscriptions.  Podcasts can be live presentations, webinars, teleseminars, radio shows or anything that contains and audio or video file.  iTunes is a hub for all genres of podcasts and anyone can submit a file to be heard around the world.
• Wikis. These websites contain user-generated content and allow people to add or revise information about a given subject.  Pages become communal documents in an online database.  The best know wiki is Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia that anyone can edit.  Other wikis include About.com and Squidoo.

The common thread in each of these social mediums is content creation and distribution.  New media users are not selfish with their ideas or work, instead they share their work with all of their networks through syndication.   Applications like Ping.fm make the distribution process simple, so that content can be disseminated to a number of networks at once.

You can become new media savvy if you remember the following steps: Create, Syndicate, Comment, Repeat.  Use this to your advantage during the job hunt to connect directly with your prospective employers or blow them away with your knowledge during an interview.

Source: Anne Carr, Account and Social Media Director at Bolt Public Relations

You will have your own URL …  here is mine:  (http://www.visualcv.com/ronproctor)

The VisualCV resume looks like a typical resume with your work history, education, achievements, and awards.  Watch this video for a quick overview of VisualCV to learn why you would want to create a VisualCV and how it can help you in the job search.  Notice that the right side of the VisualCV page can include a video, links, references, and other information you would like to highlight.

Click here to view the embedded video.

VisualCV is a free online web portfolio, with a variety of social media type features.  When you set up a VisualCV resume you will extend the value of your existing resume to include a variety of other documents. You will consolidate all your documents into one online location where they are easily accessible to employers and hiring managers – no need for them to open email attachments.

You can add sparkle to your VisualCV with pop-ups, embedded documents, images, photos, videos, audio, links to your blog or other online published works, or your LinkedIn and other online networking groups badges.

A few examples if the functionality of a VisualCV resume:

• Embed a photo of your last CEO awarding you the President’s Club award last year.
• Show examples of the clean, elegant software code you write.
• Include your outstanding writing samples, articles, artwork, or designs.
• Embed any of the following type of files: .doc, .pdf, .ppt, .jpg, .gif, .png, .mov, .wmv and more.

Other benefits include:

• Control access to your VisualCVs through privacy settings, and share with recipients you choose – companies, colleagues, customers, and friends.
• Develop as many versions of your VisualCV as you want, each with a unique privacy setting, to share with distinct groups.
• Track who is looking at your VisualCV and when.
• Share your VisualCV with a growing number of major companies and employers who have a VisualCV presence, such as Amazon, Sun Microsystems, Duke University, Dayak, Perot Systems, and Citrix.
• Access the growing VisualCV Marketplace of career services providers – Certified VisualCV Creators, resume writers, career coaches, and recruiters.

Whoever reviews your VisualVC will be aided by real-time, value-add information:

• Mouse over companies listed in your VisualCV and they pop up with live, rich data through VisualCV’s partnerships with Standard & Poor’s Capital IQ and Dow Jones’ VentureSource.
• Mouse over college names to pop up rankings via exclusive partnerships with Princeton Review and QS Quacquarelli Symonds.
• Industry-specific terms describing your experience expand into definitions, with pop-ups from a variety of sources.

OK, so how do you create VisualCV?

Begin by registering with VisualCV, then follow the directions to set up your resume. If you already have a resume you can cut and paste from that and then add to it from within VisualCV’s system. Or, you can start from scratch using the VisualCV resume builder. You just upload the files you want to include into a portfolio and select which files you want to include in each of your VisualCVs.

VisualCV as a professional “show and tell” for the 21st century. It brings you, your skills and background to 3-dimensional life with video, images, informational pop-ups and examples of your work

Examples of completed VisualCV resumes:

• http://www.visualcv.com/davidhahn
• http://www.visualcv.com/jsikora
• http://www.visualcv.com/jessicaforrester
• http://www.visualcv.com/eyj2000
• http://www.visualcv.com/halliehmoore
• http://www.visualcv.com/davidalexander
  

More information:

VisualCV is not a video resume but you can include video to supplement the basic content of your traditional resume.

Do look professional. Remember, this is the hiring manager’s first impression of you and you want it to be perfect. Try to create a professional background for your video, like an office, dress appropriately, and speak eloquently.

Don’t try to do the presentation unrehearsed. You don’t want your video to become an office joke; you want it to be your ticket to an interview. Write an outline and practice your speech in front of the mirror a few times before recording.

Do keep it short …  think about the fact that hiring managers are looking at hundreds of pieces of paper every day. What are you going to show them in your video that is going to get their attention and keep it?   One way is to answer questions you anticipate they’ll ask in your first you interview.

Don’t use a video resume as a standalone. A video resume can’t take the place of the traditional resume entirely.

Do include video references from coworkers or managers to supplement the video in your VisualCV resume (See a tip from the WSJ on video references). Including references provides employers a better picture of who you are and what you’ll bring to the company. Plus it saves time for both of you after the first interview. What better way to make a great impression on the hiring manager than to save them time and money?

Louise Kursmark offers her tips in The Insider’s Guide to VisualCV.

Why create a VisualCV ?

Put Your Best Self Forward

Your VisualCV ensures you’ll stand out for all the right reasons by providing your contacts and potential employers with a polished, multi-dimensional profile.

Cut To The Chase

Your VisualCV completely streamlines the job search and hiring process. Use it to:

• Provide employers with a complete representation of your talents.
• Speed up the process. Interactive web features automatically eliminate research and validate candidates.
• Replace the first interview. Standard screening process questions are answered through video or audio files that are housed on the Web.

Check the VisualCV blog for more insight into this tool -  blog !!