Helping You With Jobs
How to handle the dreaded face-to-face — and nail it. Your [[resume/CV]] looks great, you’ve polished your cover letter to perfection, and your skillset is a good fit for the job position to which you’re applying. The only thing that stands between you and a new job is the interview. If you’re among the estimated 50 percent … Read more
It happened again—“Thank you for your time, but we’ve decided to proceed with other candidates.” That’s the fourth time this month. You might be wondering, “What is going on?” There are many reasons you could be getting lots of interviews but no job offers. Usually, it’s due to some common interview mistakes. But the good news … Read more
Recruiters and hiring managers might look at hundreds of resumes a day. Yours could get lost in the shuffle if it doesn’t stand out. Using these actionable resume tips can help your application catch a reader’s attention and encourage them to take the extra time to learn more about you. Each section needs to be compelling … Read more
The best resume immediately answers a hiring manager’s most pressing question: “Does this person have the necessary skills?” You don’t have much time to answer this question, either. Recruiters scan a resume in just seven seconds to form a first impression and decide whether they’ll offer an interview. You must understand the key skills for each job application and … Read more
Developing skills for a job interview takes time and practice. You could make it a habit of doing a mock interview each week or revisit notes from past interviews to think about what you could have done differently. However you choose to practice your skills, make sure to incorporate them into your daily routine for … Read more
Both a CV and resume represent your experiences and skills and are used in an application process to get you an interview. A CV presents a full history of your academic accomplishments, while a resume presents a concise summary of your qualifications. While both are tailored for the specific position you are applying to, they are used for different … Read more