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Used correctly, job interview “extras” such as portfolios, presentations and 30/60/90-day plans can make your interview more memorable and convincing – and make you stand out as the candidate who goes the extra mile. Portfolios aren’t just for artists. Portfolios – whether online or physical – aren’t just for “creative” professionals like graphic designers and [continue reading…]
One of the most powerful ways to use LinkedIn for job search is to proactively contact managers who could, now or in the future, give you a job. Here’s how to reach out to a hiring manager on LinkedIn, either to pursue a current opening or to seek an informational interview.
[continue reading...]There are some dangerous misunderstandings about how job references work. Let’s clear up these myths. Myth #1: Employers will only contact the persons you include in your references list. Not true. Many will contact others; it’s neither illegal nor particularly difficult. They can even discover and contact past employers you haven’t listed on your resume [continue reading…]
Have you had a good interview and then been ghosted? If you never heard back after the interview, here’s what to do.
[continue reading...]Look at it this way: what carries more weight to a prospective employer – your opinion about yourself (as expressed in your profile, resume, etc.), or what your past managers and customers say about you? If you don’t have recommendations, request some (and give some, while you’re at it!). Here are six smart ways to [continue reading…]
