Follow Up

This week, I'd like to tell you what you can do about the things that are within your control on the job search — your resume, your interview and your process. And next week, I'll cover those that are out of your control and how to handle them.

Focusing on the whole package can help make you the perfect candidate.

Turning a second-tier contact into an opportunity in the job search.

Rather than allowing your holiday schedule to get in the way of your search, double down and make an extra effort to be proactive this December.

Nervousness before a job interview is the same for a million-dollar job as it is for the entry-level gig. Here are ten things you can do to chill out and relax a little before, during and after the interview…

Don't let these common errors brand you as unprofessional.

You need to be aware of the company's timing as much as your own. Of course, because more than one person is involved in the decision, there will be a hiring process, which takes time.

Some hiring managers relish the opportunity to counsel a job candidate on what he could have improved. You just have to ask the right person, the right way.

Test the letter you send after you didn't get the job to make sure it's gracious enough to build bridges.

Test your thank-you letter to determine whether it would pass muster with our panel of hiring professionals.