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What to do if you feel you’ve been discriminated against in an interview.
QUESTION: How can I make my resume standout when there are already over 500 applicants? Discrimination can be especially difficult to prove, so unless you have rock-solid proof, pursuing legal action may not yield results. You can contact an employment attorney...
How can I make my resume stand out from a sea of applicants?
QUESTION: How can I make my resume standout when there are already over 500 applicants? My advice for clients worried about stiff competition is the same as for those facing only a few other applicants: write concisely and focus on the most relevant information....
Salary Negotiations
QUESTION: I’ve been offered the job. Now, I wonder how, when, and if I can negotiate salary. Can you help? Always negotiate! Negotiating your salary sets a precedence for future conversations. What if you’re happy with the proposed salary? Negotiate for an extra...
Addressing Employment Gaps Due to Mental Health
QUESTION: How can I address a gap in employment due to mental health reasons in my resume without compromising my privacy? Whenever a client tells me they had a gap in their history due to a personal matter, I always use the phrase “personal sabbatical.” I write...
Should you use artificial intelligence (AI) to write your résumé?
QUESTION: I’m not a good writer. I think I should let an AI chatbot write my résumé. Can recruiters tell? Do they care? Leveraging tech is smart. But—it takes *skill* to stand out when your competitors are using the same tools. A generic or questionable...
Should you include your address on your resume?
QUESTION: Should I put my address on my resume? Remote work and relocating for jobs are both very common. Also, companies don’t need your address until they decide to hire you. Some companies use address info to eliminate candidates. For these reasons, it’s now...
Overcoming the Gender Pay Gap
QUESTION: As a woman, how should I present my achievements on my resume to counter the gender pay gap? Sad that this is still an issue. Start by targeting companies with equal opportunity track records. Use gender-neutral language in your resume —perhaps, even...
Common Resume Mistakes
QUESTION: What are the most common mistakes people make on their resumes that really make a difference in securing a job interview? A common mistake is misalignment between your resume and online persona. Inconsistencies can deter employers, who cross-check...
Employers committed to DEI
QUESTION: As a minority job seeker, how can I identify employers with a genuine commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Many resources can be employed to determine if a company aligns with your values, such as its website, annual report, LinkedIn...
Am I sending red flags by updating my LinkedIn profile?
QUESTION: Does updating my LinkedIn profile send a red flag to my current employer? It's perfectly acceptable to refresh your profile. In fact, it's smart career management. The key is subtle, routine enhancements—highlighting your evolving skills,...
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