Knock 'em Dead 2006: The Ultimate Job Seeker's Guide (Knock 'em Dead) (Paperback)

by Martin John Yate (Author) "THIS SECTION WILL show you how to discover, define, and package your skills and put together a comprehensive plan of attack that uses all the..." (more)
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Product Description
For 20 years, Martin Yate has advised, inspired, and reassured job seekers of every kind--helping them turn interviews into offers. Whether you’re trying to land your first entry-level job, climb the corporate ladder, or return to the workforce after a significant absence, this anniversary edition has the answers to all your questions.
The keystone book in this best-selling series, Knock ‘Em Dead, 2006 will help you find a better job, and provide key survival tips for your lifetime in the workforce.
You are the best candidate for the position—and with Martin Yate’s help, you’ll get the insider information and the answers you need convince everyone of that fact. He guides you through the whole process of job seeking—from assembling your resume to acing the interview, to negotiating a top salary.
With the latest on recent developments in the job market, 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, 2006 keeps you one step ahead of the competition—and first in line for the best jobs out there.

About the Author
America’s leading advocate for working professionals, Martin Yate, C.P.C is the author of four other titles in the bestselling Knock ‘em Dead series including Knock ‘em Dead Resumes, 6th Edition, and Knock ‘em Dead Cover Letters, 6th Edition. 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: 337 pages
• Publisher: Adams Media Corporation; 20 Anv edition (October 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1593374526
• ISBN-13: 978-1593374525
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.8 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #503,680 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

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

By	reader (Northeast, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Knock 'em Dead 2005: The Ultimate Job Seekers Guide (Knock 'em Dead) (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

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

This review is from: Knock 'em Dead 2005: The Ultimate Job Seekers Guide (Knock 'em Dead) (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

By	R Tedla (Newtown, CT) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Knock 'em Dead 2005: The Ultimate Job Seekers Guide (Knock 'em Dead) (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.