by NRWA President | Feb 20, 2026 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Job Trends, LinkedIn, LinkedIn Profiles
QUESTION: What emerging job search trends should I be aware of in the new year, and how can I position myself to capitalize on these shifts? v Donna Tucker, CareerPRO Resume Center Focus on AI-powered hiring and skills-first resumes. Tweak your LinkedIn with...
by NRWA President | Feb 18, 2026 | Agency Recruiters, In-House Recruiters, Recruiters
QUESTION: What is the difference between an agency recruiter and an in-house recruiter? How do I work with them? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes Agency recruiters work externally, often on a contingency basis; they’re paid only if a candidate they...
by NRWA President | Feb 16, 2026 | Career Changing, Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Personal Branding, Resume Writing
QUESTION: How can I strategically pivot to an entirely new industry when I lack direct experience? v||divi||400 Laura Fontenot, Masterwork Resumes Career changes can feel overwhelming, so I recommend taking it a step at a time. Start by researching the industry and...
by NRWA President | Feb 12, 2026 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Interview Tips, Interviewing, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Storytelling
QUESTION: I need help with answering tough interview questions. What is the STAR method and how do I use it? v||divi||400 Jean Austin, Talents Presented Have you ever been in an interview and peppered with variations of “Describe a situation when…?” or “Tell me...
by NRWA President | Jan 28, 2026 | Recruiters, Resume Submissions, Resumes
QUESTION: Should I include my name in my resume file name, and if so, what is the best naming convention? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes Yes. Resume filename matters. Include your full name, role you’re applying for, document type, and month/year (e.g.,...
