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Office Hours - ATS System, Resume Templates, 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 beating the ATS system, resume templates, networking and more! 

1:07 - How do I create value with new network connections? I want to grow professional relationships online since I'm networking long distance. Any advice?

4:41 -  Is the 30-60-90 day plan still something to set me apart or is it common now? Also - do hiring managers see it as pretentious or presumptuous? I've heard it can work against you.

8:40 - Can you give me some sample for digital Marketing resume as a refresher?

12:38 - How can I get a list of Contacts for specific industries to send them my resume directly?

16:00 - How do i keep going through the application process without getting discouraged?

17:37 - Do you see more of a swing to contract/vendor type of work vs. full time? I see a lot of contract work as opposed to in past years.

25:08 - Had a tough conversation with a recruiter who said the same thing you always say for people over 50 ("Network!") he said that healthcare is the most competitive market right now - is he right?

27:02 -  Could you please give some tips on getting an application through an ATS system?

28:13 - If I have an offer from a company that I don't like because of location but waiting on another offer from a potential employer. How could I handle that situation?

30:30 - In what ways can I plan to create a good Elevator Pitch?

32:02 - How and when should one address negative/inflammatory news items about them that appear on a google search? These are things that can’t be removed like unflattering Facebook photos.

33:46 - Great learning videos JT. So do I send my resume for review via PDF after completing the video, through the link at the end? I did send it via Slack. Feedback?

34:32 - I have an upcoming interview for a company in Hawaii. The recruiter said the hiring manager is going to ask me why I would want to move to Hawaii. I'm not sure I do yet, advice?

36:05 - Can previous managers / recruiters blacklist you on various job platforms?

37:28 - Now that I have a new job how should I update my LinkedIn profile? Is it okay to connect with all my coworkers or should I wait?

38:26 - How to make the best use of career fairs in the University?

40:44 - How to convince an employer that your skills are transferable? I think I can manage and build a team or whatever in lots of industries, but a job ad will say "5 years in XYZ industry".

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