When it comes to creating a resume, choosing the right format can be tricky. You must highlight your skills, experience, education, and more within (preferably) one piece of paper. So, how do you decide? First, you need to think about where you are in your career. Are you a seasoned professional or a recent graduate? […]
How to Recommend Someone on LinkedIn (and How to Ask for a LinkedIn Recommendation)
Recommending someone on LinkedIn can help further their career and strengthen your professional relationship. Plus, you might just get one in return!
What To Do When You Can’t Find a Job (4 Real Problems with 4 Real Solutions)
If you’re job search is taking too long, it’s time to figure out where the issue lies: your resume, interview skills, or where you’re looking.
Resume Summary vs Objective: Which Resume Introduction is Right for You?
While objective statements are ideal for some job seekers, resume summaries work better for others. Each type of introductory statement highlights a different set of goals and serves a different purpose. And, for many job seekers, neither resume introduction statement will be the right fit. What is a resume objective statement? If you’ve been at […]
How to Research a Company for an Interview
On average, one job offer attracts 250 resumes. Of those resumes, an average of 6 candidates will get called for an interview. If you have been called for an interview, congratulations! You stood out from a huge group of applicants. However, you still need to beat out an average of five other people that the […]
Top 10 YouTube Channels for Job Seekers to Watch
You might be surprised to learn that YouTube is such an awesome resource for job seekers looking to learn more about the job search. Many of the top career experts and strategists have channels dedicated to helping job seekers succeed. Everything from resume writing to interview questions to mastering the perfect handshake can be found […]
Top 10 Podcasts for Job Seekers to Listen to
Podcasts are so in right now. From true crime stories to economics, the world of podcasts is enormous. If you haven’t listened to job search podcasts, you should give it a try. Some of the top thought leaders in the career and job search space share their personal knowledge. Many also interview other experts in […]
How 3 Real Jobscan Users Landed Their Dream Jobs
Three real Jobscan users tell us how they found success using Jobscan, what their challenges were and what they would tell other job seekers.
How to Endorse and Get Endorsements on LinkedIn
LinkedIn endorsements add validity to your online resume by backing up to your work experience. Find out how to get endorsements on LinkedIn and make your LinkedIn profile even more competitive.
How to Change Your LinkedIn URL
Your LinkedIn URL could be more useful than you probably realize. Find out how to make it work for you and how to customize it.
How to Close and Delete Your LinkedIn Account
A step-by-step guide on how to delete your LinkedIn account, how to backup your LinkedIn data before deleting your account, how to cancel LinkedIn Premium
How to Negotiate Salary
Negotiating salary is awkward, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn how to negotiate salary comfortably and confidently.
Everything You Need to Know About Job Searching on Craigslist
Job boards are an essential component to the job seeker’s toolkit. Top job boards like Indeed, CareerBuilder, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Monster allow job seekers to view new, high-quality job postings and apply for free. Most popular job board websites also offer special features, like the ability to save variations of your resume for later use […]