Knock 'em Dead: The Ultimate Job Seeker's Guide (Knock 'em Dead: The Ultimate Job-Seekers' Handbook) [Paperback]

Martin Yate (Author)

Book Description

Series: Knock 'em Dead: The Ultimate Job-Seekers' Handbook | Publication Date: November 2004

After two years of recession, hiring is on the upswing. Economic expansion is expected to create job gains well into 2005. Though the job market has changed for the better, job seekers who are searching for employment using yesterday's rules are at risk of missing opportunities.

Martin Yate-America's leading advocate for working professionals-guides you through the whole process of job seeking, from assembling your resume to acing the interview to negotiating a salary. In addition, he gives you insider information on the answers you need to impress interviewers and convince them beyond a shadow of a doubt that you are the best candidate for the position.

Do you know an employer's real agenda behind questions such as:

Why do you want to work here?

What can you do for us that someone else can't?

What decisions are most difficult for you?

The newest edition of this New York Times business bestseller features the most up-to-date advice available on recent developments in the job market, as well as invaluable instruction on selecting a job search coach, networking, conducting online research, and staying motivated during the often grueling job-search process.

Knock 'em Dead 2005 teaches you how to put your finger on the pulse of today's changing job market and stay one step ahead of the competition.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Martin Yate, a resident of Savannah, GA, is the author of four other titles in the bestselling Knock 'em Dead series: Resumes That Knock 'em Dead, 6th Edition; Cover Letters That Knock 'em Dead, 6th Edition; Knock 'em Dead Management; and Knock 'em Dead Business Presentations. His previous positions include National Director of Training for Dunhill Personnel System, Inc., and Director of Personnel for Bell Industries Computer Memory Division.

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Adams Media Corporation (November 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1593371063
• ISBN-13: 978-1593371067
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.9 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,669,059 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars WOW!!! I finally have a job!!, February 23, 2006

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reader (Northeast, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Knock 'em Dead: The Ultimate Job Seeker's Guide (Knock 'em Dead: The Ultimate Job-Seekers' Handbook) (Paperback)

I highly recommend this great book for anyone looking for a job. I was unemployed for 2 years and getting interviews for only mediocre jobs and no offers. I bought this book and saw the mistakes I was making. The best jobs aren't even advertised and I was giving all the wrong answers at interviews. I took Martin Yates' advice and got 3 interviews in 1 week at great companies. His advice on what to say, and especially what not to say, gave me the confidence to handle myself better at interviews. After 2 years of unemployment, I finally landed my dream job in my preferred field. I will definately keep his book on hand and I advise anyone looking for a first time job or a better job to read it. Thank you Martin Yates!!

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE Book on Getting THAT Job!!!, March 11, 2005

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Reviewer in Virginia "Reviewer in Virginia" (Northern Virginia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Knock 'em Dead: The Ultimate Job Seeker's Guide (Knock 'em Dead: The Ultimate Job-Seekers' Handbook) (Paperback)

I am ordering this latest version to just have it nearby when I advise fellow job seekers on how to get hired.

While I am very happy in the job I have now, I have used Yate's book twice. The first time was a decade ago when I pulled a much older version of this book off my parents bookshelf and landed my first job.

2 jobs later, I was making 40k in my own business with 45k in expenses. I sold my business and used Yate's book to land my next job starting at 125k.

It's just that simple - This book is that good!!! Yate's techniques for interview preparation and actual interview taking are inspired and easy to understand.

I wowed my potential employer with my abilities and landed a salary far beyond my expectations - and it is a direct result of Yate's book.

If you want a better job paying top $, buy this book and follow it whether your making 5,6,or 7 figures!

signed, one satisfied customer!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars R Tedla, January 29, 2005

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Rajesh Tedla (Newtown, CT) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Knock 'em Dead: The Ultimate Job Seeker's Guide (Knock 'em Dead: The Ultimate Job-Seekers' Handbook) (Paperback)

This is a great book for anyone who is looking for a job or planning to make a career change. It is a great resource for those who are looking for advice and insights into interviews questions. The highlight of the book is answers to tough interview questions. I very strongly recommend the book for anyone who is actively looking for a job. It is equally helpful to the novice job seeker and the experienced job seeker. I have recommended this book to over 500 graduating students over the years and the feedback from everyone has been very positive.