Category: Job Search

Standard job applications have a standard set of practices. You turn in a resume and cover letter, and then, if selected, you move through a few rounds of interviews and get the job. However, not all potential job opportunities start with an application. In fact, many begin with initiative from a job seeker. Those job…

As a hiring manager, asking questions like, “What’s the greatest challenge you’ve overcome?” is important to learn about an applicant. But what creative interview questions will help paint a fuller picture of a potential candidate? Imagine you ask your candidate: “If you were a pizza delivery person, how would you benefit from scissors?” The question…

Worry often comes along with the excitement of a new job. What if you can’t adapt to new people, processes, and team-wide dynamics quickly enough to make a great impression? Fortunately, there’s a way to organize and prioritize your time and tasks, helping you seamlessly adapt to your new environment: The 30-60-90 day plan. Creating…

As a job seeker, you’ll face ups and downs. Motivational job search quotes can inspire you on the days you feel like giving up. Between preparing for interviews and sending out resumes, you may not have time to find these quotes yourself. That’s why our team gathered 26 of our favorite quotes from people who…

The job search process can feel daunting. Every step of the process — from finding relevant opportunities to interviewing — is a major time investment. However, an organized to-do list can keep you on track. In this post, you’ll learn the essential steps for an organized job search and tips to help you land your…

Instagram and TikTok are apps typically used to share special moments, connect with others, or promote our brands — but can we also use these platforms to create and share resumes? In 2021, TikTok launched TikTok Resumes, a program designed to “continue expanding and enhancing TikTok as a new channel for recruitment and job discovery,”…

A job hunt is a time-consuming process. It usually takes a few weeks, if not months to land a job. If you want to cut the time to hire and explore all your career opportunities, it’s worth following a job search strategy. Here’s a selection of tried and tested methods along with the tools that…

Are you feeling anxious about your job search? You’re not alone. The competition for jobs is fierce and the search can be grueling. In this article, we’ll cover the warning signs that you may be experiencing job search anxiety and the ways to reduce it. What is job search anxiety? Job Search Anxiety Warning Signs…