A mission statement is a powerful tool for job seekers. It can guide your career path and help you stay focused on your goals. A well-crafted mission statement can facilitate clarifying your purpose, values, and ambitions, and communicate them effectively to potential employers. A powerful mission statement can make you stand out from the competition. Everything you do that’s connected with your job search should be tested against your mission statement to make sure you’re laser focused on achieving your career goals. Continue reading Start Your Job Search with a Personal Mission Statement
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Waiting to Hear Back after Applying for a Job
On average, it takes hiring managers one to two weeks to reach out to potential hires after receiving an application. Employers receive an onslaught of applications after publishing a job post. Depending on the position and location, they could have hundreds or thousands of resumes to sift through, even with Applicant Tracking Software (ATS). Continue reading Waiting to Hear Back after Applying for a Job
You’ve no doubt read many of my posts extolling the need for your resume to tell your career story and to include your relevant achievements. Jimmy Webb’s songwriting achievements include the most memorable tunes of all time: “Up, Up and Away,” “By the Time I Get to Phoenix,” “MacArthur Park,” “Wichita Lineman,” “Worst That Could Happen,” “Galveston,” and “All I Know.” I mention Jimmy Webb’s songwriting achievements because there are lessons to be learned that apply to writing an effective resume. Continue reading Songwriting and Resume Writing →