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Job Search

How Do I Introduce Myself to a Hiring Manager on LinkedIn

June 8, 2021 /

You’ve done your research and located the hiring manager for your target role. You want to make a good first impression and not risk harming your chances for an interview. So, now you’re wondering, “How do I introduce myself to a hiring manager on LinkedIn?” In this article, I’m sharing the best way to introduce…

How Do You Build Relationships with Hiring Managers?

May 26, 2021 /

Are you wondering how you can get the attention of hiring managers? When I polled job seekers on LinkedIn and asked what their biggest job search challenge was, the resounding response was getting the attention of hiring managers. While writing a strong resume and cover letter is one way to get their attention, another and…

What Most Candidates Get Wrong When Choosing References

May 19, 2021 /

Did you know that one third of all job candidates are removed from consideration after a reference check? Your reference choices are more than a formality. They can make or break a job offer. Imagine this scenario: There are two finalists for a job opening. One has a much stronger resume than the other, and…

Is It OK to Connect with the Hiring Manager on LinkedIn?

May 4, 2021 /

If you’re mid job search you may be wondering if it’s OK to connect with the hiring manager on LinkedIn. I hear regularly from job seekers who worry that it may be off-putting or leave a bad impression to reach out to them directly. I think it’s important to share that since the coronavirus pandemic…

What’s your standout resume success formula?

April 13, 2021 /

From resume novice or time-starved job seeker to getting noticed, interviewed, and hired for your perfect-fit position. Take this 2-minute quiz and find out what’s standing between you and those magic words, “You’re exactly who we’ve been searching for!” One of the most common challenges I hear from job seekers is that they struggle with…

How to Connect with Hiring Managers and Land Your Next Role Faster

April 13, 2021 /

Are you wondering if you should connect with a hiring manager, and if so, how you should go about it? Hiring managers complain that the number one challenge they face is a lack of skilled, quality candidates. If you’re qualified for the opening, then connecting with the hiring manager is a natural next step. But…