Category: Career

When it comes to your resume, the goal is to tell your career story – with dates, companies, titles and responsibilities. With that being said, there are some details that need not be added. As a recruiter, you would be surprised by the amount of (unnecessary) information I find on people’s resumes. Details that do…

Without a doubt, the posterchild for a job search is your resume. Sure, trends show that it will eventually become obsolete, as Linkedin and other virtual platforms take over. But in the meantime, they are still a crucial piece to your success in landing your next position. Often overlooked, your resume defines who you are.…

Applying to jobs that you’re qualified for – it’s common sense … right? Wrong. You’d be surprised by what recruiters and hiring managers see come through the job boards…I’m sorry but a shift manager at Forever 21 shouldn’t be applying to a Director of Sales. With that being said, here’s some advice on how to…

Having a gap in work history has long been considered taboo and one of the biggest red flags for an employer during an interview. The harsh truth is whether you like it or not, having a gap leaves you at a disadvantage compared to your competition that has consecutive work history. When hiring managers are…

A student having a full-time job offer waiting for them immediately after graduating seems like an anomaly these days. In fact, half of all millennials in the U.S. head back home after graduation, for a few months or even years before they land a job (and not just to enjoy some of Mom’s homemade lasagna that…

It’s 2019. We all have social media accounts. If you’re anything like me, social media is an outlet for goofy nonsense with your friends, coupled lightly with news updates and old Facebook groups from high school. Some people use social media lightly while others dump every thought, feeling, and emotion into a digital footprint for…

You got a new job, congratulations! That’s always exciting. Now you’re faced with the infamous conversation: putting in your notice. If done incorrectly, putting in your notice can be awkward and scary. But as long as you follow these nifty tips, you should be smooth sailing into the new job of yours: Should I still…

Linkedin is one of the most powerful networking and job search tools right now. Not to mention it’s FREE! Linkedin has become a hub for career success stories, new clients & partnerships, and a wonderful community to meet likeminded individuals. In addition, Linkedin provides an ideal platform to showcase yourself and build your personal brand.…

With January right around the corner, we start to reflect on the past year. How did we do? Moreso, we start to make our new list of what we are going to accomplish next year. The good ole’ New Years Resolutions. We can easily run through the obvious choices: Lose Weight Save Money Learn a…

Because everyone loves a good list that uses the alphabet, am I right? A – ATS: Companies use these databases to collect resumes and candidate data. If applying online, keep keywords in mind to optimize your resume and make it easier to search.  B – Branding: After a while, candidates all start to look the same.…