My grandfather used to preach about how smart his friend’s grandson was for getting into MIT. I never even applied, but worried that without an education at a top tier university I would forever be at a disadvantage in tech compared to my Ivy League counterparts. Attending an Ivy League such as Harvard may be […]
Your professional history is the basis of your LinkedIn profile. You can create an overview of your past experience, job duties, projects, and volunteer work. Your colleagues can write you recommendations and vouch for your skill set. You can list skills that would be an asset to a potential employer. LinkedIn has a robust Jobs […]
Recruiters succeed where applicant tracking systems (ATS) fail. While ATS have the ability to store and sift through resumes based on desired skills, they alone cannot make final judgment calls about candidates. Because applicant tracking systems have flaws, thankfully, recruiters do not rely solely upon them for finding candidates. Recruiters use a variety of sourcing techniques […]
How can you be certain your job search process is not outdated? With the workplace evolving at a breakneck pace, it just makes sense that your resume should evolve, too. New resume formats are making it easier than ever to highlight the very best parts of your work experience. For one, the vast majority of resumes […]
A job interview is your best opportunity to impress your potential employer—and it’s when you’ll make or break your chances of being hired. While a lot of advice tells you what to do in an interview we’re asking what are some definite “dont’s” of the job interview process? While there are certainly a lot of […]
Unfortunately, the job market at the start of the new year is extremely competitive, and employers are often overwhelmed with job applications. The whole process can take more than several months to complete, which means it might be a while before an interview is scheduled. During this suspenseful limbo period, brush up on how to […]
Don’t wait until January to search for jobs! Get ahead of the game — and ahead of the flood of 2017 new year job applications — with a solid job search plan. It’s important to be well-prepared so that you have enough time to research positions and companies, craft solid cover letters and resumes, and […]
Searching and applying for jobs can be overwhelming and tedious. You may know of a friend or relative who’s looking for a new job and could use some assistance. The holiday season is a great time to offer a gift to help them improve their resume for job applications in the new year. Consider this […]
According to a CareerBuilder survey, 17% of hiring managers spend an average of 30 seconds looking at a resume before deciding if they’re interested in a candidate. Having too little time to read each one in depth, obvious resume red flags, like an outdated resume format, typos, or too many unmatched resume fonts, are immediately eliminated. Even those that pass […]
If you’re in a job search slump this month, you might think that a Q4 job search would be a wash. In fact, the opposite is true. Holidays and job searching go together, hand in glove. Fewer people are applying during the holidays, giving hiring managers fewer resumes to sort. Additionally, all that holiday cheer – and […]
Does this sound like you? You’re casually browsing different opportunities because your current position isn’t a great fit. Or, you’re occasionally browsing job boards, but you’re not actively sending out application packages. Even if you’re not in full job-hunting mode, it sounds like you’re almost there and could use some resume help. Here are six steps […]
During the job application process, you might end up applying for dozens of jobs. With so many opportunities – and months of wait time to hear back about positions – it’s only natural to get a little confused. The worst-case scenario: you get a call about a position you can’t exactly remember, you panic, and […]
When you’re in your late 20s, you finally have perspective on your life. You know where you want to go more clearly. At this age, you know if the job – or the career – you picked right out of college is satisfying. If your career is unfulfilling, however, your late 20s are actually an […]
If your current job isn’t satisfying financially or intellectually, you’re not alone. According to CNN Money, most people have made four job changes by the time they’re 32; Millennials in particular are likely to change jobs. You may have spent your 20s in a career that isn’t rewarding, but in your 30s, it isn’t too […]
Personal branding is what sets you apart. It’s what makes you more hirable – and more likable – than someone with similar qualifications. According to career experts, if you’re in the running for a new job, you will be Googled. Make sure you’re crafting a consistent, professional, and original personal brand across your social media […]
Informational interviews are meetings with contacts who you think could help you in your job search, either by providing information or job leads. An informational interview can make you a desirable candidate for an open job – or for one that’s about to open up. Once you’ve decided you want an informational interview, the next […]
One of the soft skills employers request the most is communication. What are soft skills and how do I demonstrate them in my job search? Soft skills are sometimes difficult to demonstrate to others because they’re personal attributes, like teamwork, punctuality, and listening skills. But during your job hunt, they’re certainly not impossible to demonstrate […]
Github has a lot of functions: you can write code, share your code, and collaborate with others on DevOps projects. But did you know that Github can also be a tool you can use to find your next position? Github is used by recruiters and managers hiring for high-level IT jobs to see what you […]
Writing a great cover letter opening statement is important. It encapsulates who you are and describes what value you can bring to the company. It encourages the hiring manager to read the rest of your cover letter. Make sure your opening statement is persuasive – and memorable – with these five tips. 1. Don’t be […]
Even if it’s the bane of your existence, networking is your best bet for getting a job. And you can be a great networker, if you remember a few simple tips. Whether you’re a networking aficionado or loathe the thought of another networking event, you can use one of these eight tips to get your […]