Sep 14, 2020 | Career Management, Job Searching, Personal Branding
QUESTION: What should I look for when targeting a company? v Camille Roberts, CC Career Services Start with the mission of the company. Research the people who work there–everyone from the CEO to the janitor–using Google, LinkedIn, and Facebook to...
Jul 27, 2020 | Job Searching, Personal Branding, Resume Writing
QUESTION: Should a transgender job seeker mention their LGBTQ-related volunteering and activism on their resume or LinkedIn profile? If so, how should it be listed? What impact could this have on their job search? v Brenda Bernstein, The Essay Expert LLC I would...
Apr 27, 2020 | Interviewing & Networking, Personal Branding
QUESTION: How can I stand out and be memorable in my interview? v Lisa Rangel, Chameleon Resumes Approach the interview as a business partner equal to the interviewer who is evaluating if the job opportunity is a right match for you (the job seeker) and the...
Nov 11, 2019 | Job Searching, Personal Branding
QUESTION: How can I make sure my cover letter is interesting enough to capture the attention of a recruiter or hiring manager? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes A captivating cover letter must do 3 things: 1) make a connection with the reader, 2) briefly...
Sep 30, 2019 | Personal Branding, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I’m not sure what to put at the top of a resume. What are your recommendations to make sure I capture employers’ attention? v Angela Watts, MyPro Resumes The top of your resume should contain: your name, your contact information and your professional...
Jul 15, 2019 | Interviewing & Networking, Personal Branding
QUESTION: How do I answer “tell me about yourself” in an interview? I never know what they’re looking for. v Kelly Donovan, Kelly Donovan & Associates The interviewer won’t be swayed by hearing about your kids, hobbies, or other random...
