(By Jenny Foss) “Yes, yes, yes: You absolutely should study the job description for each job you plan to pursue, and you should mirror some
Tag: Resume
A Simple Formula for Answering “Tell Me About Yourself”
(By Kathryn Minshew) “A formula I really like to use is called the Present-Past-Future formula. So, first you start with the present—where you are right now.
The Biggest Mistakes I See on Resumes, and How to Correct Them – Google Head of HR
(By Laszlo Bock) “Unless you’re applying for a job such as a designer or artist, your focus should be on making your resume clean and legible.
How to Get Hired When You Are Just Starting Out
(By Jenn Godbout) “Don’t limit yourself to the confines of a traditional resume. Recognize that under “Skills” you can list everything from Photoshop to silk-screening, that
5 Powerful Ways to Build Your Personal Brand in 2016
(By Peter Economy) “Personal branding is not very effective if no one knows who you are. Make appearances at industry conferences and fairs, and make
4 Better Ways to Organize Your Resume, Depending on Who You Are and Where You’re Going
(By Lily Zhang) “New grads are in a slightly unique position. While there are plenty of supposedly “entry-level” positions that require two to three years
3 Questions to Ask Yourself When You are Confused About Your Career
(By Ashley Faus) “As you consider your next career move, you should think about what makes you excited to wake up every day—but don’t stop there.
5 Steps To Making Sure You Land That Job Interview
(By Melanie Haselmayr) “Give the job title a good thorough search on Google, and find out whether there are aspects to this type of position that
How to Explain Your Employment Gap Without Hurting Your Chances of Getting the Job
(By Jenny Foss) “If the reason for your employment gap is because you’ve been in school and just graduated, pull the education section of your
How to Respond to ‘Aren’t You Overqualified?’
(By Marcelle Yeager) “When you’re viewed from the outset of an interview as overqualified, it can be tough to overcome and persuade the interviewer otherwise.