Jun 1, 2022 | Career Management, Career Tips, Job Searching, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I’ve heard that the hiring processes for tech roles at FAAMNG (Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Netflix, Google) is very different from those at other types of tech companies. What do I need to know in terms of preparing my resume and getting ready...
May 6, 2022 | Career Tips, Job Searching, LinkedIn, Personal Branding
QUESTION: Should I use the public “Open to Work” graphic on my LinkedIn profile photo? v Cathy Lanzalaco, Inspire Careers When openly searching for a new job, marketing your value versus your unemployment status will strengthen your candidacy to land the job you...
May 2, 2022 | Career Tips
QUESTION: I lied on my resume to get my current job (I said I had a degree which I do not). I’m up for promotion and they want to see an updated resume. Should I leave it as is or tell the truth now? v Angela Watts, MyPro Resumes I recommend telling the truth and...
Apr 6, 2022 | Career Tips, Interviewing & Networking
QUESTION: How much should I disclose about an old DUI (more than twenty years) to a prospective employer? v Kiersten Troutman, Second Glance Résumés For any offense, don’t try to talk your way out of it by blaming someone or something else. Instead, if someone...
Apr 4, 2022 | Career Management, Career Tips, Job Searching
QUESTION: My company will be downsizing soon, and I know I’m going to get cut. HR says they’ll hire an outplacement firm to help us find a new job. Should I take advantage of this? v Virginia Franco, Virginia Franco Resumes All outplacement firms are not created...
Apr 1, 2022 | Career Tips, Interviewing & Networking
QUESTION: I’ve heard I should take notes during my interview. How do I do that while still paying attention and making eye contact? v Jeremy Johnson, Opened Door Career Services LLC Keep in mind that your focus is to ensure that you have a positive interview...
