Excessive job hopping can raise red flags for employers. Some people believe it always signals career instability or a lack of commitment. But this is a myth. I remember two years prior to the pandemic, I spoke with a recruiter who said she and her colleagues had been told not
Clients often ask me if they need to obtain a certification to boost their careers. The answer isn’t always clear-cut, at least not for every client, and not for every industry. Benefits of certifications It’s obvious in some industries that a certain certification or license is a must to work
In my previous post, I talked about what to do after experiencing an unexpected layoff, providing advice for those who’ve recently been laid off in the early stages of a recession. For those who are still employed, I want to share some tips to help you be better prepared, in
Although there are still labor shortages even in professional roles due to the Great Resignation, there is stiff competition among job seekers looking for remote job opportunities. More companies are now offering remote work. But, those opportunities make up only 20% of the current job openings, while 52% of all
The pandemic changed a lot about the way we work. As a result, it changed a lot about the way we look for jobs. If you’re currently in the market for a job, the standard way of conducting a search won’t cut it anymore. You’re going to need some new
The job search can be frustrating and discouraging. Especially if you’re doing everything you know to do, but aren’t sure if it’s working. Below are six signs you can know your job search is (or isn’t) moving in the right direction. If it’s not, you’ll discover some tips to help
It’s 2022, a new year. I know many of us want to move forward and forget the past couple of years. But a friend of mine always says, “never let a crisis go to waste.” Even in the midst of something bad, there’s always a redemptive perspective, something good emerging
The “Great Resignation” is in full effect due to the disruption of the pandemic, which has dramatically changed the job market. Workers, especially mid-career employees, are re-evaluating their careers. This re-evaluation has led to many employees resigning from their current jobs for various reasons. The biggest reason is due to
In critiquing thousands of résumés over the past 20 years, I’ve seen several with an “interests” section highlighting the job seeker’s hobbies. One of the most memorable interests I’ve ever seen listed on a resume was “eating peanut butter.” Yes, you heard that correctly. Someone actually put her love for
If the pandemic forced you out of your job and left you with a ruined résumé, you may be worried about the growing gap in your employment history. Hiring managers certainly understand the reason for current résumé gaps. But, you’ll likely be the candidate to land more interviews if you
Maybe it’s time to approach résumé writing from a different angle If you’ve sent out hundreds of résumés and still aren’t getting interviews, maybe it’s time to re-think your resume. Most job seekers approach résumé writing from the wrong perspective. They think their résumé is about them, when in actuality, it’s
Do you really need a cover letter to go along with your résumé? People ask me this question a lot. While a LinkedIn profile and a résumé are still necessary when applying for a job, it’s not always clear if a cover letter is necessary. When to include a cover
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