You have likely seen the advice that you need to customize your resume for every job application. It may seem like an incredible chore, but it can be very empowering. Show recruiters and hiring managers that you have the right stuff to hit the ground running and make immediate contributions.
What’s the most alarming advice to women about a salary negotiation? “Ask a white man.” I saw this advice *twice* this week and it really stopped me in my tracks. But the advice is sound, because white men overall get paid the most, and on average have a much easier time asking for what they …
Powerful, targeted resumes that showcase your strengths for a specific position are critical to getting interviews, yet many women don’t know how to write a resume that will get results. Many women fall short in communicating their strengths. You might be one of them, and many women suspect that they could be doing a better …
Using a nonprofit job board is ONE important part of your job search strategy. You probably know that tapping into your connections for information and referrals is the most effective way to land interviews, but it’s not the ONLY way. Job seekers do get interviews just by applying to jobs they find online without a …
If you’ve been looking for a job, you know how tough it can be to land those interviews. You may not get another shot to talk about your many qualifications. Learn how to sell your strengths to nail your interviews.
Repeated rejection. A dwindling bank account. Endless, repetitive online applications. Is staying positive during a job search even possible? Fortunately, there are some simple things you can do to maintain your sanity while you search for a job, which will not only improve your mood while you search but very probably shorten your search. Many …
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If you want to find a job in Portland (aka City of Roses, Stumptown, Beervana) you will realize something rather quickly: Portland looks like a big city and gets a lot of press like a big city, but it is really a small town driven by who you know. Finding job opportunities is all about …
If you are moving to Portland Oregon, especially if you are a “trailing spouse” or relocating partner (which means following someone for their new job or re-assignment), then you know how challenging it can be. A life partnership is also an economic partnership, and you may be happy to support your partner to advance their …
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A Google job search is a surprisingly under-utilized resource, and many job seekers just skim the results. It’s worth a deeper dive. Save yourself hours by learning these job search tricks!
In a modern job search, most jobs ARE posted somewhere, but they can be hard to find for a variety of reasons. Learn how to find more opportunities to land a job that’s a great fit for YOU.
