Recruiter

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At its core, a cover letter addresses your ability to perform the duties outlined in a job description. It explains how the qualifications that you possess make you the perfect hire by describing what you can bring to the table in the most eloquent way possible. Read More

How To

How to get noticed by an online recruiter Olivia Kelley

These days, a lot of the recruitment process for open roles is done online. But how can you catch the attention of an online recruiter? Find out, here. Read More

Job Search

15 questions recruiters love to ask Sarah Dillon

If you’re on the hunt for your next, it’s likely you’ll hear from recruiters at some point. These are the 15 questions they love to ask. Read More

Job Search

Here is what recruiters wish you knew about your follow-up email Olivia Kelley

When you’re working with a recruiter — and you’ve gone through the initial interview — what next? This is what they wish you knew about a follow-up email. Read More

Job Search

Recruiters are trained to throw your resume away if they see these 6 mistakes Jennifer Bewley

We talked to six recruiters who review more than 25,000 applications a year to find out what may have gone wrong. Here are the six common mistakes they see over and over. Read More

Job Search

6 key signs the job isn’t going to meet your salary qualifications Lindsay Tigar

One smart way to maximize your time and effort is to look out for red flags that a position will pay you way less than you’re worth. Read More

Job Search

Recruiters share the 1 thing they wish applicants knew about resume writing Ladders Staff

We spoke to a handful of recruiters to get their insight on what you should be making more of an effort on when it comes to crafting a great resume. Read More

How To

How to best work with a recruiter to get a job you love, with 8 dos and don’ts Sonya Swink

If you’re looking for a job that you love, consider working with a recruiter. But beforehand, know these dos and dont’s for the process. Read More

Resumes

Everything you need to know about resume margins answered Taylor Gorski

It’s not the most exciting––but it is very much important to be aware of standard resume margins. Margins are the borders on a page that are left blank with no text or information. Margins should be left at 1 inch on all sides of your resume. If there’s absolutely no way you can stick to that number because your resume has plenty of information, you can adjust the top margins. If you must reduce your margin do not go more than 1/2-inch. Read More

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