Changing careers can be daunting at any age. If you are in your 40s and thinking about a career change, you may be experiencing a variety of emotions. Uncertainty, hesitation, excitement… all of these are normal. Switching your career may be a personal, financial, or professional decision; if you feel that there is another career […]
Virtual job interviews are becoming increasingly popular these days. Once they see an impressive resume, employers utilize software like Google Hangouts, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams to screen candidates. While a virtual interview is an effective way to save time and gain access to a larger applicant pool, they come with a unique set of challenges. […]
Resumes can be tricky – while you want to highlight all your accomplishments to show that you are the best candidate for the job, you don’t want to oversell yourself and risk turning off recruiters. Finding a balance is key. Think of writing a resume as marketing yourself to a potential “buyer”; no one likes […]
Resumes are like first impressions. They are your first opportunity to show a potential employer your relevant skillsets and the experience you have that make you the best fit for a position. A bad resume, however, could also leave a negative lasting impression. Send in a resume free from errors and you will impress recruiters […]
As the go-to social media site for professionals, LinkedIn serves many purposes. Some people are on LinkedIn to land a new job, while others are there to inspire, share content, and make connections. Regardless of the reason, having an impressive LinkedIn Summary can be your ticket to professional success. The summary on LinkedIn is the […]
New resume screening technology has made it so that recruiters no longer have to review every resume they receive. Many employers rely on applicant tracking systems (ATS) to evaluate resumes and eliminate those with the lowest potential. Those that pass through to the next round are then reviewed by a human recruiter. A weak resume […]
A great resume needs a strong start. First impressions matter, especially when it comes to getting hired for a new job. Employers receive many resumes each day, making them extremely busy people. This makes it even more important for your resume to stand out. Below, we’ll break down 5 simple ways to help your resume […]
The first two things everyone needs when applying for a job are an impressive resume and an engaging cover letter to go with it. Every cover letter should be specific to the position for which you are applying. If just the thought of writing a cover letter is intimidating, you are not alone. Many people […]
Hiring managers and recruiters receiver (and often ignore) hundreds of cover letters and resumes every day. To get your cover letter noticed, it is important to know how to write the perfect document. Read on to explore a few sample cover letters: Template – Career Change (From Nonprofit to Sales Development) Dear Hiring Manager, As […]
Regardless of how the economy is doing, one thing remains constant: people are always applying for jobs. No matter what stage you are at in the job application process, it is important that you have an impressive resume and an accompanying cover letter. If you are new to cover letter and resume writing, you may […]
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