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Are you frustrated that LinkedIn’s job search filters are not delivering the right opportunities aligned with your experience? You’re not alone. For example, I used the keywords “paid search marketing” in the search field for the open job tab on LinkedIn today. These are the top 9 results from a search of “paid search marketing” within a 25 mile radius …
If you regularly engage with content on LinkedIn, you’ve probably seen posts from users publicly sharing their job search status—commonly known as the “Open to Work” announcement. First, publicly sharing your active job search is a personal decision. If you would rather keep those conversations one-on-one and private, you can still conduct an effective search. In today’s competitive job market, …
A job search process entails a multitude of unpredictable factors. You submit applications, and you’re left wondering, “Did anyone review my resume?” There is a way to reclaim some control and uncertainty by transforming your search with the power of data-driven UTM parameters. Think of UTMs as tiny invisible trackers attached to your links. Every time someone clicks on a …
Remember last year, when I dove deep into the secrets of 101 LinkedIn users who locked down their interviews and landed jobs? I’m back at it again, with a fresh round of insights from late Q3-Q4 of 2023! This time, I tracked down another 100 professionals on their interview-to-offer journeys. The market has changed in comparison to when I conducted …
In the quest to understand and navigate the hearsay about an ATS system, I highly recommend initiating and engaging in conversations with users actively utilizing these tools daily–the recruiters.
If you’re job searching, you may be wondering what the best way is to secure an interview and ultimately, an offer. “Networking is the best way to find a job.” Says everyone I’m not downplaying the importance of networking, but let’s not neglect the other channels that job seekers can use to capture the attention of a recruiter or hiring …
Whether you are casually open to career growth opportunities or your job search is kicked in high gear, it’s important to stay organized with your job search activity. Several weeks back, I emailed a job applicant who had submitted their resume through my portal. I requested a time to schedule a discovery call. The response: “Can you remind me …
You may have an inbox filled with job pitches from recruiters. For the messages that appear to be relevant to your experience (not the mass emailed, inapt airballs)….. Should you take the bait? Recruiters are consistently trashed due to the bad seeds that tarnish the reputation of the industry. Here’s a sample attitude from a user on the happiest platform …
Contrary to what you may have heard, recruiters can be a valuable resource in your job search. But do remember this: A recruiter’s objective is to find people for their jobs. Not to find jobs for people. Recruiters want to identify qualified applicants. So how are you going to stand out to grab their immediate attention among a sea of …
