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...
by NRWA President | Sep 1, 2021 | Career Tips, Interview Tips, Interviewing, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+
QUESTION: In applying for a leadership role, I’ve been asked in interviews how I would contribute to their diversity initiatives if I get the job. I don’t have any specific experience working on diversity initiatives. How do I answer this question? v Grant...
by NRWA President | Aug 11, 2021 | Career Planning & Focus, Job Searching, LinkedIn Profile Writing, Professional Networking, Resume Writing, Skills Tests & Quizzes
QUESTION: I’ve noticed we have skill quizzes available on LinkedIn. What good are they to my job search? v Grant Cooper, Strategic Resumes & Business Plans Employers are cautious about hiring candidates who have not mastered the technical skills required for the...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Apr 16, 2021 | Job Searching
QUESTION: How long should a job search take? I once heard that I should expect a month for every $10,000 in salary. Is this still true? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes Will it take someone targeting a $200K salary 20 months to find a job? The length comes...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Mar 12, 2021 | Job Searching, Resume Writing
QUESTION: Is it okay to use a resume template I found online or should I start from scratch? v Edward Lawrence, Getstarted LLC Most companies use applicant tracking software (ATS) to process résumés. Most online templates use text boxes that cannot be processed...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Mar 10, 2021 | Job Searching, Personal Branding
QUESTION: I’ll have my bachelor’s degree in May; isn’t that enough to get a good job? v Erin Kennedy, Professional Resume Services, Inc. Not always, especially if you have a broad degree. Consider an internship that will offer you hands-on experience. Offer to...
