How to Write an Interview Thank-you Note that Gets You Hired

Done well, a post-interview follow-up note does more than just say “thank you.” It helps you get the job. How can an interview follow-up email make that much difference? By reminding them why you’re the right person for the job. Can they have forgotten this so soon, the day after the interview? Sure, especially if they […]

Social Proof: A Job Seeker’s Secret Weapon

Most job seekers are leaving one of their most powerful tools unused on the table. Social proof can convince employers to trust you, believe you – and hire you.

No time to prepare for your job interview?

A recruiter calls you today – late in the afternoon – with a “dream job” opportunity. Here’s the catch: they want to interview you at 8 AM tomorrow. You’ll have no time to prepare! What do you do? Try to buy some time. If you haven’t already agreed to it, tell them you’d love to […]

How to Turn Info Interviews into Relationships

Informational interviews are a great job search networking tactic. You can gain useful industry and company insights. More crucially, you can build relationships that may lead to being referred to hiring managers.

How can you keep in touch and continue the relationship (without being perceived as a pest)?

10 Ways to Stay Motivated in a Long Job Search

At some point, many of us find ourselves in a job search that’s taking longer than we expected. Here are some gumption-building tactics that have worked for others.