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Typos in a resume
16 Sep 2024

Typos in a resume

by Ethan Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I submitted my resume to a posted job. I realized after I sent it that it had 2 typos on it. Spell check didn’t work and find all the mistakes. I am both embarrassed and annoyed. I can’t repeat … Continued

candidate tips, job applications, job doc blog
Privy to a private email exchange?
26 Feb 2024

Privy to a private email exchange?

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I had an interview last month with a company in Boston.  A few days later, I was part of an email communication, between the hiring managers and the placement firm.  I am 99% certain I should not have been … Continued

candidate mistakes, candidate tips, emails, hiring, job doc blog, job seeker, recruiters
What if a candidate wants to apply to several different roles at the same company
8 Jan 2024

What if a candidate wants to apply to several different roles at the same company

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I have seen multiple roles for the same employer.  One is in accounting; one is in their warehouse and one is in purchasing.  I am interested in all three, with accounting being your top choice.  The way their website … Continued

candidate tips, employability, employer, job doc blog, job seekers
No response after extensive interview process
1 Jan 2024

No response after extensive interview process

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: About six weeks ago, I interviewed for what I thought was the perfect job. I thought the interviews went well, and I had six interviews in all.  The hiring team told me a decision would be made by early … Continued

candidate tips, ghosting, job doc blog, job seeker, post-interview, problems with communication
Telephone interview prep
4 Dec 2023

Telephone interview prep

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  For the past two years, I feel like I was able to successfully interview via video calls, like Zoom.  Now some employers are moving back to phone interviews, because of “Zoom fatigue.”  I almost feel like I do better … Continued

candidate tips, interviewing, interviewing strategies, job doc blog, telephone interview
Looking for a Boston area job while living elsewhere
2 Oct 2023

Looking for a Boston area job while living elsewhere

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I live outside of New England, and not driving distance.  I would like to relocate to New England, hopefully Boston.  Could you tell me how to go about finding employment in the Boston area when you live outside of … Continued

candidate tips, job doc blog, Massachusetts, out of state candidate, relocation
An explanation of an NDA and a CA
11 Sep 2023

An explanation of an NDA and a CA

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  I am applying to several different roles.  I just graduated from college and I am unsure what it means when an employer says that I need to sign an “NDA” or a confidentiality agreement.  What is confidential about the … Continued

CA, candidate tips, interviewing, job doc blog, NDA, privacy
No offer and commute may be a factor
4 Sep 2023

No offer and commute may be a factor

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I was recently interviewed several times, by the same company.  I think I probably met with seven employees from the company.  I also met with a board member.  Last week I found out that I did not receive an … Continued

candidate tips, commute, discrimination, job doc blog, job offers, job seekers
Why a lack of response on LinkedIn
28 Aug 2023

Why a lack of response on LinkedIn

by Amy Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q: I recently applied for a role on LinkedIn. Now “the black hole” has hit. I never heard back from the employer. Do they have a role? Are they interested in hiring a candidate? A: We are on LinkedIn almost … Continued

candidate tips, job applications, job doc blog, job hunting tips, job search, linkedin, resumes
Job hopping or career changes?
7 Aug 2023

Job hopping or career changes?

by Madeleine Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog | 0

Q:  I have about 40 years of experience in my field, with no intention of leaving the workforce.  In the 80s, it was recommended that we should by loyal and commit to our jobs for at least 10 years.  All … Continued

candidate tips, career changer, changing careers, changing jobs, job doc blog

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