You’re in the midst of your job search and find an opportunity that sounds like a great fit. The trouble? The posting doesn’t give you the hiring manager’s name. Or, even if it does, do you use their first name – or “Mrs.” “Ms.” or “Mr.” – in the salutation?
When a hiring manager posts a job, they get inundated with dozens of resumes within hours. It’s a lot for them to go through. That’s why when you submit yours, you want to ensure they can scan it quickly and that it stands out effectively in a sea of other candidates. Where do you begin?…
Getting rejected for a job opening is bad enough. But at least you know where you stand. What’s worse is when you hear nothing at all. While it happens to even the most experienced candidates, if it’s happening to you time and again, it’s a sign something is wrong in your approach. To help you…
When you’re looking for a new job, your resume plays a central role. But if you’re not an expert, it can be daunting to create one that’s effective and gets results. That’s where a resume writing service can help. In fact, when you choose to work with one, they can offer you a variety of…
When it comes to your resume, what you say is critically important; so is how it looks. If it’s cramped, has an unusual font or doesn’t make use of boldface type or bullet points, it’s going to be tough for a hiring manager to read. Even if you’re the most qualified candidate, you won’t get…
Feeling stuck in your career? Don’t love your field like you used to? Ready to make a change in a completely different direction? It can be both scary and exciting. However, one thing that’s for sure, a career coach can help to facilitate the transition, so it’s less stressful and you’re more successful. When you…
For candidates at all levels, one of the most challenging aspects of the search is dealing with employment gaps. Whether they happened due to a life experience or a layoff, they’re tough to explain. More than that, they serve as a red flag for hiring managers, which can impact your job search success.
You have years of experience, deep expertise, and an unparalleled work ethic. The last thing you’d expect to deal with during your job search is age discrimination on your resume. However, in today’s world, with more and more people working well into their 60s and 70s, it could be a reality for you.
Looking for a new job? You know you need to tailor your resume to each potential employer. But what exactly does that means and what areas should you focus on?
Imagine you’re a hiring manager. You post a job opening and get hit with hundreds of resumes in a matter of days. How much time would you spend reviewing each one?
