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by XOXMSperfect on June 10th, 2008

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I've been looking for a job for a while now, and everywhere I look it will say "experience required/preferred", but how am i supposed to get experience in that area if noone will hire me WITHOUT experience?

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  • by Anonymous on June 10th, 2008

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    And thus you encounter the dreaded "catch 22"...

    The only thing I can suggest is either pad your resumee or try the military for a few years.

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  • by TheGetAJobBookdotcom on March 1st, 2009

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    I don't know what sort of position you're looking for, but here are a few general tips:

    Don't pad your resume. It's easier than ever to check the facts these days, and background checks are routine for new hires in many companies. Never ever lie on your resume - if you do and are found out, you will likely get fired, plus your credibility is damaged.

    If you're fresh out of school, you can show how you gained experience through class projects, research for papers, and any volunteer organizations you were part of.

    You can also gain experience through freelancing, volunteering at a nonprofit, registering with www.elance.com, or starting your own business.

    To your success,

    David B. Wright
    Author, Get A Job! Your Guide to Making Successful Career Moves
    http://www.thegetajobbook.com
    http://jobs.therecruiterslounge.com

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