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Guilty of too much “we” and not enough “I in your resume?
Yes, the employer wants to know you work well with others. In especially collaborative environments, this will be a critical skill.
Yet, some of you spend too much precious real estate on your resumes on what “we” did and not what you did as part of the “we.”
Remember, the employer is hiring you for your value to them. They are not hiring your team. Therefore, you need to balance showing your collaboration skills with your individual results.
Help! I Submitted A Resume With A Typo
When I submitted the resume with a typo, I had difficulty letting it go. I was so mad at myself for this mistake.
Decoding Obvious and Subtle Job Posting Red Flags
Pay attention to what is written in a job posting. There are many clues in the words chosen in the job posting that can tell you much about the expectations for the role and the type of work environment you may encounter.
Before Saying Yes: 10 Key Factors to Evaluate a Job Offer
Before saying yes to a job offer, evaluating the role, manager, and organization across these ten key criteria is crucial. It is a rare individual whose work happiness is based upon only one of these factors.
How To Successfully Answer the "Greatest Weakness" Interview Question
In navigating the "greatest weakness" interview question, you can provide an authentic answer that will not make you anxious when delivering it and impress your interviewer.
Missed Opportunity: Why Not Following Up Is a Job Seeker's Networking Downfall
Following up with your networking contacts is like tending to a garden – when you give it the regular care it needs, you're likely to see your relationships thrive over time, just like you'd water your plants to help them thrive.
Why You Shouldn't Wait Until You Meet 100% of Job Requirements to Apply
In the world of job hunting, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking you need to tick every box on a job posting even to stand a chance. But let me tell you, that's not how the game is played.
Power Up Your Job Search With These 7 Little-Known LinkedIn Features
LinkedIn introduces hundreds of features each year, many specifically for job seekers. Yet most job seekers are unaware of those that could be helpful in their job searches.
Networking Resumes: Is It A Must-Have in Your Job Search Toolkit?
A networking resume is a document that highlights your professional background, skills, and accomplishments with the specific goal of making connections and expanding your professional network.
Block lists are not often discussed, but they can be problematic for job seekers who want to return to an employer. Who makes the decision, and what is its basis? Is it permanent, set in stone for all time, or can it expire after some time? In what circumstances will a returnee know this is the situation, and is there a procedure to review this designation?