More About Thank You Notes

More About Thank You Notes

Always send the thank you note within one (1) business day after the interview.  Customize the note, mentioning two (2) unique topics that were discussed but do not get too elaborate - keep it summarized.  The note should be three short paragraphs at most.  Be certain to send a note to each person you spoke with during the process.

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Thank You Notes

Thank you Notes

Did you know that a simple thank-you note after an interview can significantly boost your chances in the job selection process? But in a recent survey, 68% of applicants do not send thank you notes.  Why?  Well one reason is that many candidates do not know who to email (the recruiter, the hiring manager, or the whole panel), or whether notes are expected after a phone screen versus a final round .

In short, whether it's a phone screen, a virtual meeting, or an in-person interview, this gesture makes a lasting impression and keeps you top of mind for the recruiter and the hiring manager.

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TikTok - Phone Interviews:

TikTok - Phone Interviews:

https://www.tiktok.com/@linkedingeniusallan/video/7270645579049585966.

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TikTok - Interviewing (What not to say)

TikTok - Interviewing (What not to say)

https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/5432141826587329596/6127972974521723427

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Instagram - Rejection - keep on plugging away!

Instagram -  Rejection - keep on plugging away!

https://www.instagram.com/p/DBaOUUGJXzW/

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Instagram: How to Ask for a Raise

Instagram: How to Ask for a Raise

https://www.instagram.com/p/DO_SmwpDVWC/

Erin is fantastic!  

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Instagram - ATS

   Instagram - ATS

https://www.instagram.com/p/C8P_RCqSfpO/

ATS Scam - Part 1 - Repost

ATS Scam - Part 1 (Repost - This just happened again to a client of mine - needed to make this aware again to all readers.

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An ATS scam (Applicant Tracking System scam) is a fraudulent scheme where fake recruiters manipulate your fear of being rejected by hiring software to trick you into paying for useless resume reformatting services. 

The job listing is entirely fake, and the sole goal of the scammer is to steal your money and personal data. 

Source: LinkedIn

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Planning Your Job Search - Part 3

Planning Your Job Search - Part 3

Resume - Writing about your experience    

Keep this element simple - do avoid ageism, only go back 15 years tops.  List each job and include dates, job title, company name and location.  Emphasis your success stories - show them why you are great.  You should list out responsibilities but really show your functions.  They can figure out the duties by your job title.

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Planning Your Job Search - Part 2

Planning Your Job Search - Part 2

Apply for jobs that match your qualifications

After you have established your career direction and strategy (hopefully it will include networking, it is now time to write your resume.  You want make sure the resume is written in reverse chronological format, is ATS compliant, no more than two (2) pages, factors in ageism issues, includes education / trainings / certifications and is easily adaptable to each position that you are applying.  Failure to customize will likely result in rejection, esp. if you are sending the resume in a web interface without networking (you will be lucky to get a 1-3% response rate.

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Planning Your Job Search - Part 1

Planning Your Job Search - Part 1

What is your goal?  What type of job are you seeking?

Before you begin your job search, you need to identify what you want to do.  Sounds obvious but writing a resume with a target position in mind is inefficient and a waste of time.  Narrow your focus, concentrate on your best skills that you offer, your career training / professional development, industries that excite you as well as region and lifestyle factors as well as whether you wish to work full-time or part-time.  Once you have identified the most important qualities you are looking for in a job, then you can draft your resume. 

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