The Dirty Secret Behind Applicant Tracking Systems: Qualified Candidates Need Not Apply

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I recently walked a client through a company's applicant tracking system and it was an unbelievably painful experience. Companies have made the barriers to entry so difficult that it is amazing that they receive the thousands of applications that they do. It is not unusual for the upload process for...

Ten Reasons Why Your Resume Isn’t Working

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I don't know what it is about resumes. People seem to get so caught up in what they think a resume "should" be that they overlook what a resume can be...an entree to a new role, a new career, a new life. Some people seem to treat their resumes like they are their tax returns...break a rule and get p...

What are Resume Keywords?

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We've all searched for something online by typing in a word or phrase that closely resembles the type of information we are looking for. We find information and make decisions about products and services via these types of searches. Employers use a similar method to find the applicants that best mat...

Google’s Crowded Interview Table

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According to HR Magazine's SHRM 2009 HR Trend Book, Google, known for its innovative culture, is putting a new twist on the interview process. They are using a technique known as crowd sourcing, which is based on James Surowiecki's work and his belief that any given group of people is always s...