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I had forgotten how much I’ve learned in my 10+ years of studying job interviewing, resume writing and job search strategy. Then I decided to get rid of some old files from the days when I was a job seeker, myself. My conclusion: Job search skills are not inborn. They are definitely learned! I found [continue reading…]
by Thea KELLEY | September 3, 2014
While it’s commonly known that key words are crucial in your resume, few job seekers realize that it’s also true for cover letters. When you apply to jobs online, typically your cover letter is uploaded along with your resume and becomes part of your profile in the employer’s applicant tracking system (ATS). An ATS is [continue reading…]
by Thea KELLEY | August 13, 2014
Please excuse the wacky title, but I had to get your attention. Info interviews are a seriously underrated, underused tool for anyone who’s looking for a job. An informational is not a job interview. While it may be true that one out of 12 informational interviews results in a job offer, focusing on that possibility [continue reading…]
by Thea KELLEY | July 24, 2014
Have you ever wanted to send a message to a LinkedIn member you don’t know? The ways to do this – and there are several – aren’t immediately obvious. That may be a good thing, perhaps limiting how often we hear from Strangers with Potentially Annoying Messages (SPAM). (No, that’s not *really* the origin of [continue reading…]
by Thea KELLEY | June 19, 2014
How should you answer this question in a job interview? Getting it wrong can ruin your chances. One common reason for leaving is that the company is experiencing problems and you want to jump ship before it crashes on the rocks. Or maybe your boss is difficult to work with, and you go home with [continue reading…]
