Besides a first interview, nothing in the process of securing a job is more nerve-wracking for many job seekers than the thought of asking for more money from a prospective employer. Many of us have been taught that talking about money matters, let alone asking for more compensation or better … [Read more...]
ATS Resumes: Guide to Writing an ATS-Friendly Resume
This is one fight you're not going to win. You can stay in denial. Heck, put yourself in the fetal position if you wish. Despite your feelings, expectations, and wants/needs, applicant tracking systems are here to stay ... and these systems are having FAR MORE CONTROL over your career (and … [Read more...]
Headhunters: The Truth About Working With Them (In-Depth Guide)
Got your eye on working with a headhunter/recruiter? Below we have broken down this in-depth online guide into various “chewable” parts so you can go to the section you need the most help with. Here's a breakdown of what we cover: Intro to Finding/Working With Headhunters/Recruiters … [Read more...]
How To Dominate the Hidden Job Market (In-Depth Guide)
Here, we describe what the hidden job market is, and more importantly, we explain some of the major ways that you as a jobseeker can break into it ... and dominate it. If you are one of those jobseekers who ... ... has been sitting alone in a room sending out umpteen resumes a day, then … [Read more...]
Reference Checking Services For Jobseekers (In-Depth Guide)
Professional reference checking services are important to hiring. Consider this... You got the interview, and it seemed to go well. The interviewer says, “We just need to check your references and we’ll get back to you.” But the next time you talk to the interviewer, there’s a different … [Read more...]
Salary Negotiations — Online Book To Salary & Benefits Negotiations
Below is a collection of compensation topics to help you negotiate and counteroffer the best salary and benefits package. Within these articles, you will get answers on... How to Negotiate Your Best Salary Salary Increase Tips That Work How to Negotiate Salary, Once You Have a Job Offer … [Read more...]
5 Tools To Research Potential Employers
How can you research these companies? The simplest way to start your research is on a search engine, like Google or Bing. Google the company. Visit their website, but also look for news releases they’ve published (these can spotlight new products and services that might lead to new job … [Read more...]