Is a LinkedIn profile a must?
Q: I was told that I need to establish presence on LinkedIn. This advice was from a career counselor. Do you agree? I have a profile, but it is limited. What is the point? My resume looks good. A: I … Continued
Lots of colleagues are leaving. Should I be looking for a new job?
Q: My company has experienced constant turnover since I started 10 months ago. I like the company and my position, but the constant turnover makes me nervous. Should I be looking around? It seems like everyone is leaving and “ringing … 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
Tips on updating your resume
Q: I have not updated my resume in almost 10 years. I know resumes have changed. What are some of your top resume tips to make sure that my resume gets looked at in the year 2019? A: Happy to … 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
How to get your resume in the right hands
Q: I am applying for an engineering role. I am targeting larger companies, mostly in the north shore or Burlington area. I am worried that my resume is not getting seen by the right people at these target companies. How … Continued
Do I have to send a thank-you note?
Q: Should I send a thank-you note after an informational interview? I met with one of my father’s graduate school classmates. We met for coffee at a local coffee shop. He gave the once-over to my resume and gave me … Continued
Do I still need a resume?
Q: I have not updated my resume in over 20 years. It will take a lot of work. I do have an updated LinkedIn profile. Is that a reasonable substitute? Do employers still review resumes? Resumes seem old-fashioned to me. … Continued
Professional references during a job search
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
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