The job market stinks right now, no two ways about it. But if you’re struggling to find a job, will it help you to work with a recruiter? Let’s start with who recruiters are. Broadly speaking, there are 2 types: in-house and external. (There’s actually a lot more nuance than that, but let’s keep…
It can feel a little ridiculous if you don’t really know what sort of job you want, but rest assured, you’re not alone! Lots of people struggle with this. My theory is that it’s not something we’ve really gotten to explore as adults, and mostly we’ve just gone along with things like what people said…
“Do you have any questions for us?” It’s one of the most dreaded questions in an interview, and all too often, people can’t come up with an answer and just thank the interviewers. But that’s not the way to a job! Asking questions is important because it shows your curiosity, research, and professionalism. …
Lots of people find that they get very nervous in an interview, so if you do, too, know that it’s not unusual. These tips will help you get through the process a little bit. Learn as much as you can about the employer before you interview. Look at their website and their LinkedIn company…
If you’re wondering this, you’re not alone. Over time, resumes change, though probably not as much as you might think. So, in 2026, what should be on yours? Your contact information Don’t include your whole physical address, but do include your city and state. Include a professional email address (some variation on your…
Have you ever been so nervous about an interview for a job you really wanted that you… sort of blew the interview? Don’t fret too much! Here are some small steps you can take to recover: Send a thank-you note to the people who interviewed you, restating your interest and possibly re-framing some…
Lots of my clients come to me seeking better work-life balance. It’s an important consideration for most of us, because we are whole people with lives outside of our jobs. Ideally those outside lives are also meaningful and fulfilling! But what does work-life balance even mean? The truth is, of course, that it’s individual. For…
Since last week’s post was about motivation, let’s keep that ball rolling. Today we will focus on acknowledging your successes. I know it’s a bit of a grind when you’re looking for a job. Every day feels like more futile launching of your resume into the ether, another ghosting after an interview, one endless…
We’ve all been there: your to-do list is sitting on your desk mournfully while you’re munching on your third snack of the day and doomscrolling. I suspect it’s especially common with job-search tasks, because, let’s face it: looking for a job stinks. But just because it’s normal and everyone does it doesn’t mean you’re…
When you’re between jobs, lots of people will encourage you to volunteer to fill the gap. This can be a solid, helpful step, but beware of the traps! Trap #1: Overcommitting This is really the biggest danger. It’s alarmingly easy to get sucked into giving away all your time because you believe in a…