Job Seeker Support

Building a pipeline of over 1,000 candidates showed me something I didn’t fully appreciate before. There are a lot of qualified people out there, but not everyone knows how to position themselves. I’v… more

Is the job market completely broken right now? I was recently laid off after 10 years, and I’ve applied to about 300 jobs on LinkedIn. I’m applying for perfect fits and even roles I'm overqualifie… more

Im 63 with 4 years left till i retire at 67. Looking for work at this age is like looking for the Holy Grail.

Any ideas on the path i could follow at this late stage?

I’ve seen several articles saying that this is a bad year for summer jobs for kids. And those are the types of jobs that I’m applying to because nothing else is working. Does it seem like I would be t… more

I am currently in Ontario, Canada right now and working in one of the top 5 banks here. I am thinking to do CAMS certification to get better job and upskill myself but would like to have some advice from th… more

I am 65 and want to work, but getting hired on at this age is close to impossible. I want a real job with a Good Salary, not minimum wage, when I ve worked in Management. It is So hurtful and humiliat… more

Hello, I just recently left my job as a Program Analyst for a County Department of Human Services because I had lost all motivation and there was no room for growth. I accepted an offer for a job that… more

I’ve had four interviews this month that ended with a positive "we’ll be in touch," but it’s been total silence ever since. I can't tell if I need to fix my interview closing strategy or… more

I’m an introvert. Interviews are torture. The thought of going into another new job and having to meet new people is scary. And now I’m supposed to network? Any suggestions for a shy person?

Ive completed a 4 week Employability Course to help me look for work.
It was a very well presented, informative course.

I have been applying to state jobs and soon after a questionnaire is sent to fill out. Typically 10 essay questions. I have never gotten an interview doing these. The last position same thing, but then got… more

I applied somewhere and had an interview but at the end of it the employer told me she had to train a couple of her people first. She sounded like she was inundated because her front desk couldn’t wor… more

I swear, job hunting is worse than any dating app right now. I keep getting interviews set up, only for the company to ghost me or cancel the role entirely before we even talk. It’s like the workplace… more

Most people underestimate how much value is created by consistency.A good decision repeated 1,000 times beats a brilliant decision made once.Compounding isn't just financial.It's behavioral.

I’ve noticed that the way I start conversations has gotten a lot more relaxed over time when in interviews. Less trying to impress, more just being clear about what I bring to the table. It’s a small … more

I’m irritated at LinkedIn. They had a job posted that was really a great fit for me, and the recruiter contacted me the day they got my application. Unfortunately, the job wasn’t in the city that Link… more

Indeed sends a message to suggest that you should message the hiring manager after applying. Has anyone done that? Do you think it helps with getting interviews?

🚨Question of the week ⁉️

What is one thing you’ve done recently to maintain your confidence or momentum that you would recommend to everyone else in this group?

Has anyone applied for a position on a company website and been given the option to NOT have AI part of your candidacy assessment, while assuring it does not impact your assessment for the role? Thoug… more

What happens when you happen to receive one of those "green cards" in the mail saying you are being summoned for JURY DUTY ? If the hiring manager wants to know if you are committed in any … more

I had a good initial chat with a recruiter, and they asked for my availability for next steps. I sent my availability to them promptly, and that was a week ago. No calendar invite, no email, no nothin… more

Why do companies choose fresh grads over years of proven experience? I’ve noticed a trend lately where highly qualified candidates with years of experience get passed over, while recent graduates are … more

Is it just me or are there less job openings now?

Are we in the summer slump already?

This is the first time I have had a career gap in my life.

1) How many jobs do people usually apply to each day?

2) How do you make cover letters sound interesting?

I’ve been in the trenches of a long job search for months, and I feel like the longer it goes on, the more it looks like a red flag to employers. Even though, as we all know, the job market is a mess.… more

There was a moment where I realized I was saying “yes” to every interview, even for roles I wasn’t fully interested in and paid really low. It felt productive, but it also drained my energy. Being a l… more

So I thought I had a virtual interview it turns out to be an information session with the recruiter. The recruiter said, “I wish you applied 2wks ago because the person we are thinking about may not a… more

Interviewed for weeks at this company, only for them to tell me “You interviewed very well, however we are moving on with an internal hire”
Is that even true or just a polite way of rejection?

Caught myself checking the same application status multiple times in one day like it was going to magically change. It’s funny how the waiting part can turn into its own habit. At some point, I will t… more

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I'm a Web Developer and SEO Specialist with a BSc in IT Software Engineering. I've built and optimized multiple websites and am exploring international full-time, freelance, and contract opportunities.

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Resume update question - I'm in IT for over 25 years. OOW 6 months now. I have a great history of Tier 2/3 work. I know I don't want to manage. I like having set hours and I'm generally happ… more

So frustrating! I have been getting calls from a “virtual recruiter “ that is not working right. The voice is garbled and it doesn’t hear me speak. I can’t find any way to contact a real person. Why d… more

👋 Looking for a Social Media Manager internship!

I have hands-on experience in content planning, audience engagement & analytics. Also open to SEO & Paid Ads roles.

I'm motivated, a quick learner & ready to co… more

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.

Pivoting to Fully Remote Roles – Any advice?

Hey everyone! I have 2+ years of medical/dental admin experience. I'm looking to pivot into a 100% fully remote global role (Virtual Assistant, Customer Support, or… more