Typos in a resume
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
A looming job offer, or not?
Q: I just applied to the ideal job. I have had three interviews. I expected an offer quickly, because of the pace of the interviews. Now, silence. I am frustrated and angry. I have attempted to contact them a few … Continued
Why a lack of response on LinkedIn
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
Should a candidate re-apply?
Q: I had a summer internship cancelled during the summer of 2020. I was disappointed, to say the least. I am still interested in that company, but not sure how I should go about re-applying. I am graduating in December, … Continued
Always a runner-up?
Q: How do you know if you got the job when you go to an interview? I have gone to an interview and I am well qualified for the job but don’t get it. I feel like the interview went … Continued
Hundreds of resumes sent out. Now what?
Q: I was laid off in the spring. I have applied to hundreds of jobs and have only heard back from a few. I know times are tough but I seem to be having absolutely no luck. Very few companies … Continued
Updating an old resume
Q: You have probably commented on this before, but I have not written a resume in a long time. Where do I start? My last resume is probably 10 or more years old. HELP! A: Great that you are updating … Continued
Old social media posts hurt a candidate
Q: I am a professional with expertise in international relations. I recently applied for the “perfect” role in DC. It was with a public policy consulting firm, working with many branches of the federal government and some private sector companies. … Continued
The best way to land a new job
Q: I seem to be hitting a brick wall. I am sending out my resume to almost every job posted, even if is not ideal for my background. I am getting nothing. Almost no response. When I get a response, … Continued
Submitting a resume to an applicant tracking system — successfully!
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