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Office Hours - Resumes, Remote Job Search, Networking and More!

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Channel: Work It Daily · 2018 · Howto & Style

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Welcome to Office Hours with J.T. O'Donnell. In this episode JT answers questions related to age discrimination in job search, interview questions and answers, resume tips and much, much more. 

1:44 - How can I submit a resume for review?

3:08 - Any suggestions for someone who is struggling to find an entry level job in the media/marketing world? 

7:21 - Do you recommend customizing a resume to each job I apply for?

8:41 - I'm going on my 5th interview with a nonprofit for a Director position. This is to meet the team I will be managing. Any tips on how to approach this meeting? Are 5 interviews typical? 

11:04 - I was looking for jobs and joined ZipRecruiter. Started getting a slew of jobs from a guy named Phil. When there was not a great job I emailed Phil and found out Phil was a robot - Ideas?

11:52 - Is it alright to have a graphically designed resume or should I have a text only resume? I'm applying for marketing positions. 

13:12  - How can you describe your weaknesses when a recruiter asks? What's a good answer to "What are your long term and short term goals?"

16:26 - How do you get into the network of people in a different state, city or country when you're trying to conduct a remote job search? I want to relocate. 

17:38 - Is there a way to respond when the recruiter gives me 5 words and tells me which one best describes you? 

18:33 - Can you please elaborate on the best way to get that disruptive cover letter in the hands of employees or decision makers? 

20:21 - What about mature candidates? One who is seasoned? You hear so much about the ATS and how to go around them? 

22:32 - Please talk about answering "why did get laid off from your last job?"

26:21 - What steps can be taken to identify legitimate recruiters? I am afraid I was a victim of a scam. 

27:16 - How do you apply for jobs outside of your local area as most companies only want to hire locally? 

27:35 - I'd like to work for myself, but I need a "bridge job" to support me while I build my business. How do you recommend looking for a bridge job vs. a longer term position?

28:55 - Is there a resource to find potential companies that are smaller in my field of interest? It is easy to find the big companies, but mid-sized and small companies are a mystery. 

30:45 - As a seasoned professional, is it better to use a functional resume? 

32:46 - What if you don't have an emotional connection with the company that you want to apply to? 

34:09 - How do you deal with a recruiter that promised to get back to you but did no and won't return your calls? I think this is open territory to contact the company directly. 

35:38 - I'm currently a college student looking for an internship for a corporate position but my experience is all retail related. Do recruiters care? 

37:35 - How to network on LinkedIn? Is there a better way to approach people? 

39:21 -  Are you likely to get kicked out of the automated resume process because of your lack of degree requirements/education even though you have lots of industry experience?

40:22 - How do you get started networking (want to move to NC so this is remote)? I have such an aversion and I need to get started. 

40:47 - I feel like I'm being underestimated and undervalued by recruiters. Last year I made over $100k but most recruiters look at me like I made $20K. 

43:28 - How do you stand out in a group interview?

44:49 - I have found the name of an internal recruiter for a company I want to work for. My question is how do I reach out to this person, "circumvent the system," without appearing disrespectful? 

46:02 - When should you follow up on an interview?

45:54 - How do get comfortable talking into the camera via a Skype online interview? I know practice makes perfect but still kind of weird. Any tips?

47:44 - What are some tips for working with or finding a good contract recruiter or head hunter? I've had experiences where a recruiter sent me out on an interview that I wasn't qualified for. 

50:05 - I just finished my 4th interview with a company I really want to work for. can you give me some quick advice on thank you notes or other strategies? 


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