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What is the significance of an interviewer saying they are still interviewing other candidates and will get back to you soon?Continue Reading

Why are they interviewing someone else who was referred to them after asking for my references?Continue Reading

A trick question with a true answer.Continue Reading

This is a short story about how elephants are kept imprisoned that I believe is a good reminder for many of us.Continue Reading

Raise Your Hand . . . Again By Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter Many people, myself, as well, have written about the mind-numbing quality of the school system (for future reference, anything that refers to itself as a “system” is something to avoid). Between it’s preparation for the world of work through obedience and...Continue Reading

Land a New Job Without Ads or Recruiters: 10 Easy Tactics By Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter Most information workers in the US get hired through conversations, not “Apply” buttons. If you’re willing to be a little braver and a lot more intentional, you can land a new job without ever responding to a...Continue Reading

Some of you may think a few of these are overt. For employers, there are several signals you give that show you're a loser.Continue Reading

Is it necessary for your LinkedIn profile to be different from your resume and cover letter, or can you simply copy and paste the same information into each document?Continue Reading

What Do You Tell A Soon-to-Be Grad About the Job Market By Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter I’d tell students this: don’t panic, but don’t be passive either. Yes, the job market feels tough right now. Yes, AI is changing how companies hire. And yes, a lot of entry-level jobs are getting more competitive....Continue Reading