A couple of years ago, I was waiting in line for coffee when I struck up a conversation with the woman behind me. She mentioned she was a hiring manager for a local tech firm. Jackpot, right? I told her about my work and how I support job seekers. She smiled and said, “Let’s connect […]
Share Your LinkedIn Profile Fast with Your Personal QR Code Read More »
I’ll keep this simple: formatting can make or break your resume. Your document’s structure directly affects how it looks to both recruiters and applicant tracking systems (ATS). Why Formatting Matters ATS systems have come a long way. Years ago, you could count on them scrambling fancy resumes with tables, text boxes, and multiple columns. Today,
Resume Best Practices, Part 2: Formatting for 2025 Read More »
This is the first in a series of articles on generally accepted best practices for resume writing. My hope is that if you’re going at this job search thing alone, this series will give you confidence that the resume you write for yourself conforms to what recruiters need — and helps you stand out in the crowd.
Resume Best Practices, Part 1: The Simple Resume Header Fix That Gets You Seen Read More »
When John was in college, he waited tables at a bustling downtown brunch spot.At first, he barely spoke. He took orders, smiled, and hoped for the best. Meanwhile, the other servers were crushing it – chatting with customers, getting big tips – making it all look effortless. One day, a regular waved him over.“You’re always
LinkedIn Engagement, Step 5: From Commenter to Creator (Without the Stress) Read More »
Imagine trying to find your dream home using only Zillow… in 2005.Sure, you’d get a few listings. But you’d be missing the conversations with realtors, Facebook “homes for sale” groups, private listings, and neighborhood forums. In other words: you’d be playing the game with one eye closed. That’s how many job seekers treat LinkedIn. Don’t
LinkedIn Engagement, Step 4: Want to Go Faster? Look Beyond LinkedIn Read More »
One of my clients, Carla, told me a story that perfectly captures what it feels like to finally find your inroad on LinkedIn. Years ago, she attended a local business mixer, where she felt completely out of her element. She hovered by the snack table, clutching a sparkling water, convinced everyone else there was born
LinkedIn Engagement, Step 3: Stop Stressing About Posting—Start Commenting Read More »
When Beth was little, she spent an entire summer trying to catch frogs in a creek behind her house. Every day, she’d run out with her net, only to come back soggy and empty-handed. Then her older cousin visited. He crouched by the water, totally still, and waited. Within minutes, he caught a frog with
LinkedIn Engagement, Step 2: Who Do You Want to Talk To? Read More »
You know those group projects in school where everyone gets assigned the same role on paper—“project manager”—but there’s always one person who ends up doing all the work, one who turns in late edits at 11:59 PM, and one who thinks memes are a communication strategy? They all had the same title. But you knew
LinkedIn Engagement, Step 1: What Do You Want to Be Known For? Read More »
Imagine you’re at a bustling networking event. Among the sea of professionals, one individual stands out—not because of their attire or speech, but due to their approachable demeanor, warm smile, and confident posture. This immediate, positive impression draws others in, making them eager to connect. Similarly, your LinkedIn headshot serves as this first impression in
Is Your LinkedIn Photo Helping or Hurting Your Job Search? Read More »
It was the best office holiday party of all time… until James realized he was the only one who didn’t know about the new leadership changes coming in Q1. The entire sales department had been quietly networking for months, lining up for promotions and lateral moves while he was obliviously working away at his desk.
Move Up Without Moving Out: Strategic Steps for Internal Promotions Read More »
