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"Abby's insights show her in-depth understanding of the field, her knowledge of the nuances and potential pitfalls of the recruiting process and a sensitivity to both the employer and potential employees."
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Close the Deal Fridays
Fridays are great days to wrap up your work week and also to learn how to land the job of your dreams, On Close The Deal Fridays you'll learn strategies and techniques that you can use to sell yourself into success and then negotiate the best offer possible.

A Pocketbook Full of Lessons Print
Written by Abby Kohut   

Given that this past Sunday was Father’s Day, I spent quite a bit of time thinking about my dad and the lessons I learned from him at a young age. Dad was a traditionalist. He had a single job for his entire career and ended up retiring from it at age 65.  If there is such a thing as an "entrepreneurial gene" it was clearly inherited from my mother. Despite our differences, the lessons that dad taught me about the working world still ring true today.

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Your A-Team for Job Success Print
Written by Abby Kohut   

I'd like to share with you a few gems from an article written back in 2002 that still rings true today. This article reminds us that while losing a job can be a traumatic experience, whether it was planned or unplanned, we must stay positive and keep forging ahead.

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The Mystery of the Six Month Review Print
Written by Abby Kohut   

While each recruiter's primary objective is to hire good talent, they are also expected to protect their company's bottom line. This is why negotiations are complicated. You are trying to get the highest possible salary and they are trying to save the company as much money as they can. Enter the 6-month review.

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Start Your Own Fan Club Print
Written by Abby Kohut   

These days companies will not hire you simply because you answered their interview questions effectively, handed them a well laid out resume, and wore a sharp suit. More and more these days, hiring managers and HR departments want proof that you can actually do what you say you can do. That is, they want to speak to your greatest fans.

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Time is on your Side Print
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Closing the deal on a job offer is like negotiating a good price on a car; that is, you should rarely accept on the spot, even in this economy.

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Drawn from my 15 years of experience and research in recruiting and Human Resources, my blog posts are intended to provide insight into what corporate recruiters and Human Resource professionals look for when they are evaluating your qualifications. Simply reading these blogs will not guarantee you success. However, consistently applying the strategies mentioned, as well as developing your own personal interview style, will greatly enhance your chances of victory amidst the competition. I wish you the best of luck with your search as you begin to take charge of your career!