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Resume Writing Tips

Why Is Finding a Job So Hard in 2026? (4 Real Reasons)

September 7, 2026 /

If you’ve been job searching for more than a minute, this question has probably crossed your mind. Why is finding a job so hard right now? I wish there was a simple answer, because then maybe there’d be a simple fix. Unfortunately, it’s a combination of several factors that affect how long your search will…

The Fastest Way to Land A Job in 2026 (Without Applying to 300 Jobs)

August 31, 2026 /

Want to know how to get a job fast in 2026? Real hiring data reveals why most searches stall and the fastest way to land a job that actually works. If you feel stuck in your job search, you’re not alone, and there’s a good reason you’re feeling that way. I hear “I’m stuck, nothing…

The Complete Guide to Combating Ageism in Your Job Search

December 7, 2025 /

“I am 63 years old, I think by far ageism is my key limiting factor.” A client shared this with me last week. Another told me: “They want someone who can hit the ground running… just not someone with gray hair.” He’d been rejected for being “overqualified.” The company hired someone 20 years younger with…

What Hiring Managers Want to See on Your Resume in 2026

November 2, 2025 /

See the 4 questions hiring managers ask in a 10-second scan, plus how to answer all of them in your resume’s top third. Get these 2026 resume tips

How to Attract Recruiters and Double Your Interviews on LinkedIn in Only 15 Minutes A Day

September 7, 2025 /

Karen, a Communications Executive who had previously used LinkedIn as a resume placeholder and only occasionally scrolled through posts, landed several interviews and two offers from LinkedIn without applying to a single job posting. Then there’s Manley, a Senior Technology Program Manager, who landed his most recent role using LinkedIn without applying to a job…

What Recruiters Actually See When You Apply on LinkedIn (+ the 3 Spots That Make or Break Your Application)

August 16, 2025 /

I’m about to share something that might completely change how you apply to jobs on LinkedIn. As someone who’s posted jobs on LinkedIn and hired through the platform, I’ve seen what recruiters actually receive when candidates apply—and you’re going to want to sit down for this. It’s so different from what most job seekers expect…