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Learn how to prepare your responses to behavioral interview questions. Most people know how important it is to be on their best behavior during job interviews. but a behavioral interview isn’t just about a polished appearance and firm handshake. Often conducted as a follow-up to a traditional interview, a behavioral interview allows recruiters to assess … Read More

Resume Checklist: Follow these best practices to ensure your resume gets through the spam filter, applicant tracking system, and to the recruiters and hiring managers. What’s the difference between a computerized ATS (Applicant Tracking System) and a black hole? Not much, if you don’t know which aspects of your resume give you a good ranking … Read More

A by-the-numbers look at how you can improve your job search.  You don’t need me to tell you that there’s a lot of job advice available on the web these days. A few clicks of the mouse, and you’re sure to find thousands of articles on every single job-search topic, from writing your resume to … Read More

You’re hireable because of your answers. When people ask you to tell them about yourself, make them glad they asked. Read More

Simplify your job search by dividing it into manageable phases.  As a job seeker, you will be taken on a journey that is sure to produce some highs and lows along the way. To help you navigate this process smoothly, I’d like to show you how I break down the job search into three main … Read More

If you don’t manage your professional brand, someone else will do it for you. As professionals, we use many symbols to express our professional identity, better known as our personal brand. The most successful professionals carefully manage their brand across many different channels throughout their careers. Whether you’re new to the workforce or a seasoned … Read More

How setting specific goals and reading job descriptions can save you hardship in your career search. Can you think of people in your personal life who seem to be their own worst enemies? You know the ones — you may even be one. They’re the folks who have grand plans that never seem to come … Read More

Lay the groundwork for a successful job search by asking yourself these questions.  Whether you’re just beginning the job hunt or you’ve been searching for months, it’s important to regularly monitor your activities and reevaluate your strategy. Keep your job search on track by asking yourself the following questions throughout the job-search process. Am I qualified … Read More

Use these tips to dust off your job application materials and spruce them up for spring. Here in New York it’s finally starting to feel like spring! Many of us use this season as an excuse to unclutter our closets and reorganize our work spaces. It’s also a great time to reevaluate our job-search tactics and give … Read More