You’re Graduating! What to Look for in Your First Job (infographic)
Graduations from college and university will take up much of the month of May. Many graduates...
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Tag: Frequently Asked Questions
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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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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How Direct Response Techniques Help Your Resume Get Noticed
When I prepare a resume for a client, I have reasons for every format element I use. My reasons...
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My Job Search is Taking SO Long! Why and What to Do
Sam Javanrouh via Compfight Someone reached out to me on LinkedIn, asking for my advice about his...
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If You Feel Stuck, Try Doing a Personal SWOT Analysis
Sometimes, job search can seem endless and sometimes people feel stuck – as though they keep...
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How to Get a Job: The ABC’s of Job Search
When I was 16, my parents told me to get a job. I had not a clue about how to do that. There was...
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How to List Jobs on Your Resume When You’re a Freelancer
There are two ways to describe your work when you work freelance or on a contract basis: List the...
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Job Search Basic: Connect to Get Advice on Your Search
Connect! Below are a couple of sample emails my clients use to get advice and help in their job...
Read MoreFAQ #10: How to Get Interviews
Question: I’ve sent out so many resumes and never get an interview. What can I do differently? While there is never a guarantee that you will get an interview, people who do these things have a much better track record of...
Read MoreFAQ #7: Why LinkedIn?
Several people have asked “Does it really matter if I have a LinkedIn profile? It seems like a repetition of my resume. Do employers even look at it?” Yes, it really matters to have a LinkedIn profile. And the best...
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