Oct 19, 2026 | Career Tips, Interviewing & Networking, Job Searching
QUESTION: How do I explain why I’m leaving my current job or why I was laid off? v Jaime Chambron , Career Agility System Keep it brief, factual, and forward-looking. For layoffs, name the cause plainly (restructuring, role elimination) and pivot to what you’re...
Feb 12, 2026 | Career Management, Career Tips, Interviewing & Networking, Job Searching, Resume Writing
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...
Jan 23, 2026 | Career Management, Career Tips, Interviewing & Networking, Job Searching
QUESTION: What are the advantages and disadvantages of online vs. in-person networking for my job search? v Cheryl Minnick, University of Montana In-person and online networking referrals are key, yet represent only 1% of applications, resulting in a 50%...
Jan 21, 2026 | Career Management, Career Tips, Interviewing & Networking, Job Searching, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I feel overwhelmed by the pressure to constantly post and engage on LinkedIn? Is it really worth the effort? v Cherie Heid, Competitive Edge Resume Service You don’t need to post constantly. When you are job hunting, a strong LinkedIn profile is...
Nov 3, 2025 | Career Management, Cover Letters & Other Career Tools, Interviewing & Networking, Job Searching, LinkedIn, Personal Branding, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I’ve worked for controversial organizations (e.g., political groups, ethically debated industries). How do I present that experience neutrally? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes Lead with your role and impact, not the organization. Use a neutral...
Oct 8, 2025 | Career Tips, Interviewing & Networking, Job Searching
QUESTION: How should a job seeker adjust their strategy if they’re getting interviews but no offers? v||divi||400 Camille Roberts, CC Career Solutions This is the time to audit/enhance your pre-interview, interview & post-interview strategy. Assess last few...
