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
How references can help (or hurt) your candidacy
Q: I have been told my references matter and can either really improve my chances of landing a new job or they can really derail a job offer. What can I do to focus on improving my references and making … Continued
Tips for a job search in 2018
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
Bring a resume (or two)
Q: Recently I interviewed for a job in Cambridge. I had done my research on the company and felt well-prepared. When I met with the interviewer, he asked me for a copy of my resume. It was a tech company. … Continued
Feedback after an interview
Q: Everyone once in a while I interview for a role which might be interesting to consider. I follow-up after the interview with a thank-you email. It’s odd. They call me and I never hear back. I email them a … Continued
What does your email address say about you?
Q: I was recently given some constructive advice from a career counselor. He said that my email address could be a turn-off to some technical recruiters and some tech companies. Is this commonly known? I have never heard of this. … Continued
Company acquisition looms…
Q: Company rumors are swirling at my place of employment. It is quite likely that my company will be acquired this year. I don’t want to lose my job because of a company acquisition. I have been through that once … Continued
No logos, no tables, no mangers
Q: I recently upgraded my resume. I have sent it to several large employers in New England. I have attached a copy for your review. Can you comment? I am not getting a lot of responses. A: Thanks for attaching … Continued
Hundreds of resumes mailed and no response
Q: The last time I had to find a new job it was 1992. This time I am not having great success. I have sent out over 100 resumes along with very carefully written cover letters. I have only heard … Continued
Is an objective needed on a resume?
Q: I have noticed that more and more resumes do not contain objectives at the top. I was told many years ago that this section was required. Is my information dated? What would I put at the top of my … Continued