Career Advice for the Smart Job Seeker
Insights on elevating your resume, job search and personal growth
On the (virtual) fence about remote work? 9 reasons why it will broaden your career horizons
Have you heard about all these remote job opportunities out there, but you’re on the fence about the benefits of working online? Wonder no more! From fewer geographical constraints to broader job options and unique professional development possibilities, it’s no wonder remote work is becoming so popular. JobLeads’ career coaches have put together a list of 9 highly compelling reasons why remote work has transformed the career trajectory of hundreds of our clients. We also show you how easy it is to find great remote positions all in one place on JobLeads.
Cracking the Code of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
In this blog post, we debunk the myth of recruiters being replaced by technology. Instead, we share how companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to streamline initial resume screening. As many people soon find out, ATS are ruthless at filtering incoming applications against job requirements. Drawing on two decades of career coaching expertise, we share 10 quick tips to help you ‘beat’ the ATS, ensuring your resume gets through the technology gatekeeping your access to great jobs.
About Jobleads
Founded in 2007, JobLeads has transformed the job search process for thousands of people across more than 40 countries. Combining the latest technology with our deep expertise in the career field, we’re proud to be the leading one-stop resource for job seekers to accelerate their careers.
Our core mission is simple: We strive to help job seekers land their ideal job faster and more efficiently. To achieve this, we offer a broad range of tools and services that cater to the unique needs of every professional, whether they’re just starting their career, or are seasoned professionals seeking a transition.
At JobLeads, we believe that the job seeking process should be empowering, efficient, and rewarding. Through our tech-driven approach and expert insights, we're changing the way people find and secure their dream job.
What’s the objective of this blog? Simple. It’s to share easy-to-apply, genuinely valuable insights, tips, and strategies to enhance your career journey. We delve deep into a plethora of career topics, offering you a rich and up-to-date source of industry knowledge and practical advice.
Using Marketing Psychology for Your Job Application
In ths blog post we show you how to unlock your job search potential with the strategic application of marketing psychology principles. We share 6 effective techniques to instantly capture hiring managers’ attention. We explain why crafting an attention-grabbing resume headline and highlighting quantifiable achievements speak volumes about your impact. Harness the power of storytelling, employ design principles, and demonstrate your initiative by understanding the company´s unique challenges. Leverage scarcity to create urgency and stand out in the competitive job market. By applying marketing psychology techniques, you will transform your job application into an irresistible proposition for any hiring manager
How to Follow a Targeted Job Search Strategy
In the ever-evolving landscape of job hunting, there’s no one-size-fits-all formula for success. However, there are several methods that have been proven time and time again to land you a dream job faster, especially when pursued in tandem. With nearly two decades of experience in coaching professionals, JobLeads shares 6 highly reliable methods to find that dream job – the 6 Pillars of Job Search Excellence.
Overcoming Age Bias in the Job Market
Age bias in the hiring process is real. So too is your power to do something about it. In this blog post, we explore what age bias in recruitment looks like and the reasons why potential employers may discriminate against more experienced workers. We then share 7 straightforward tips that you can instantly implement to avoid age discrimination in your next job application.
How to Address Career Gaps in a Resume
In our latest blog post, you’ll learn how to effectively explain your career gaps to recruiters. Learn why you shouldn’t fear the judgment of hiring managers (and how to use gaps as red flag alerts for potential employers). We offer practical techniques to efficiently address gaps on your resume, with straightforward advice about how to highlight these to your advantage. From family leave to career pivots, we share real examples for inspiration. Don’t let career gaps hold you back – leverage them as opportunities for growth and success!
How Long Should My Resume Be
Demonstrating the impact you’ve made on an organization is crucial to standing out from your competition when searching for a new job (or aiming for a promotion or pay increase). Showcasing at least 2-3 relevant achievements in each recent role is a great way to do this. In the following blog post, we explore the importance of including achievements in your resume, and offer guidance plus real examples for how to measure both quantifiable and seemingly non-quantifiable accomplishments.
How to Quantify Your Resume
Demonstrating the impact you’ve made on an organization is crucial to standing out from your competition when searching for a new job (or aiming for a promotion or pay increase). Showcasing at least 2-3 relevant achievements in each recent role is a great way to do this. In the following blog post, we explore the importance of including achievements in your resume, and offer guidance plus real examples for how to measure both quantifiable and seemingly non-quantifiable accomplishments.
Between Hope & Hired - The Emotional Rollercoaster of Job Seeking
If you’re finding your job hunt stressful or even traumatic, you’re not alone. It’s a little acknowledged but highly common aspect of putting yourself out there and searching for a new role. In this blog post, we delve into the most frequent causes of stress, and share 10 awesome pieces of advice from our career coaches about how to cope constructively with the job hunting process.
8 Common Job Search Mistakes
Are you getting really frustrated by your job hunt, and you’re not sure what to do about it? We hear you. JobLeads has coached thousands of job seekers just like you over the past 15 years, so we know what you’re going through. While there’s definitely a lot of competition out there, often it takes just a few simple tactics to turn your job search luck around. Our career coaches have put together 8 of the most common mistakes to avoid, plus 11 steps to take right now to increase your dream job odds.
Why Recruiters Look for Purple Squirrels
Ever heard of a purple squirrel? If you want your resume to land in front of a hiring manager, this post will tell you everything you need to know about why recruiters put so much energy into seeking this elusive creature. We’ll show you how to carefully analyze the job description and tweak your resume to shine as the ideal candidate (AKA purple squirrel) and land your dream job faster!
Answering Common Interview Questions
The standard getting-to-know-you interview question “Tell me about yourself” can be daunting to even the most seasoned job seeker. Unfortunately, most fail to answer it properly because they struggle to find the right words.
Navigating Culture Fit
Culture fit is the idea that the ‘ideal’ employee possesses a set of behaviors, values, and beliefs that align with the organization’s own.