Texas has added over half a million jobs in the past year and unemployment is at 3.5% in Odessa and 2.6% in Midland, so recruiting in the Permian Basin has its challenges. Many companies are looking for ways to expand …
You’ve spent hours on your resume. You’ve listed your experience, added your GPA, and described yourself as “skilled.” And then you stare at that word and think: does this actually say anything?
“Skilled” sounds fine in your head but lands …
“Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express my interest…”
Have 9 words ever done as much DAMAGE??? 🤯
Because when recruiters see that opening in a cover letter, the application review is already OVER. ❌
Not because they hate AI.
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Think of an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) as the digital bouncer of the modern job market. It’s a software powerhouse used by almost all large corporations and most medium-sized companies to organize, search, and rank the massive influx of resumes …
Should you use a 1-page or 2-page resume?
And what if that’s actually the WRONG question???
While there’s evidence that recruiters tend to prefer 2-page resumes (likely due to white space/ease of reading), it turns out that length is way …
So many people are still using ChatGPT the WRONG way…
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“ChatGPT, generate my resume.”
“ChatGPT, write a cover letter for this job.”
“ChatGPT, what should I write on my LinkedIn profile?”
Which feels great in the short-term:
“My job …
Today, the average job listing gets more than 250 applications. That’s hard to contend with, even if you’re the most seasoned professional. But when you’re a student or recent graduate with little to no experience behind you, this can feel even …
Applying for your first job can be intimidating. Luckily, there’s a way to significantly improve your chances of getting hired: including a cover letter in your application whether it’s required or not. Doing so shows a level of professionalism that …
Your resume is the most important tool you have in your job-seeking arsenal. It gives potential employers a detailed look at your education, work history, skills, and achievements. In certain cases, your resume might also include additional information about any …
Searching for your first job after graduation can seem daunting, but with the right tools, like a polished cover letter, you can stand out from other candidates. Here are five tips to craft an impressive cover letter as a recent …
As job-hunting experts, we’ve heard every kind of resume advice you can imagine. We’ve partnered with companies in various industries looking to find candidates for thousands of roles and through this work, we’ve identified the golden standard for resume writing.
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