Career
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Got Fired? A list of Do’s and Don’ts
Being terminated from a job unexpectedly can launch a flurry of emotions that may cause the newly unemployed to act…
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How to Brag: Describing Accomplishments on Resumes
Almost all of a resume’s useful content can be categorized in one of three ways. Responsibilities – Something that was…
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Interview Prep: Ready for Storytime?
Interview preparation often means different things to technologists depending on their level of experience. It seems that more and more…
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I’m Glad You Studied FizzBuzz, But What About the Guaranteed Questions?
Every company takes a different approach to interviews, so without the benefit of inside information it is impossible to predict…
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“It Never Hurts to Apply”… except when it does
Job seekers are sometimes reluctant to apply for positions that might be considered a stretch for their abilities or qualifications,…
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So You Say You’re An Expert?
Whether through my recruiting endeavors or the private resume services I provide to job seekers, not a week goes by…
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Negotiating Offers That Meet Your Asking Price
Negotiating job offers is a skill, and many are reluctant to even attempt it. Like interviewing, negotiation is something that…
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What Your Six-Page Resume Says About You (and your “elegant code”)
I see a lot of six-page (or n-page where n >2 for nearly everyone) resumes on any given day, whether…
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Stupid Recruiter Tricks Vol. 3: The Phantom Client and Recruiter Conflict
You get a call/email from an agency recruiter ($RECRUITER1) saying that they saw your resume/profile and there is an opportunity…
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