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The Job Seeker’s Complete Guide to Building an Outstanding LinkedIn Profile (Part II)
In Part I of creating an exceptional job seeker LinkedIn profile, we talked about the purpose of having a LinkedIn profile and what makes a profile engaging. We talked about the importance of your photo, and also how crucial having the right tagline is to attract recruiters. Then we covered the About section and […]
Your LinkedIn Profile: The Complete Guide to Creating an Exceptional Job Seeker Profile (Part I)
Is your LinkedIn profile working for you? Or are you buried in the sea of 800 million other members when a recruiter does a candidate search? Next up! The Job Seeker’s Complete Guide to Building an Outstanding LinkedIn Profile, Part II Even if you’re happily employed at the moment, having a healthy LinkedIn […]
Your Job Seeker LinkedIn Summary: Best Practices for Writing an “About” Section that Gets Results!
When written correctly, a LinkedIn summary helps you show up in recruiter searches. It can also help set you apart from other candidates by demonstrating your value to your target audience. At some point, we’ve all opened a person’s LinkedIn profile only to find next to nothing. Perhaps their some of their profile areas […]
The Likability Factor: A Complete Guide to Making a Great First Impression and Boosting Your Job Interview Success
Candidate likability and its influence on hiring decisions, is something recruiters don’t like to talk about, and organizations may flat out deny. But despite the use of objective scoring systems, many hiring decisions are still based on feelings. Likability and interview success: How likability influences decision making How instant judgments happen What makes a […]
Show Me the Money! Four Key Things to Know Before Talking About Salary In a Job Interview
Are you ready to talk about salary in your next interview? Learn how to prepare yourself for salary negotiations–and win! When it involves salary, US companies are still lagging behind–and dragging their behinds–on pay transparency. And, when it comes to supporting or enforcing it, lawmakers aren’t moving fast enough, either. No matter how […]
The Ultimate Guide to Acing Your Next Job Interview (Even When You’re Still Employed)
Acing your next interview now means that, should you need (or want) to find a new job tomorrow, you have covered all your bases. If you’re happily employed, particularly in today’s job market, you have much for which to be grateful. Aside from the obvious reasons, you also have the perfect opportunity to set […]
Resume Core Competencies — How to Make Them Count!
For many professionals, core competencies are just a part of who they are. This can make it difficult to express them on their resumes. . Professionals at mid- and advanced-stages of their careers are expected to have proficiencies relevant to their fields. “Core competencies,” as they’re often called, refer to high levels of proficiencies individuals […]
11 Bad Remote Work Habits to Kick in 2023
Are you letting bad work from home habits ruin what should be a positive work experience for you and your family? Here is expert advice on how to keep them from destroying your productivity and career. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, 27.6 million people today work from their homes. This […]
Why do interviewers ask, “What is your greatest weakness?” And how to beat them at their own game.
“What is your greatest weakness?” It’s a question most candidates dread, and frankly it’s a bit offensive. A complete stranger asking you to reveal a flaw, without reciprocating, and then deciding your fate based partially on your answer. Here’s why they do this and what you can do. In this article: Is the “Greatest […]
5 New Year’s Resolutions for Working Remotely
The New Year is upon us! Happy New Year! If you’re like many people, you’re preparing a few resolutions for the new year. Some might be personal, others may involve your health, while others are finance related. Last year I set some goals, and I want to check in to see I’ve made […]
