If you are applying for a job online, you are dealing with an applicant tracking system (ATS). Before your resume is ever considered by a human, it must get past the ATS, which is a technology tool that helps recruiters, human resources pros, and hiring managers focus on the best candidates out of the hundreds…
Read MoreRiders on London’s Metro are told to “mind the gap” every time they get off the train, because the gap between the train door and the station platform will trip them up if they aren’t paying attention to where they step. Job seekers need to mind the gap, too – learn how to explain employment…
Read MoreIs finding a new job one of your 2020 goals? Get ready now to stand out in the employment market by updating your resume. You’ve gained valuable experience over the past year. Updating your resume gives you the opportunity to highlight your current value as a candidate for a future employer and showcase your best…
Read MoreHow 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 think. Employers spend just seconds on each resume before they…
Read MoreA 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 include references on your resume, as well as best practices for…
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 MoreHave 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 enough. The most successful job candidates sell themselves. Developing…
Read MoreJob loss hurts, especially when it happens through no fault of your own. If yours has disappeared in the COVID-19 pandemic, the one consolation might be that you are not alone. But that also means you have more competition in the job search, too. You will need a plan to move forward. 3 moves to…
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