Customized resume or no?
Q: I have found that I am having more luck if I customize my resume and tailor it to a specific role. Is this a common practice? Do you have an opinion on this? A: Great question. Gone are the … Continued
EQ and delivering information
Q: Recently I had a situation with my new manager. Our roles are changing, which I understand, since we just hired a new leader within my division. However, how the information was delivered in a pretty gruff way. I thought … Continued
30-60-90 day plan could make the difference
Q: Earlier this year (in January), I applied for a job at a tech company. I heard nothing back so I assumed that they hired someone else. Earlier this month, I received an email from this tech company inviting me … Continued
Tips for onboarding a new employee
Q: I recently started a new job. It is with a small company. On my first day, it felt like they were not expecting me. The receptionist didn’t know who I was. My manager seemed overloaded and confused by even … Continued
Thank-you notes matter
Q: I was told that I should send a thank-you note after every interview, even if I am not interested. I am doing a lot of informational interviewing and writing a thank-you note after every interview would be a time-consuming … Continued
How to learn about an employer, while still a candidate
Q: I think I do a great job at evaluating a role and deciding if it is “the right one,” but…. I don’t do a great job at spotting problems within a company before I join. Historically, my roles have … Continued
Is a candidate expected to research the company before a telephone interview?
Q: I interviewed for a new job in March. I was turned down because the feedback was “lack of preparation, specifically had not researched the company.” Is there an expectation that I will have researched the company, even for a … Continued
Job hunting tips for a 2018 grad
Q: I am a recent college grad. My parents insist that I have a job by July 1. What are your best job hunting suggestions for a recent college grad? A: Congratulations! How wonderful that you recently graduated from college. … Continued
How to ask about compensation with new pay law
Q: For many years I have asked candidates about their current and past compensation. A colleague told me we could no longer ask this question. How am I supposed to assess if an applicant falls within our prescribed salary ranges? … Continued
Don’t “let it slide”
Q: I am a new supervisor in a new company. I am learning the culture and how decisions are made. It is a start-up and growing rapidly. It is a fun place to work and I feel like I have … Continued