by ResumeSpice | Nov 5, 2025 | Cover Letter Tips
When you’re deep in your job search, you might spend hours perfecting your resume and selecting the right cover letter format — only to pause at the very first line. How should you address your cover letter if you don’t know who to address it to?
Starting your cover letter with “To Whom It May Concern” might feel safe, but it can also make you sound detached or impersonal. In a hiring landscape, where hiring managers read dozens (if not hundreds) of cover letters every week, showing initiative and personalization makes a big difference.
by Anna Bissonett | Oct 21, 2025 | Resume Writing
Your resume font might seem like a small decision, but it plays a major role in how your resume stands out to both hiring managers and the applicant tracking system (ATS). The right font makes your resume look professional, polished, and easy to read, while the wrong one can make your document appear cluttered, outdated, or hard to scan.
If you’ve been wondering what font should you use for your resume, here’s your go-to guide for choosing the best typeface, font size, and overall resume format to make your resume shine — on screen, on paper, and in the hands of your next employer. Let’s take a look!
by Anna Bissonett | Oct 14, 2025 | Candidates
Quiet hiring happens when a company fills roles internally, assigning existing employees or current employees new or expanded duties instead of bringing in new hires. It’s one of the latest workplace trends shaping how people and employers alike think about advancement.
For motivated professionals, quiet hiring can be a career springboard. For others, it can create uncertainty about workloads, employee expectations, or job satisfaction. Here’s how to recognize it, make it work for you, and ensure you’re positioned for career growth in a changing landscape.
by Anna Bissonett | Oct 1, 2025 | Candidates, Job Search Tips
If you’ve ever felt like job hunting is a job in itself—you’re not wrong. Between tailoring your resume, writing cover letters, handling job applications, building professional connections, interview prep, and tracking follow-ups, the job search process can become overwhelming quickly. Add in the challenge of maintaining a healthy work life balance, and it’s no wonder many job seekers worry about burnout or dips in mental health during their job search journey.
But here’s the truth: being organized isn’t just about neatness—it’s a strategic advantage. When you stay organized, you reduce stress, maintain momentum, and make smarter decisions about which job opportunities to pursue. A strong tracking system, intentional scheduling, and proactive follow-up habits can transform confusion into clarity—and help you land the right job more efficiently.
by ResumeSpice Team | Sep 23, 2025 | Interviewing
When it comes to job interviews, most people focus on preparing their answers to common questions—and that’s important. But there’s another part of the interview that can make just as big of an impact: the moment when the hiring manager asks, “Do you have any questions for us?”
This is your chance to stand out. Thoughtful, well-prepared questions show that you’re genuinely interested in the role, curious about the company, and already imagining yourself as part of the team. They also help you make sure the job is the right fit for you—not just on paper, but in practice.
by Anna Bissonett | Sep 18, 2025 | Candidates, Interviewing
If you’ve ever been in a job interview and heard the question, “Tell me about a time when…” you know how quickly the spotlight shifts to you. Behavioral interview questions ask you to recall real situations from your career, explain the choices you made, and highlight the results. They can feel intimidating if you haven’t thought through your stories ahead of time.
The upside is that these questions are also a great opportunity. A behavioral interview gives you the chance to share the qualities that don’t always come through on a resume — how you solve problems, adapt when things change, and use your communication skills to build strong relationships.
by Anna Bissonett | Sep 10, 2025 | LinkedIn Tips, Personal Branding
Are you ready to take your LinkedIn profile to new heights? In today’s competitive job market, and with millions of active platform users, having a well-crafted and optimized profile is more important now than ever. It’s time to unlock the full potential of your professional brand and make a lasting impression. In this comprehensive guide,…
by Anna Bissonett | Sep 9, 2025 | Candidates, Personal Branding
In the world of work, the idea of staying in one field for decades feels increasingly outdated. More and more professionals are embracing a career pivot—a purposeful shift into a new role, industry, or field that builds on existing skills and experiences. Unlike starting over completely, a pivot allows you to reframe your background in a way that better aligns with your passions, values, and goals.
The key to a successful pivot isn’t leaving your past behind—it’s rebranding yourself. By showcasing your transferable skills, highlighting relevant accomplishments, and leveraging your professional network, you can craft a compelling story that connects your current skills to your desired future.
by Anna Bissonett | Sep 3, 2025 | Candidates, Job Application Tips, Personal Branding, Resume Writing
You’ve found a role that excites you—the responsibilities line up with your career goals, and the company seems like a great fit. But as you read through the job description, doubt starts to creep in. You notice a few job requirements you don’t meet. Maybe it’s a specific software, a certain number of years of experience, or a certification you don’t have. Suddenly, you’re asking yourself the question almost every job seeker faces at some point: Should I apply if I don’t meet all the qualifications? The short answer is yes.
The long answer is a bit more nuanced—and that’s what this blog is all about.
by ResumeSpice Consultant | Sep 3, 2025 | Candidates
Times are tough and the economy is uncertain. If you’re wondering if you should polish your resume, it certainly couldn’t hurt. If you do feel the need to launch a search for a new job in 2025, you’ll have your resume ready to go, so you can hit the ground running. However, before you get…
