It’s becoming more and more common for companies to conduct virtual interviews with candidates. You don’t need a shoulder-mounted camera, like in the old days! Often, these interviews are done via some type of video technology. A video interview typically involves the candidate answering a series of pre-determined interview questions using a webcam to record their interview. [Read more…] about How to ace a video interview
How to be found in LinkedIn
There’s no doubt LinkedIn is a crucial social network if you care about your career. A recent Jobvite study noted that 73 percent of all hires made through social networks were via LinkedIn and 41 percent of employee referrals for jobs involved LinkedIn. [Read more…] about How to be found in LinkedIn
Should you really eliminate buzzwords from your profile?
LinkedIn has published their list of most overused words and phrases in members’ LinkedIn Profiles for 2011. The number one most overused buzzword in LinkedIn profiles globally and for professionals based in the United States is “creative.†[Read more…] about Should you really eliminate buzzwords from your profile?
Should you create an infographic resume?
Do you need an infographic resume? When you are looking for a job, it’s important to demonstrate what makes you unique. How (and why) are you different from every other, similarly qualified job seeker? What is the best way to make you stand out? [Read more…] about Should you create an infographic resume?
Research shows 9 million Americans, ages 44-70, now in “Encore” careers
I don’t usually post press releases on this blog, but I thought this information was good enough to share! I am on my way to San Francisco to attend and report on Civic Ventures’ Purpose Prize awards and conference, so stay tuned for additional information and advice regarding having an encore career, “combining purpose, passion and a paycheck.” [Read more…] about Research shows 9 million Americans, ages 44-70, now in “Encore” careers