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Now that we have 220 characters for LinkedIn headlines, how should we best use this space?

by NRWA President | Sep 3, 2021 | Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, LinkedIn Profile Writing

QUESTION: Now that we have 220 characters for LinkedIn headlines, how should we best use this space? v Carol Adams, Ideal Resumes, LLC I always recommend quality over quantity. Focus on conveying your value add succinctly in a way that shows who you are and what...

Should I post my resume on job boards like Indeed, The Ladders, and Monster?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Mar 8, 2021 | Job Searching, Job Searching Online

QUESTION: Should I post my resume on job boards like Indeed, The Ladders, and Monster? v Edward Lawrence, Getstarted LLC Storing a résumé at a job-site is convenient for when applying, but the default privacy setting is usually set to “public.” You risk exposing...

Any tips for applying for a job overseas?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Dec 16, 2020 | Career Changing, Career Goal Setting, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching Online

QUESTION: Any tips for applying for a job overseas? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes Employers rarely pursue candidates outside the country unless there’s a specific skill shortage. Leave your home address and phone number off the resume. Include the closest...

Any good tips for going around the applicant tracking software? Or should I?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Nov 4, 2020 | Job Searching Online

QUESTION: Any good tips for going around the applicant tracking software? Or should I? v Kelli Long, KG Workforce Solutions Most data confirms that 55-60% of hires are the result of networking and only 20-25% of hires are the result of online applications. So,...

I haven’t looked for a job in over 5 years. What’s changed recently in the job search process?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Sep 5, 2020 | Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online

QUESTION: I haven’t looked for a job in over 5 years. What’s changed recently in the job search process? v Grant Cooper, Strategic Resumes & Business Plans 1) More employers are using ATS to scan and score resumes. Check out past “Ask the...

Seems like no one is hiring right now. Should I still bother to send out my resume or wait for the coronavirus outbreak to subside?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jun 12, 2020 | Job Searching, Job Searching Online

QUESTION: Seems like no one is hiring right now. Should I still bother to send out my resume or wait for the coronavirus outbreak to subside? v Kelli Long, KG Workforce Solutions Yes, absolutely. Employers are still hiring and those who are not, are pipelining...