Tag: job hunting
Daily Job Hunting Quote
Question Proposed on LinkedIn: Do you think it is necessary for a candidate’s address to be on a resume? Others’ Responses: – NO…In today’s digital world of recruitment, ‘contact info’ is about a unique identifier for database queries AND getting in touch with the person… neither of which requires an actual address–email, cell# and LinkedIn Profile link is more than enough.Besides, actual address could lead to geographic discrimination! – I don’t think so. I have
Question Proposed on LinkedIn: Do you use cover letters or not? Others’ Responses: – Too often I find people wanting to repeat what is in their resume. One of the things I am hearing from various company recruiters in our area is that they are not reading cover letters. – It’s been my experience, (and I am opening myself up to some possible criticism here but nonetheless here goes) the cover letters are generally written
Question Proposed on LinkedIn: What Are the Best Job Interview Answers PART 2 of 2? Others’ Responses: – What Are Your Goals for the Future? One of the questions typically asked during an interview is about your future goals. Employers want to be sure that you won’t be moving on to another job right away. The best way to respond to the interview question “What are your goals for the future?” or “Where do you
Question Proposed on LinkedIn: What Are the Best Job Interview Answers PART 1 of 2? Others’ Responses: – “What is your greatest strength?“ is one of the easier interview questions you’ll be asked. When you are asked questions about your strengths, it’s important to discuss attributes that will qualify you for the job. The best way to respond is to describe the skills and experience that directly correlate with the job you are applying for.