Manila Job Hunting Tips

An "ideal job" is not something that would miraculously present itself to you. Finding it is a quest that requires an appropriate mix of effort, patience, and skills. How would you stand out from a handful of applicants who are more experienced, educated, and better-looking than you? What would it take to hear the sweet words, "Congratulations, we like to offer you the job"? Below are some job hunting tips, if you need any.

1. A Kick-ass yet Professional Resume

- Putting your favorite Friendster photo in your resume, though tempting, is not recommend.
- Your gorgeousbabe13@web.com email address? Change that to something appropriate. Remember, you want to get the attention of the boss, not some random sex offender.
- Highlight your qualifications in a detailed yet brief way. Nobody likes to read a 5-page single spaced resume.
- Check your spelling and grammer grammar.

2. "Are you free tomorrow for an interview?"

- Be honest. Tell the employer if you can make the schedule or not.
- Prepare! Search online for commonly asked questions during interview, write down your answers, and practice saying it out loud. THIS REALLY REALLY REALLY WORKS.
- Dress appropriately i.e. no jeje cap.
- Arrive 10 minutes prior your scheduled appointment.
- Bring copies of your resumes with you.
- FLAUNT YOUR PERSONALITY. Your kick-ass yet professional resume already got you halfway the quest. Employers need to see WHO YOU ARE. Be confident, think of your answers carefully, speak slowly, and please, don't piss on your chair.

3. "Do you have any questions?"


- These 5 words are very important. For chrissakes, don't tell the interviewer "I don't have any."
- There are a lot of online resources that could help you draft appropriate questions to your interviewer.

4. Say "Thank You"


- After the interview, it's a nice gesture to send a Thank You email. Sincerely show your gratitude and tell them that you are looking forward for their positive feedback.

5. Wait


- Be patient
- Pray
- If you get the job, YEY!
- If you don't get the job, to pls don't go emo. :( Reflect on what possibly went wrong and see how you could improve on your next quest.

If you are currently on a quest for an ideal job, you might want to drop by the Jobgantic Career Fair 2011. Hosted by Jobstreet.com, the number one job portal in the Philippines, this event will feature 250 top companies from here and abroad. Pre-register at www.jobstreet.com, ready your resumes, and head down to SMX Convention Centre with your game face on. This two-day event is scheduled on August 12-13, 2011, 10 am to 7 pm.

Jobgantic Fair 2011 by Jobstreet.com

For more details, visit www.jobstreet.com.

Canon Photomarathon 2010 Philippines Registration

Ready your cameras (and your fast internet connections) on Monday, October 25 2010! The online registration for Canon Photomarathon Philippines 2010 will start at exactly 1:30pm. From experience, the slots get easily filled up and the site even crashes at some point (think Cebu Pacific promo fares) because every shutterbugs want to be included in this fun event!


Things you should know about the Canon Photomarathon Philippines 2010:

1. It will happen on November 6, 2010. The base center will be at SMX Convention Center, SM Central Business Park, Pasay City
2. Successful registrants must be at the SMX at 6:30am. It will be a whole day event, ending around 11:00pm.
3. Like last year's competition, there will be a DSLR AND Digicam category. Only Canon users may register for the event
4. REGISTRATION IS FREE. Heck, EVERYTHING IS ACTUALLY FREE--food, participant kit, venue. Woot! There will even be games and raffles at night. Last year, the photomarathon event was held at Tagaytay Convention Center and Canon Philippines even provided several tourist buses for the participants to use. Awwww, thanks Canon Marketing Phils. Inc.!!!

Big prizes are up for grabs! See the winning photos of Canon Photomarathon Philippines 2009 here.

To register for the 2010 marathon, visit www.canon.com.ph/photomarathon2010. The registration link will go online at exactly 1:30pm!

Youngest participant at the Canon Photomarathon Philippines 2009

Good luck !

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Entertainment shopping site Winila to Launch in IP e-Games Domination IV

Bringing you the best of online shopping, e-Game’s partner WiniLa invites everyone to its grand launch at Domination IV–the biggest online gaming event in the Philippines.

Winila is a new and exciting online auction offering daily discounts on the hottest gadgets and accessories in the market. Developed and maintaned locally, the site allows bidders to receive up to 80% savings on technology and lifestyle brands such as Playstation 3, Wii, XboX, Blackberry, iPhone, iPod, Mac Mini, Apple TV, Sony digital cameras, and Nokia mobile phones.

Just register for FREE at www.Winila.com to avail these features:

* Choose from different bid-credit packages that suits your budget
* Engage auctions that start at a price of zero
* Buy an item outright without bidding
* Use an automated Winbroker to do the bidding for you
* Ease of use with multiple bid windows
* Earn free bid credits for every friend referral

You may also experience WiniLa at the Domination IV happening on April 10, 2010 (Saturday) at the SMX Convention Center, SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City. To celebrate its grand launch, a special live auction will be held at the Winila booth for its registered users. Up for bid are i-Pods, Skullcandy headphones, Samsung 19” LCD, Sony Playstation 3 Slim, PSP Go, and other cool items.

Winila–Spend small, Win Big!

See you there!

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Registration for Domination IV is still open. Visit domination4.e-games.com.ph for more information.