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Job Seeker Support

This is a bowl for everyone on the job hunt. Whether unemployed or casually browsing job openings.

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    Malcolm Webb

    Your resume might be getting screened out before a human ever sees it. Here's how to structure it so both the software and the hiring manager can quickly see why you're the right fit. What's the har...

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    Malcolm Webb

    Most people don't think to vet things like PTO culture until they're already burned out at a new job and can’t take a break. Here are 5 signs to look for, and how to spot them, before you get to that...

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  3. Accounts Payable Specialist

    Is it worth re-applying to a company that previously rejected you, or is it a waste of time? I found a new open role at a company that turned me down last year. Should I try again?

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  4. Laboratory Technician
    First time poster

    It has been a long time since I last looked for a job. I’ve been actively searching for the past three months and am used to most resumes getting no response. But this was different. I got an email sa...

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    Malcolm Webb

    AI is everywhere right now, but that doesn't mean every use of it is a good one – especially on a resume. 😅 Knowing the difference can save you from hurting your own application. Have you used AI i...

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  6. works at Rigil

    Are you keeping records of all your applications? If so, what method do you recommend? I feel very disorganized right now.

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  7. Consultant
    First time poster

    I am wondering if anyone has advice on unconventional entry into consultancy. I have 7+ years of management, transformation and humanitarian work behind my belt. While I have strong transferable skill...

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  8. Sr. Recruiter
    First time poster

    As a recruiter with 25 years’ experience, you may not be doing anything wrong. The market is flooded and sometimes hundreds apply per role in days. It’s not you. I took 4 months and a $40–45K pay cut ...

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  9. works at Rigil

    How do you bounce back after you don’t get a job you really wanted? It had everything— remote, interesting work, good pay. But they didn’t want me. I don’t think I have the energy to keep on applying ...

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  10. Restaurant Manager

    I received a job offer to an Amazon DSP company. The interview went great, everything seemed extremely positive. I completed the entire onboarding process and was only waiting for my background check ...

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    Alli Brown
    First time poster

    Hi Everyone! I'm posting this because my Dad is having trouble finding a job after being laid off and it's starting to effect him greatly. Granted, I know there are a lot of people in this situation b...

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  12. Project Coordinator

    Have you applied to any jobs that were a real stretch? Sometimes I feel like I need a big change, but I don’t know what else I could do. Where could I go with an engineering and project management bac...

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  13. Data Scientist

    I had a Zoom interview scheduled for today, but it was abruptly canceled an hour beforehand via an automated email that said the position was closed. I'm curious, is anyone else experiencing this kind...

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  14. works at Unemployed

    Got a tech screen today over Teams. I have to have my camera on and background not blurred or virtual. The interviewer will likely be audio only. Seems like a red flag. Thoughts?

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  15. Customer Support

    I'm feeling so defeated. I've received my fourth final-round rejection in a row. I’m qualified, I’ve been prepping like crazy, and the interviews feel like a perfect match, but I keep getting the "we ...

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  16. Asset Manager – Collections & Asset Recovery-Remarketing

    I am 63 years old and have 30 years of Collections management experience working in banks . I currently have an individual contributor role job making $110,000 per year . Our office is only 5 people. ...

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    Ashlee Fields
    First time poster

    Good evening all! I am currently job seeking for a work from home position, since I am 7 months pregnant, and I would like to be able to nurture my daughter's development in the first couple of years ...

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  18. Project Coordinator

    With a resume that lists engineering and project management jobs, how can I get a job in retail or customer service? I just need some income and no one is hiring me for what I have experience in.

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  19. Communications Specialist

    Just got an assignment for a role I have had only a screening interview for and I have a full week to complete it. While I appreciate the generous timeframe, it really is a lot of work, with strateg...

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  20. works at Northrop Grumman

    I have seen that some companies are using AI to screen applicants for the job opening, and I have seen where you can opt out of the AI screening step before it goes to the recruiter. Do you think it ...

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