For many people, finding a new job takes time. A general rule of thumb is to allow one month of job searching for each $10,000 in salary expected. So someone aiming for a $50K/year job may find that it takes five months or more to land a new position. This can be...
If you’ve ever applied for a federal job, you may have noticed that the requirements are very specific. They’re not vague openings that leave you guessing. And if your resume doesn’t contain everything they’re looking for, it’s likely to be rejected right from the...
If you’ve ever been unemployed and on the hunt for a new job, you know that it can be a job in and of itself. You spend countless hours searching for job openings, working your connections, tweaking your resume, and applying, applying, applying. However, job searches...
Of all of the things you might be worrying about when it comes to your job search, should your email address be one of them? Yes. Yes, it should. This tiny piece of contact information plays an essential role in how recruiters or hiring managers communicate with you...
If you’re in the midst of a job search – or about to start – you’ve probably realized that the job market is fierce. Long gone are the days of flipping through the newspaper looking at job openings, or going into an office and hand-delivering your resume. So much has...
Whether you’re looking for a new job or just exploring your options, having a well-written resume is key. The job market is highly competitive, so you want to put your best foot forward. That means making sure that your resume is compatible with applicant tracking...
Crafting Your Resume to Transition Out of Teaching
