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Tailoring a Resume for a Target Company

Tailoring a Resume for a Target Company

QUESTION: What should I look for when targeting a company? And then how do I use that information in my tailored resume?  I would first consider where you have experience based on company size (revenue), type (startup, Venture Capital backed, Private Equity...

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The Hidden Job Market

The Hidden Job Market

QUESTION: I used to hear about the hidden job market? Is that still a thing?  Yes, it's a myth that this type of job market has gone away. Many companies utilize referrals/word of mouth to save money, and some search you out on tools like LinkedIn for the same...

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Do I need a LinkedIn vanity URL?

Do I need a LinkedIn vanity URL?

QUESTION: How do I set a LinkedIn vanity URL? Why is it important?  Click the 'Me' icon at the top of your LinkedIn homepage. Click 'View profile. Click 'Edit public profile & URL' on the right-hand side of your profile page. Under 'Edit your custom URL',...

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Using Your Resume to Prepare for an Interview

Using Your Resume to Prepare for an Interview

QUESTION: How can my resume help me prepare for an interview?  Yes, your resume can help prepare you for an interview by recounting all the amazing accomplishments you’ve had and the value you’ve provided at each job you’ve held, particularly the less recent...

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Changing Careers

Changing Careers

QUESTION: What do I write on my resume if I don't have any experience in the job field I'm applying to?  Easy. Focus on your transferable skills. Make sure you know what skills are important for the field you are applying and what qualifications are necessary....

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ChatGPT resumes?

ChatGPT resumes?

QUESTION: Can I trust ChatGPT to write my resume? Will it work to land interviews?  From ChatGPT: "As an AI language model, I am capable of generating text that can be used to create a resume. However, it is important to note that I am not a professional resume...

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How can I find companies that are actually hiring?

How can I find companies that are actually hiring?

QUESTION: How can I find companies that are actually hiring?  You're looking at this the wrong way. Find companies who can benefit from someone with your skills and experience and then network your way into having a conversation with key-decision makers within...

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Attracting Recruiters via Your LinkedIn Profile

Attracting Recruiters via Your LinkedIn Profile

QUESTION: I’m targeting multiple roles; how should I create my LinkedIn profile to attract recruiters?  Use keywords that overlap for each of the roles you are targeting. Ensure that you tell a story in your LinkedIn; this is not about providing a life and work...

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