Overqualified for the Job? 5 Employer Fears and How to Win “I’m sorry. We believe you’re overqualified for this job. We decided to go with someone else.” Getting this news can be confusing, as well as discouraging, to a candidate. On the surface, it’s simple: an applicant with a graduate degree and 25 years’ experience…
Read MoreHow Far Back Should Your Resume Go? A Recruiter’s Guide How many jobs have you had? How many of them does a potential employer want to see on your resume? Job seekers often ask this question, “How many jobs should be on a resume?” Here’s the answer: it depends, but probably fewer than you would…
Read MoreWhen References Belong on a Resume (And When They Really Don’t) A common question asked by job seekers continues to be, “Should I include references on my resume?” The answer is no, unless the employer specifically asks for them in the application instructions. Keep reading to understand the reasoning behind why it’s not wise to…
Read MoreSalary Negotiation Secrets: What Recruiters Wish Every Candidate Knew Imagine this scenario: You just had one of the best job interviews of your life. You can tell that they like you and that you are a good fit for them. You really want this job. In a few days, sure enough, you get an offer….
Read MoreHow to Know When It Is Time to Quit Your Job Some jobs make you eager to go to work. Others don’t, to put it mildly. Persevering and working through problems can redeem the situation, up to a point, but sometimes leaving is the best solution. How can you tell? When is it time to…
Read MoreYour resume has six seconds to impress busy hiring managers positively enough to say yes to the next step. A 2016 Career Builder survey found that 42 percent of hiring managers receive at least 50 resumes for each open position they are working to fill. Will yours make the cut? And do you know what…
Read More9 Tips for Writing a Professional Bio That Gets You Noticed Landing a new job requires a well-crafted resume. We also advise candidates that writing a professional bio is just as important. Good resumes highlight skills and experience that align with a specific job description. By contrast, a bio uses a narrative style to portray…
Read MoreFinding a new career opportunity can take an emotional toll on even the most seasoned job seeker. It is a time when we feel vulnerable, and multiple rejections can occur before landing an offer. We often base our identity on our career, and an uncertain future raises anxiety; yet staying positive while searching for your…
Read MoreWhy Your Resume Deserves to Be Treated Like Marketing Have you ever stopped to think about your resume as a marketing tool? What is a resume? A resume is a factual document that outlines a candidate’s employment history, skills, and qualifications for a job. That definition is simple and accurate, but doesn’t go quite far…
Read MoreDo Employers Check Social Media? What Job Seekers Need to Know Do employers check your social media? You better believe it. Doing so is now an accepted, and expected, function of recruiters. Your online presence is now a key reference available to everyone. It can help you get hired, or it can be the reason…
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