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Submitting a resume to an applicant tracking system — successfully!
18 Jul 2019

Submitting a resume to an applicant tracking system — successfully!

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

Q: I am applying to several larger companies, after a significant downsizing.  I have been told that most of these employers use software to weed out candidates.  How do I make sure that my resume gets reviewed and lands on … Continued

candidate tips, changing jobs, job applications, job doc blog, resumes
Networking still the best job-hunting tool
17 Jun 2019

Networking still the best job-hunting tool

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

Q. I work at a large company as a middle-level manager. I recently had to lay off many of the employees that work for me. Our company seems to do this almost every year if we don’t make our numbers. … Continued

changing jobs, job doc blog, layoff, networking
Is my non-compete enforceable?
4 Mar 2019

Is my non-compete enforceable?

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

Q: I’m a mid-level executive and my position was eliminated with an acquisition. I applied for a mid-level executive position at a competitor. I am moving onto final interviews, and have been transparent about my non-compete and the lay-off with … Continued

changing jobs, job doc blog, non-compete, termination
Strong interest and then silence
18 Feb 2019

Strong interest and then silence

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

Q:  I recently accepted a verbal offer.  All the signs were there, including encouraging comments from the hiring team, the recruiter telling me “they want you” repeatedly, the employer checking at least two of my references.  Then, nothing.  No offer … Continued

changing jobs, interview, job doc blog, job offers, post-interview
You have been told your job has been eliminated. Now what?
4 Feb 2019

You have been told your job has been eliminated. Now what?

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

Q: I was told last week that my job would be eliminated later this quarter.  This is a shock to me.  I am not sure what I should be doing to prepare.   A: I have plenty of recommendations.  Let me … Continued

changing jobs, job doc blog, termination
Professional references during a job search
19 Nov 2018

Professional references during a job search

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

Q: I am looking for a new job.  I think I have a pretty decent resume.  It’s been a long time since I had to look for a job.  Do companies still check references?  How do I share my references … Continued

changing jobs, job doc blog, references, resumes
Tips for a job search in 2018
1 Jan 2018

Tips for a job search in 2018

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

Q:  One of my goals for 2018 is to land a new job.  I have been at my current company (in a few different roles) for 20 plus years.  My guess is that my current role will be phased out … Continued

changing careers, changing jobs, job doc blog, job search, job search strategies, online resume submission, resumes
Getting a horticulturalist out of a cube
12 Jun 2017

Getting a horticulturalist out of a cube

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

Q:  I have received written warning from my supervisor. The nature of his concern is my lack of focus on my job.  The truth is, I hate my job.  I try to avoid doing work every day at work.  It … Continued

career changer, changing careers, changing jobs, job doc blog, linkedin
How to develop contacts after re-locating
14 Nov 2016

How to develop contacts after re-locating

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q: I moved to Boston about six months ago and I think I have made a mistake.  I am terribly homesick and have not made a lot of friends.  I have relatives but they are in NY, which is further … Continued

changing careers, changing jobs, networking
Preparing for a resignation
8 Aug 2016

Preparing for a resignation

by Zach Ritterbusch | posted in: Job Doc Blog, Uncategorized | 0

Q:  I have been working for three years in a role where I have been increasingly dissatisfied.  This is a first for me in a 20-year career.  Prior to this role, I had two eight-plus year stints, where I was … Continued

changing jobs, leaving a job, resignation

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