One of the least appreciated truths about job searching is that a thoughtful campaign of informational interviews can often produce results faster than simply applying for posted jobs. The reason is simple: interviews with company insiders allow you to develop relationships and insights into your target employers before a job opening ever occurs. When a [continue reading…]
You’ve heard people say informational interviews are a great thing. Problem is, they aren’t a thing.
Well, not a single thing, anyway. There are at least three different types of informationals. Each is a different animal, with different strategies to get the most benefit from them.
[continue reading...]Let’s look at how to make an interview presentation stand out and impress the hiring committee.
[continue reading...]Most job seekers simply submit their resume through the company’s online application system. That’s fine as far as it goes . . . which might not be very far, since recruiters often receive hundreds of applications. In this post I’ll tell you some great ways to get through to the decision-maker. Send Your Resume Directly [continue reading…]
Whether you’ve been staying home with children, recovering from a major illness or unemployed for any reason, getting hired after a long break can be tough. Here are 5 crucial steps to take.
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