Some self-proclaimed ‘recruitment gurus’ claim that cover letters are dead and that LinkedIn is all that matters now. But is this really the case? Let’s take a closer, expert look at this issue to see whether cover letters still hold value in today’s hiring landscape.
Job searching is not an easy feat. All the research and preparation, crafting an impactful resume, and nailing several rounds of interviews, all take energy, patience, and determination. But unfortunately, the modern day job search experience is riddled with many obstacles that—if you aren’t prepared for them—can shake your confidence or make you question the entire process. Here are the five most common of these frustrations, along with explanations that may help you understand what is happening behind the scenes. For each, I’ve also added ways to manage them and keep your spirits high.
Do you hate spending hours scrolling through job boards, sending application after application? Wouldn’t it be wonderful if 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗵𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 instead? Learn how to achieve it in this article.
Artificial intelligence has surged over the past three years. In this issue of my newsletter, we’ll explore how to tap into that power to supercharge your job search.
Layoffs and unemployment are real concerns right now, and many people are more focused on keeping their jobs than aiming for a promotion. Still, getting a promotion is not impossible. Learn how to accomplish it in this article!
Facing a situation where 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝘂𝘀𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗼𝘂𝘁 can be quite challenging. Learn how to navigate such a tricky situation in this article.
The key to 𝗻𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 is preparation. Learn how to do it in this article, and get your free 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘁, which will guide you on how to effectively answer the five most critical interview questions.
Let’s assume you have already received an offer for your dream job. As you prepare to embark on this exciting new chapter, it’s crucial to handle your resignation from your current role with care. Learn how to do it properly in my new article!
Answering the salary questions is often one of the most nerve-wracking parts of the interview process. Lately, I’ve noticed some “career gurus” advising candidates to dodge salary questions or give weak answers, and I believe that’s completely wrong. It’s like encountering a stray dog or a bear—if you show fear, 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘆. Do you really want to do the same when negotiating your salary? If not, read my latest newsletter article!
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