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Back-channel references, what are they and how to handle
1 Apr 2024

Back-channel references, what are they and how to handle

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

Q: I am a new supervisor and recently learned that I am a final candidate for a new role at a company, that has always been my dream company. One of the interviewers said that they planned to do a … Continued

company culture, ethics, etiquette, hiring, job doc blog, job seeker, job seekers, pre-offer, references
A looming job offer, or not?
25 Mar 2024

A looming job offer, or not?

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

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

employee rights, ethics, etiquette, hiring, interview, interviewing, job applications, job doc blog, job offers, job seekers, post-interview
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
How to communicate with a persistent candidate
9 Oct 2023

How to communicate with a persistent candidate

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

Q:  I am a hiring manager of a growing company.  We are hiring more sales reps.  When we have our top candidates, we try to communicate that we have identified our top 2 or 3.  We first look at the … Continued

candidate mistakes, innapropriate behavior, job doc blog, job seekers, problems with communication
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
Job search tips for a recent grad
3 Jul 2023

Job search tips for a recent grad

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

Q:  I have been looking for a new job.  I graduated in December, 2022.  I took a few months off to travel and visit with family.  Now I realize that I am competing with May, 2023 grads.  I probably should … Continued

college grads, job doc blog, job search strategies, job seekers, linkedin, recent college grad
Contract roles – do they signal a jumpy work history?
15 May 2023

Contract roles – do they signal a jumpy work history?

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

Q: Since 2020, and even before, I have worked in several contract roles.  Many of these roles have been long-term, and several have been with well-known and impressive companies.  My longer-term goal is to secure a full-time role with a … Continued

career advancement, contractor, job doc blog, job seekers, resumes, updating your resume
Pattie Hunt Sinacole discusses email response time
20 Mar 2023

Pattie Hunt Sinacole discusses email response time

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

Q:  I applied a role for which I was 90%+ qualified for, in almost every way.  I sent a resume in a few weeks ago, and heard nothing.  I thought it went into the infamous circular file.  I was in … Continued

candidate mistakes, emails, follow up, job doc blog, job seekers, linkedin
Different versions of a resume? Pattie Hunt Sinacole shares advice
22 Aug 2022

Different versions of a resume? Pattie Hunt Sinacole shares advice

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

Q: I am working with a career counselor as I am hunting for a new job.  I was at the same company for 25 years and was recently let go.  I am lucky because I have a severance package, so … Continued

career counselor, job doc blog, job seeker, job seekers, resumes, updating your resume
How to move up
4 Jul 2022

How to move up

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

Q:  I am 21 years old and I work two jobs, one in retail.  Both are not in professional office environments.  My goal is to work in a professional office environment.  I have a degree but I really don’t use … Continued

job doc blog, job search strategies, job seeker, job seekers, linkedin, networking, online resume submission, professional dress, updating your resume

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