Eight interviews, then crickets. This candidate heard nothing after an extensive series of conversations—including with the startup’s CEO. Yet from all accounts, each interview went very well. The candidate, frustrated, made polite …
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Job Search in Tech: How to Set Up an Easy, Highly Targeted System
Right place, right time. Nowhere is that combination more powerful than in job search. But, how can you insert yourself into just the right company, at just the right time? Hiring bursts happen when two things intersect: an influx of …
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From the Job Market Trenches: Hard to Hire or Hard to Get Hired?
The employment scene today is more perplexing than ever, especially for those over 50. On the one hand, employers complain about being unable to hire. On the other hand, candidates complain about being unable to get hired. Commentary in …
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Mine Your Digital Life to Find Niche Job Postings
Is it just me, or does it seem like job postings are turning up in the most unlikely places? This is good news for job seekers. Sure, you probably stay on top of the major sites where tech jobs are likely to be posted, sites like Dice.com, …
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Imposter Syndrome: Even the Best in Tech Suffer From It
One of my friends, laid off from Airbnb when the pandemic began, was unexpectedly thrust into job search mode. In describing her search, she reported a tactical change for interview prep. She now made a concerted effort not to look at the …
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