Just because it’s summer is no reason to hold off on your job search. Planning vacations, cookouts, and just hanging out on the patio are all tempting reasons to put things on hold for a bit; but employers still have open positions that need to be filled. By setting aside… read more →
Most of the clients I work with are looking to have career documents written – resumes, cover/job search letters, LinkedIn profiles, and other career communications specifically. However, from time-to-time a client also needs help dealing with other job search challenges once the documents are finalized. Some issues can be addresses… read more →
They sure do. Or maybe they don’t… depending on your viewpoint. Don’t worry, I’ll explain. Consider this: a 2012 Jobvite survey showed 93-percent of recruiters were tapping into LinkedIn to source talent. I assume that number is larger now since this survey was conducted five years ago. Regardless, the numbers… read more →
LinkedIn’s platform changes that went into effect in March 2017 threw a lot of us for a loop. Even me, a certified LinkedIn Writer, had to spend time to learning my way around the newly updated interface. Once you have your LinkedIn profile completed, you can begin sharing information and… read more →
“Won’t I be limiting my job prospects if my resume focuses too much on one profession/area of expertise?” “Do I really need a cover letter?” “If I have a resume, what’s the purpose of having a LinkedIn profile?” “Why can’t I just copy my resume and use it on… read more →
As 2016 comes to a close, so does the job search tips series. I’ve covered how to Avoid Job Search Fail and Increase Your Odds of Success, Why You Should Continue Your Job Search During the Holiday, and How to Set a Clear Job Search Goal, and How to Avoid… read more →
A successful job search starts with a clear goal – that is, knowing exactly the type of job(s) you’ll be going for. All of your career communications (resume, job search letters, LinkedIn, etc.) will revolve around this goal. I can’t emphasize the importance of this enough. Whenever job seekers with no… read more →
At first glance, LinkedIn seems a bit more complicated than some of the more popular social media networks. Don’t let it intimidate you; it’s actually quite simple to master. LinkedIn provides offers a straight forward way for individuals and businesses to hire, market and sell through a very targeted platform. It’s a step up from… read more →
LinkedIn is arguably the most important business focused social media in the world. Due to that fact, it’s very important for job seekers to learn how to use LinkedIn carefully. Like most social media, there are rules of etiquette that you must follow to use it correctly. Making Connections… read more →