In this series, Jobscan readers ask recruiter Tejal Wagadia their most pressing job search questions. This week, Tejal focuses on when and why to apply to a company more than once and when to ask recruiters for customized feedback.
Remote Work Statistics for HR Professionals
We all know remote work has changed since 2020, but how will it move forward? In this article, we share statistics HR professionals can use to navigate the path forward with remote work.
4 Ways to Invest in your Job Search
Stop! Before you spend that tax refund on something you don’t need, why don’t you use it to invest in your job search? We’ll show you how.
10 Tips for Job Hunting with Social Anxiety
Social anxiety makes life hard, but it can make job searching even more challenging. In this post, we share tips on how to navigate this.
How to Create Your Video Resume
With all the competition, how do you stand out from other applicants? In this post, we share advice on creating a video resume as well as a few examples.
How to Navigate the Hidden Job Market
What exactly is the hidden job market? In this post, we’ll answer this question and explain how to secure positions within it.
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.
Finding Your Perfect Job Match
You deserve your perfect job match. Learn how to find a job that’ll make you want to commit.
How to Find a Job in 2021: Tips and Tricks from the Experts
It’s the question many are asking in 2021: How to find a job. In this post, we’ll help you answer that question before you find yourself in a rabbit hole of frustration.
How to Write a College Student Resume: A Guide for Recent Grads
College student resumes differ from traditional resumes in that they lean heavily upon coursework, internships, and other college-level achievements to demonstrate a candidate’s value.
3 Recruiting Trends That Will Affect Job Seekers in 2021
Each year, the recruiting industry forecasts “predictions” of what will happen in the following year. While it might seem like an interesting time to make…
How to Answer the “Tell Me About Yourself” Interview Question
There isn’t much you can feel certain about when you go to a job interview. Yet, there is at least one thing you know for…
Pursuing your Career Goals in 2021
Where do you see yourself in five years? Ten years? What are your career goals? Most of us have some form of career goals in mind—trying…
Remote Job Search Advice for 2021
With almost everyone who is able working from home during the global pandemic, there’s a definite rise in the desire for many professionals to continue…
Phone Interview Tips to Stay Calm and Speak Confidently
Meeting face-to-face for an interview is currently out of the question for most industries. However, interviews over the phone can be just as daunting as…
How to Maximize Your Job Search During the Holidays
Believe it or not, December is a great time to look for a job. It may seem counterintuitive, but a significant number of companies wrap up their fiscal year in December. This is a huge benefit to job seekers for a few reasons.
[Survey] 88% of Hiring Professionals Say Age Discrimination is a Problem
We surveyed over 100 recruiters and hiring managers and found that the vast majority (88%) believe age discrimination in hiring is a problem.
How to End a Cover Letter with a Call to Action
Writing a cover letter can feel like a struggle between simply checking all the boxes on your job application and using the opportunity to show…
Job Search Lessons from the Great Recession
Like during the Great Recession, many have lost their jobs and are now dealing with an uncertain future. Because there’s bound to be some longterm effect on the job market, we wanted to know how job seekers can best prepare themselves. We looked to the strategies that worked during the Great Recession.
COVID-19 Job Market Statistics
The job market and workplace are changing rapidly as the COVID-19 crisis forces more companies to operate remotely and layoff employees. Hiring has slowed and…