Results Through People
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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