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Tom Gimbel, Founder and CEO of The LaSalle Network, a leading staffing and recruiting firm in Chicago, offers tips on the eight job search mistakes many job seekers make and how to avoid them. This presentation was originally given on Wednesday, May 13 for members of the Notre Dame Alumni Association.

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The LaSalle Network HIRE. SMARTER. STRONGER. Is Anyone Hiring?! Eight Job Search Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
Job Search Mistakes to Avoid
Mistake #1: Poor Resume Format
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Mistake #2: Emphasizing the wrong experience
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Mistake #3: Applying to everything
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Mistake #4: Not utilizing your network
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Mistake #5: Failing to prepare for the interview
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Mistake #6: Telling, not showing why you should be hired
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Mistake #7: Not asking questions
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Mistake #8: Not flexing on salary
 
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