How to Tailor Your Resume

How to Tailor Your Resume

Getting a new job is hard work. For starters, 98 percent of resumes are sent to the applicant “Black Hole”—the place where resumes are sent and never seen by a recruiter. And, according to Zety, one corporate job opening averages 250 applicants. How do you...
How to Research Company Culture

How to Research Company Culture

According to Deloitte, 82 percent of companies believe that culture is a competitive advantage for employers. It’s hard to argue with this, since research shows company culture drives innovation, employee behavior, and customer service. You can understand why...
How to Negotiate a Job Offer

How to Negotiate a Job Offer

OK, you’ve made it through the job interview process. The company just sent you a job offer! Congratulations. But, don’t get too anxious and accept the role yet. You have some leverage, so make sure you take advantage of it to make sure you get the best...
How to Write a Job Interview Thank You Letter

How to Write a Job Interview Thank You Letter

So, you finished either a phone or video interview for a potential new position. (Even if the interview is in-person, most of the tips covered in the two articles apply.) Here’s where you can cement your status as the top candidate with a small gesture﹘a thank...
10 Questions to Ask an Interviewer

10 Questions to Ask an Interviewer

One aspect that causes candidates dread more than others is the end of the interview. How should you respond when the interviewer asks, “Do you have any questions?” Don’t worry, though, because we’re here to walk you through each step of the hiring process for a...
How to Prepare for a Phone Interview

How to Prepare for a Phone Interview

You’ve completed the first step of your job search—you’ve written a resume. Your resume must have been a strong one, because the company you applied to wants to conduct a phone interview with you! Congratulations, but don’t go celebrating just yet. There are still...