To land that first interview, as a job seeker, it is critical to show how you are well qualified for the role you are targeting.
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Why Two Steps Forward and One Step Back Isn’t a Bad Thing
Two steps forward, one step back. We use this phrase to express our frustration when our efforts aren’t yielding results or when progress made feels
Why Now Is NOT the Time to Put Your Job Search on Pause
Once the Thanksgiving tryptophans take over, it easy to consider taking the next few weeks off. In fact, many job seekers consider now the perfect
A Tale of 3 Job Searches: One Job Seeker’s True Story of (finally!) Learning How to Land Quickly
Over the course of the last decade, I’ve supported “Joe” during 3 separate job searches. While he fortunately landed a new role each time –
6 Key Criteria for Figuring Out Your Next Best Career Move
Consider this when you are thinking about making a career change: Every job you take is a step forward in your career. Or, a step
AI-Powered One-Way Video Interviewing – How to Put Your Best Foot Forward
Along with everything else, the pandemic changed up interviewing. As a resume consultant, I noted the rise of AI-driven digital or virtual, on-demand video interview
When it Comes to Telling Your Story, Is it Worth it to Hire a Resume Writer?
Whether you are testing the waters, looking to make a career 180, struggling with job security, or are miserable in your current role, the first
Don’t Let These 4 Job Search Myths Wreck Your Job Search
At the time of this publication, there are 151,000 (7X more than last year!) LinkedIn members who call themselves “career coaches.” Over 119,000 identify as
3 Steps to Step Outside your Comfort Zone and Get Active on LinkedIn
The idea of being active on LinkedIn has been known to induce eye rolls from those who view anything other than having a complete LinkedIn
3 Ways to Take Your Resume to the Next Level in 2023
As an executive resume writer, I can attest that the job market feels squishy right now – while some sectors and companies are hiring, we’ve
Do You Have Social Proof and Is it Helping or Hurting Your Job Search Chances?
According to a 2015 AdWeek article, 92% of all recruiters will identify candidates via social media. Additionally, CareerBuilder’s 2016 annual social media recruitment survey indicated 60% of employers
How to Find a Job After a Startup or Self-Employment
Many Hats, Many Roles When it comes to staffing or hiring, no company operates more leanly than a startup. As a result, most employees end