A resume is a resume is a resume, right? Not so fast! You can’t simply send out the same resume, time and again, for every job opening and expect the best results – namely, a call for an interview. These days, you need to have one resume that you tailor for different audiences; or possibly…
When it comes to job interviews, there are lots of questions that might make you squirm. However, they are perfectly acceptable for a hiring manager to ask. That said, there are actually questions that are asked often – yet are out of bounds and even illegal. For instance, an employer can ask questions related to…
Writing a resume that gets results is a challenge for most people. Yet, it’s imperative if you want to get hired. So how can you tell if you’ve made your case and created a resume that stands stronger against other candidates? You need to make sure yours is optimized, easy to read, and compelling. Ask…
Writing a resume is hard enough. But in today’s world you have to write it for human beings and for the Applicant Tracking Systems that screen them first. Where do you even begin? While it’s tempting to just ignore the ATS and focus on hiring managers, this isn’t a smart approach. In fact, 75% of…
While the pandemic took a toll on nearly every aspect of life and work, one area that got a big boost was telecommuting. If you could work from home, chances were you did – and for a long time. Since then, a PwC survey found that 72% of workers who worked remotely during the pandemic…
This is a candidate’s market and a great time to be looking for a new job. Pay is up. There’s a huge increase in job openings. And employers desperately need good people. So, if you’re interested in making a career move, then now’s the time to do it. Here are 12 steps you can take…
Your resume plays a big part in your job search success. Without a strong one, you won’t get calls for an interview. Yet, if you’re not a resume expert, it’s easy to make a mistake that can cost you an interview. Just one simple misstep can send the wrong message to a hiring manager. How…
Looking for a new job? If it’s been a while since your last search, there are some trends to know about first, especially when it comes to your resume. While a traditional resume is still important to have, you also need to take a more dynamic approach online. When you use social media to showcase…
There’s a lot of confusion about one small element of a resume: the objective. Certain experts say it still needs to be included, while others advise you to avoid it altogether. What’s the right answer? Do you write an objective or simply skip it?
Your LinkedIn profile is akin to your online resume. If you don’t invest some time and effort into it – or worse, don’t have one – you could lose out on a job opportunity.
