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Along with writing a winning resume - and impressing them at the job interview - starting off on the right foot on the hunt for a new or better position is one of the most important moves of your career.

Getting a good job is not usually a matter of luck or an accident. Like any other success, the lucky break comes after plenty of hard work and preparation.

Check out a host of online resources for fitting your skills and experience to the job, going beyond the "click and submit" method, along with timely tips on where to look and how to apply.

Otherwise tired of working for someone else, and looking to turn a hobby into a full time business? We've got it covered.

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Say Thanks for the Interview

Schmooze or lose. Find out how to get ahead of the pack with job hunting etiquette tips that will get you noticed - and just may result in the job of your dreams - starting with a simple "thank you"....

Jobs without a College Degree

There are still plenty of opportunities for good paying careers with hefty starting salaries even if you only have a high school diploma or GED. Find out where to make the cash without the sheepskin ...

Top Job Hunting Tips & Resources Around the Web:

The Riley Guide - First stop for job search prep, this site is a goldmine of resources with info for preparing the job search, executing a job hunting campaign, targeting and research, networking, interviewing and negotiating, salary guides and job listings. Expert advice to get you set for success.

JobHuntersBible.com - From the author of What Color Is Your Parachute? offering a step-by-step guide for learning how to use the Internet to your advantage on the hunt plus lots more on resumes, cover letters, salary information and links to the best sites for researching companies, fields and geographical areas, related feature articles and resources.

Headhunters Directory - One-stop browsing for headhunters, recruiters and employment agencies in the U.S., Canada and U.K.

The Best General Job Web Sites for Job Seekers - A good starting point for the online job hunt with links by category to the best job sites, resume distribution services, classifieds, job search engines, best companies, recruiter directories and associations along with more resources for the adventurous at cool, unusual and seasonal jobs.

Tapping the Hidden Job Market - An extensive tutorial to networking - with former colleagues and managers, alumni and career-related associations, and in online message boards - with other tips and tricks to getting your foot in the door, courtesy of Job-Hunt.org.

Wet Feet.com - Wondering what skills to emphasize in your cover letter and resume? This is the place to find out with clear overviews of job responsibilities for dozens of positions from accounting to Web development. Tool around the rest of this top resource site for more on company profiles, salary data and related articles on resumes and cover letters.

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