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What Do You Put in a Cover Letter?
So, what do you put in a cover letter? This post breaks down the basics as well as what to highlight in order to stand out from other candidates.
Read MoreDon’t Make These ATS Formatting Mistakes
To understand why resume formatting matters to applicant tracking systems, you first need to understand how resumes move through ATS. Here’s how it works: After…
Read MoreTop Job Search Experts to Follow on LinkedIn for 2021
When searching for a job, whose advice should you trust? In this post, we share 25 LinkedIn job search experts whose advice will help you navigate the process.
Read MoreOptimize Your Resume
Unique Resume Templates That Will Make You Stand Out
by Jessica NathPosted on
When it comes to job searching, the process can feel a bit stuffy, redundant, and bureaucratic. Let's be honest, this process doesn’t necessarily scr...
Read MoreResume Objective Statements: Examples, How-To, and FAQ
by Paige LiwanagPosted on
A resume objective statement is a short paragraph often included at the top of a resume. Not to be confused with a summary statement, the objective s...
Read MoreHow to Write a Stay at Home Mom Resume and Get Back into the Workforce
by Lise StranskyPosted on
“Mom!” “Mom...mom, mom, mom, mom...MOM!” MOOOOOOOOOMMMMMMMMM!” Being a stay at home mom is tough. It’s akin to being in the workforce with an extr
Read MoreLinkedIn for Job Seekers
Top Job Search Experts to Follow on LinkedIn for 2021
by Jessica NathPosted on
It’s that time of year again—when we release our LinkedIn Top Experts list! Each year, we compile a list of job searching experts who generously shar...
Read MoreKelly Built a Network and Landed a Job in a New City using Jobscan’s LinkedIn Optimization
by Paige LiwanagPosted on
When Kelly, a long-time software engineer, moved from Denver, Colorado to Hilton Head, South Carolina, he didn't realize how valuable having a local ...
Read MoreHow to Manage Your LinkedIn Saved Jobs
by Molly NevinsPosted on
When searching for jobs on LinkedIn, you may want to save positions of interest to come back to later. LinkedIn conveniently provides a "save" butto...
Read MoreApplicant Tracking Systems
Don’t Make These ATS Formatting Mistakes
by Paige LiwanagPosted on
To understand why resume formatting matters to applicant tracking systems, you first need to understand how resumes move through ATS. Here’s how ...
Read MoreHow to Create an ATS Resume
by Jon ShieldsPosted on
Creating an ATS-friendly resume is a highly effective way to increase your interview chances and shift the job search odds more in your favor. In thi...
Read MoreAn Inside Look at iCIMS ATS Job Applications
by Linda QuPosted on
iCIMS is a top applicant tracking system used by over 4000 companies. While it supports companies of all sizes, locations and industries, its target ...
Read MoreJobscan Stories
Jobscan: How It Started, How It’s Going
by Jessica NathPosted on
Jobscan recently surpassed one million users. From a numbers standpoint, that’s really exciting! However, it means so much more than the numbers (and...
Read MoreKelly Built a Network and Landed a Job in a New City using Jobscan’s LinkedIn Optimization
by Paige LiwanagPosted on
When Kelly, a long-time software engineer, moved from Denver, Colorado to Hilton Head, South Carolina, he didn't realize how valuable having a local ...
Read MoreHired During the Pandemic: How a Real Jobscan User Landed a Job
by Paige LiwanagPosted on
“In the midst of the pandemic, I was actually hired for a position.” Veronica from Austin, Texas had been working for the same company for more th...
Read MoreCareer Change
Career Change Ideas for Hospitality Professionals
by Molly NevinsPosted on
Whether you work at restaurants or hotels, casinos or concerts, the hospitality life is always an interesting one. But maybe you've decided to shift...
Read More14 Well-Matched Jobs for Former Teachers
by Molly NevinsPosted on
Teaching is a rewarding career and perhaps one of the most important jobs in society. Teachers often work under immense pressure and develop fine tu...
Read MoreTransitioning Careers at 40? Tips for Your Mid-Life Career Change
by Molly NevinsPosted on
We've talked about changing careers at 30 and changing careers at 50, so it seems natural to address the decade in between. Making a career change i...
Read MoreJob Search Strategy
What Do You Put in a Cover Letter?
by Jessica NathPosted on
Writing cover letters is tough. It can also feel confusing—extremely confusing. What are you supposed to say to someone you’ve never met? How are ...
Read MoreFinding Your Perfect Job Match
by Jessica NathPosted on
Roses are red, violets are blue...is your current job the best match for you? We’ve all heard the cliches about dating and job searching. In both ...
Read MoreHow to Find a Job in 2021: Tips and Tricks from the Experts
by Jessica NathPosted on
They say the definition of insanity is “doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result.” You might feel as if you...
Read MoreJobscan for Universities
How to Write a College Student Resume: A Guide for Recent Grads
by Molly NevinsPosted on
The objective of any resume is to demonstrate your skills, experience, and value to potential employers. This can be a challenge for college students
Read More2021 Career Services Advice For Recent Grads
by Jessica NathPosted on
The year 2020 changed, well, just about everything for recent grads—pretty drastically. Coronavirus invaded the world, causing millions to become ...
Read MoreTimely Career Advice for Graduates—Straight from the Experts
by Molly NevinsPosted on
Graduating college during a pandemic is certainly a unique experience and one that’s causing anxiety for many grads. How will I find a job? Are there...
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