Recruiters

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Have you ever been approached by a headhunter while on your job search? What exactly do they do? Are they helpful? We answer all of these, here. Read More

Cover Letters

The cover letter format example you need to get the job John Brandon and Jennifer Fabiano

Cover letters are often how you make a first impression, so make sure you use the right cover letter format to hook the hiring manager right away. 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

Interview Tips

10 questions to ask a recruiter (and 1 to avoid)Andrea Sobel

Searching for a career change and considering a recruiter? Learn what questions to ask when a recruiter calls you, as well as the one question to avoid during the job recruitment process. Read More

Advice

6 myths about recruiters we need to stop believing Lindsay Tigar

There are far too many myths circulating about recruiters that, to be frank, simply aren’t true. Here, leaders in this industry share what you can actually expect by opting into their services. Read More

How To

You have 7.4 seconds to make an impression: How recruiters see your resume Meredith Lepore

You only have a few seconds to wow someone and make your case. Here are a few ways to tackle this and make sure a recruiter holds on to your resume. Read More

Job Search

5 essential questions to ask recruiters Robert Carnevale

These questions will help you suss out important facts about your potential job and may even give you an edge in the interview that follows the recruiter’s call or email. Read More

The Future of Work

7 things I learned from my days as a recruiter, where I read hundreds of resumes a day Brandon Metcalf via Minutes Magazine

It taught me so much about every aspect of the business, about how to communicate, and about the hustle. I wouldn’t trade the experience for the world. Read More

Advice

This 1 poor habit is making job seekers miss opportunities Shireen Jaffer

I’ve noticed—and heard from recruiters, as well—that the dynamic changes when job seekers are contacted by recruiters first. Read More

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