Category: Frequently Asked Questions
Look Before You Leap: How to Transition into the Non-Profit Sector
Many job seekers approach me for help in transitioning to the non-profit sector. I’m always...
Read MoreHow to Respond to “You’re Overqualified” (Too Much of a Good Thing)
‘Tim’ thought the interview went really well. He was pleased when the HR person confirmed that the team liked him. So he was was astonished to hear this: “they were so impressed, they wondered why you would...
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How to Dress for Interviews at Different Kinds of Workplaces
A first impression sets the stage for how people will perceive you as a candidate for that job you...
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How to Talk to a Recruiter When S/he Has 2 Jobs You Want
A client is being interviewed by a recruiter for a job she’s not very excited about....
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Are Cover Letters Really Dead?
“Cover letters are dead!” scream headlines from Forbes and Fast Company. Is that true?...
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5 Strategies to Improve Your Job Search
Focus your resume and LinkedIn profile on your impact. Hiring managers and recruiters care about...
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3 Questions to Ask A Potential Employer
Job interviews freak many people out. Many candidates focus almost entirely on what the employer...
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5 Ways to Increase Your Visibility on LinkedIn
You need to be “top of mind” among your network when you’re looking for a new...
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7 Tips for How to Decode a Job Description
Job descriptions contain all sorts of information about a job, beyond describing the...
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Square Pegs into Square Holes: This is What “Right Fit” Job Means
I began using the term “right fit” job about 6 years ago, referring to work that fits...
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How an Executive Search Firm Places Candidates (Guest Post)
Recently, clients have asked me how recruiters work. And lo and behold, I received an email...
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Should You Apply For a Position if You Don’t Meet One Requirement?
I just got an email from a client wondering if she should apply for a job that is right in her...
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