Sharon Hung has been a Resume Consultant at Inside Recruiter since 2019 and has a professional background in technical recruiting. In this interview, she gives insight into her consultation approach and shares expert advice on how to update your professional skill set.
Landing an interview is an amazing first step, but the last thing you want is to have an offer in-hand after weeks of interviewing for a job that isn’t a fit to begin with. So, ask questions related to your wants, expectations and readiness for the job.
Good paper alone won’t land you the offer letter, but it will help you stand out from the competition when handing a resume in person. There are also many different brands and types of fancy paper to choose from, so where should you start? In this article, we break down the top 3 things to consider when purchasing resume paper.
Have you found yourself in a similar predicament trying to gather all of your relevant experiential examples in time for the interview? Is there a solution to this mind-crippling problem? I can provide you an answer to the last question, which is a resounding: YES!
Employers are starting to see value in breaking out of the traditional interview setting so they can see a candidate for who they really are in a normal every day social setting such in breweries and restaurants… But that doesn’t mean you should just let your guard down. Given the importance of the situation, let’s review a few different factors for both networking events and job interviews.
If given the opportunity for an interview, it’s important to understand that most employers are seeking key characteristics and want to hear keywords spoken during the interview. To embody the traits of the ideal candidate that employers seek, try incorporating these words and phrases into your interview answers.
Studies show that on average only 2% of applicants are actually called in to interview (a stat some people who have tried online dating may be able to relate too). When you get called to interview, realize that you are one of the 2% percent, so act like it! Odds are, you already have something they want, or you would not have been called in in the first place.
