Recruiters

There has been a lot of #TwitterBacklash in the past few years. Major brands are running their mouths in 140 characters or less. Some are paying the price. Kenneth Cole once tweeted “Millions are in uproar in #Cairo. Rumor is they heard our new spring collection is now available online…” If an uproar is what … Read More

Learn the right way to partner with recruiters to land a new job.  Question:  I would like to have recruiters help me get a job. How do I go about getting that assistance? The current way is obviously not working very well. Thank you.  – Randy B., Marshalltown, IA Answer:  Remember, in the recruiting world, you … Read More

You reject friend requests on Facebook, you think tweeting is for the birds and Pinterest? What is Pinterest anyway? If you’re not on board with the latest social media trends, it’s time to jump on the bandwagon since more and more companies are using social networks as a key recruitment tool. Here are some tips … Read More

There’s no denying that a powerful, customized cover letter is a key piece of any job search. It’s often how a potential employer decides whether or not to read your resume. So how do they work? Know your audience and find a balance. Think of it like this: the cover letter is the advertisement for … Read More

By now, you’ve rewritten your resume more times than you can count. You’ve labored over every word and formatted it within an inch of its life. Blogs with titles like “Jumpstart your Job Search with 5 Resume Tips!” and “4 Foolproof Ways to Get a Recruiter’s Attention!” dominate your bookmarks. You’ve shown it to your … Read More

Explaining transferable skills is a critical component in navigating the job-search landscape. For the returning military veteran, finding a new job in the civilian workforce often comes down to how well they can explain their transferable skills. It can be a challenging task. Assembling weapons and digging ditches might not seem useful during peacetime, and … Read More

If a recruiter can’t find you online, then they can’t find you at all. A powerful online presence can (and often does) make or break a job search. So what does a jobseeker’s online presence look like? It’s more than just having a profile on a few big-name pages. Instead, it’s about story. An out-of-date … Read More

Resume writing can be a challenging task to take on yourself. There’s a lot to consider when it comes to resume formatting, keywords and job descriptions. These are all important elements of a stellar resume, but you may be overlooking the little things that show your attention to detail, or lack thereof. A small typo … Read More

You may not just be missing out if you’re not using social media — you could be damaging your career. If you’re one of those mid-level managers secure in your position who hasn’t wanted to take the time to learn about social media, you’re not just missing out — you could be damaging your career … Read More