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What Is an Applicant Tracking System? Your Questions Answered by the People Who Use Them!

You’ve probably seen the stats that say a majority of resumes are screened out by the applicant tracking system (ATS) and never seen by a human. Or you’ve heard that if you don’t use enough of the right resume keywords throughout your application, it will sink to the bottom of the pile.  The fact is …

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What Are Your Career Goals? How to Answer This Interview Question

When an interviewer asks, “What are your career goals?” you might wonder why they’re asking. After all, you’re in the interview to get a job. Isn’t that your career goal? You might even think you don’t have career goals beyond your immediate job application! But there is a reason an interviewer asks this (and similar …

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8 Ways to Set Boundaries on the Job Search (That Can Help You Land a Role, Too)

Searching for a job can feel like a full-time job. Finding the right roles to apply for, personalizing cover letters and resumes, and going through multiple rounds of interviews can be exhausting and draining. So how can you set job search boundaries to maximize your potential without minimizing your mental health? 1. Narrow Down What …

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