#78 - Finding The Right Opportunities
Adam Karpiak
My resumes and job search strategies get people hired. Go to KarpiakConsulting.com for my services! Looking for a job sucks. I make it suck less.
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How did I help this resume review client? By evaluating their presentation. You can be the most qualified candidate in the world, but you won't get an interview if the recruiter has no idea what's going on with the resume.
Remember, it isn't always the most qualified applicants who get the interview; the applicants who can show they're the most qualified. It's an entirely different skill set. You're utilizing your sales and marketing skills when looking for a job, regardless of industry or title.
It's tough to get an interview if the reader is having trouble navigating your resume and if you aren't providing any specific information.
Do you want your resume to match the job posting's buzzwords? Yes. Not because of AI or an ATS but because the recruiter needs to know you've done the work required in the job posting. But resumes are so much more than keywords and phrases. It isn't just "these are the skills I've used." You also have to show 1) how you used the skills and 2) how successfully you've used them.
By not just providing "content," but also including context and accomplishments, you present a much clearer picture of your background and relevance for the job you're applying for. This not only demonstrates your skills but also showcases your achievements.
In this job market, when competition is fierce among SO MANY qualified jobseekers, one way to stand out is to not just demonstrate value on your resume but have it quickly and easily noticed. Recruiters will only spend so much time on each resume, so make your opportunity count.
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6 个月Great article Adam. I loved the mix of humor and invaluable advice. The segment on stupid interview questions was particularly relatable—it’s amazing how some of those still make it into interviews today! Also, the tips on making resumes stand out are timely given the fierce job market. This is bound to help someone in my network.
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6 个月FYI. I am not looking for a job. I have a great role right now in an awesome team in a fantastic company. I love my work. ?? I subscribe to Adam's newsletter for two reasons. One is for me ?? so I can stay aware of job hunting just in case. One is for Adam ?? I want him to be able to continue to share his advice, thus I support him monetarily. This is an investment in me and Adam and others. ??
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6 个月This was a great read. Thank you for the insightful post
My resumes and job search strategies get people hired. Go to KarpiakConsulting.com for my services! Looking for a job sucks. I make it suck less.
6 个月Here’s the direct link in case you don’t feel like clicking through. Proud of this one :) https://www.jobseekingishard.com/p/78-finding-right-opportunities