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Summary Sunday: Issue 561
Here’s the thing about job search advice. The answer always is – it depends. There is more competition in the job market overall… but maybe not in all industries. As a job seeker, it’s up to you to stay up-to-date on trends and take the most appropriate actions for you. In this week’s summary, you’ll…
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Tracking Your Job Search Activities
Ever feel like your job search is going nowhere fast? You’re not alone. I’ve talked to countless job seekers who are putting in tons of effort but can’t seem to make progress. The problem? They’re not tracking their activities. Without a system to monitor what you’re doing, it’s impossible to know what’s working and what’s…
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Summary Sunday: Issue 560
There is a steep learning curve involved in job search. And many skills you need to succeed in a job search are not skills you would typically use in your job. The good news is there are resources and tools to help you! In this week’s Summary Sunday, you will find curated articles from respected…
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Checklist for a Job Search
Having a checklist for job search makes sure you have the right equipment and tools to compete. Without having everything you need, you potentially waste a lot of time. While gathering this checklist of items in this order is not required, it is *highly* recommended you do them all. Job Search Checklist – Things You…
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10 Questions To Ask Before Launching Your Job Search
So this is the year you are finally ready to change jobs. Congratulations! Before you dust off your resume, there are some questions you need to ask before launching your job search. Searching for a job while employed requires you do it under the radar so that your employer doesn’t find out. Some employers have…
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Summary Sunday: Issue 559
Do you understand how recruiters work and how they think? Well, this should help! There’s no magic. Every recruiter has their own set of preferences for sourcing and vetting candidates. But many share tips and insights to give job seekers valuable information. In this week’s summary, you’ll find: Please follow and support the talented experts…
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Summary Sunday: Issue 558
Even though it’s summer, you can still take steps to move your job search forward. Set aside time to continue to learn about today’s job search trends and invest time learning about trends in your field. In this week’s Summary Sunday, you’ll find: I carefully curate articles and posts from sources I trust. I hope…
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5 Ways to Speed Up Your Job Search
Is it possible to speed up your job search when the hiring decisions lie in the hands of employers? Yes, there are definitely things you can do to increase your odds. Taking control over what you can control is what I call a proactive job search. Too often job seekers over-rely on posted jobs to…
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Summary Sunday: Issue 557
Searching for a new job requires clarity on what you want to do and where you want to do it. You need a solid strategy but most importantly you need tenacity. In short, job search is more than hitting the apply button. This week’s summary provides resources, tools and information to help you carry out…
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Summary Sunday: Issue 556
Artificial Intelligence is impacting every area of our lives, including job search. This will require each of us to become better critical thinkers to identify the noise from the genuine. Keeping up with the changes in the world of work takes effort, but that’s one reason you are here – each week you’ll discover interesting…