Three Simple Ways to Network Better on LinkedIn

Three Simple Ways to Network Better on LinkedIn

LinkedIn has a solid reputation as the jobseeker’s social platform of choice; while it’s certainly possible to look for jobs and develop connections on Facebook and Twitter, LinkedIn remains the most powerful online channel for expanding your professional network....
Asking for Feedback to Improve Your Resume

Asking for Feedback to Improve Your Resume

Sometimes it can be hard to critique your own resume. You’re intimately familiar with what it says and what you mean. To you, why you’re the best candidate is abundantly clear. However, to others, it may not be. Gathering feedback from others can be a great way to...
Dealing with Employment Gaps on Your Resume

Dealing with Employment Gaps on Your Resume

Many people used to view gaps in employment as a kiss of death. An obstacle that meant their job search would be even more difficult. However, in today’s society – especially after the downturn of the economy in 2008 – having an employment gap is not that unusual. In...
3 Ways Your Cover Letter is Missing the Mark

3 Ways Your Cover Letter is Missing the Mark

Your cover letter is a valuable part of your job application package. It is an opportunity to present yourself in a more personal and casual way than your resume. Instead of short, concise bullet points, you can tell more of a story. However, that does not mean that...