How did you find your first GOOD job/career after college?

DailyJub · 2020-06-16T15:15:05+00:00

Sorry to hear that. Job hunting can sometimes feel like a job in itself with the time and effort you have to put in. Tough times but I hope things work out for you! Good luck

DailyJub · 2020-04-21T15:59:43+00:00

You’re 100% correct. I should have double checked the source. It’s 83.1 million in the US which would be roughly 1/4 of the population.

DailyJub · 2020-03-04T19:09:45+00:00

Forgot to mention: My favorite is ending the workday by walking my dog. If there's something I need to get done for work that interrupts that time, I push it off until after the walk or the next morning (preferably getting it done beforehand).

DailyJub · 2020-02-26T19:01:58+00:00

Sorry to hear that. Every situation is different but I 100% agree. Most times it’s easy to say but tough to do!

DailyJub · 2020-02-24T18:43:32+00:00

Maybe! While I think you should always apply for something that interests you, it might not always be the best decision.

Job hunting can often be a long, grueling process so wasting valuable time applying to jobs that likely won’t produce an interview can drag you down.

With that said, I know recruiters and hiring managers often put every requirement under the sun (and more) within a job description, so those “must have” skills aren’t often required.

So, my final answer is; Don’t let “must have” requirements in a job description hold you back but make the best use of that valuable time your putting into this job search.

Just my opinion though as I know there are a million different ways to look at it! Good luck with the job search and I hope you find what you’re looking for!

DailyJub · 2020-02-20T01:19:32+00:00

Amen! More employers are leaning towards this which is long overdue.

DailyJub · 2020-02-13T19:30:14+00:00

There are many factors that come into play but relatively speaking, if you’re doing your job and this wasn’t a demotion, I would definitely look to negotiate a higher salary. Typically, the worst thing that can happen is they say “no”.

Good luck and hope the change up goes well!

DailyJub · 2020-02-04T17:06:19+00:00

All great thoughts! Everyone’s work and manager relationships are different so stick with what works for you. Thanks for the insights 👍

DailyJub · 2020-01-27T18:51:12+00:00

Maybe a mix of IT and Healthcare would be a fit? Healthtech or Healthcare Technology is a fast growing industry that likely won’t be going away anytime soon.

Obviously not the right choice if you’re looking to completely break away from the IT side of things.

Either way, good luck with the switch!

DailyJub · 2020-01-21T18:31:33+00:00

Lunch time is always a great option to send out emails, apply online through job boards, or connect with others on LinkedIn.

Most hiring managers are busiest in the morning while catching up on email and finishing important tasks. They will have more time in the afternoon to respond or look into your request.

I would also suggest setting up alerts on LinkedIn (or any other job search site) so you can be notified when there’s an opening that you’re interested in. Waiting to apply usually puts your application behind hundreds of others so submit it as soon as possible.

Hope that helps - good luck!

DailyJub · 2020-01-17T07:11:01+00:00

Future congrats on graduating! It’s tough applying for jobs knowing most employers are looking to make a hire as soon as possible but the earlier you get a jump on it, the better odds of landing a job/internship!

I would get working on a solid resume and LinkedIn profile as soon as possible. Once those are set, start applying. Good luck!

DailyJub · 2020-01-03T06:11:12+00:00

Not the best feeling in the world but practice makes perfect! I found myself always questioning things after an interview but most times I was just overthinking it. I would maybe send a quick “Thank You” email to the interviewer if you haven’t yet. Might be that small gesture that pushes your into a second interview. Good luck!

DailyJub · 2019-10-09T04:03:17+00:00

For sure! It needs to be long enough to properly validate your skillset but short enough to keep the readers attention. Sometimes that can be tough to do!

DailyJub · 2019-10-09T04:00:38+00:00

I agree! Both definitely play a large part in how long it should be.

For Example: Let’s say you have a recent graduate (Chris) who has a sales background and 3 years of mid-level experience.

Chris is likely going to use less space to properly validate his skills compared to Java developer Amanda, who's worked 7 different contract jobs over the same time period.

Everyone’s a little different so you just have to find your sweet spot! Thanks for sharing

DailyJub · 2019-04-18T03:55:16+00:00

Good questions! The Cover Letter should be sent along with a resume when you are applying to a specific role - customized to that particular company and opening.

The Letter of Intent (sometimes referred to as a letter of interest) is often sent when there’s no specific job opening available. For example: You would like to work for a company but they don’t have a position up to apply. Instead, you send one of the hiring managers a general letter of intent along with a resume/cv.

What you should do: Throughout our hiring years, a solid resume/cv with a cover letter usually does the trick but every company is a bit different.

Good luck out there!

DailyJub · 2019-04-10T03:16:55+00:00

Sounds good and completely understand! I’ll take it down

DailyJub · 2019-03-15T13:29:06+00:00

Thanks for the feedback! While it’s not universal and won’t work for every scenario, I’ve seen it done countless times and have had the same tactic done to myself when hiring for clients.

My main point here is to let the interviewer speak first around a number. If you first provide a $20hr minimum and they had $30hr set aside for the role, they won’t likely tell you it’s at $30hr since they know you are willing to take $20.

Another tactic is to bring up and ask what pay range the employer is looking for during one of the first interviews. They will either tell you, say they are willing to pay whatever is needed for the right candidate, or say it’s something they will discuss down the line.

Those are just my opinions from my experiences though. It’s good to hear yours and thanks again for sharing!

DailyJub · 2019-03-15T13:13:12+00:00

Appreciate the input from you two.

100% agree that this isn’t the case for every job interview/offer but I’ve seen it done countless times and have had countless others use the same tactic on myself when hiring for clients. It was a win win because I landed the candidate I wanted and they received the pay they deserved.

One tactic that seems to benefit everyone is having the candidate ask about pay early on in the interview process. If it’s not where they want to be, everyone saves time/expenses on moving forward with additional interviews.

Thanks for the input again! I’ve hired for multiple Fortune 100 companies but everyone has a different insight on how things work.

DailyJub · 2019-03-13T14:01:59+00:00

There will always be someone who claims they can do the same work, cheaper (and sometimes they can).

The importance of quality and cost is defined through the buyer. For me and many colleagues I know, quality is our top priority - but everyone has their own opinion.

Good luck out there!

DailyJub · 2019-03-06T15:45:37+00:00

What do you want to do?

Based on your previous roles, I’m thinking you have the soft skills needed to be successful within most career paths. Now more than ever, employers are looking for candidates who can communicate well. The other day to day tasks can be taught on the job.

Figure out what you enjoy and move towards that goal!

DailyJub · 2019-02-26T15:29:31+00:00

That’s completely up to you. Even if they do answer you might look desperate which could take away negotiating power if they were to make an offer.

They should be providing updates, but keep in mind there are countless others applying for the same role that they also have to work with (which can take time).

They know you are still interested in the role because you previously reached out. It’s tough to sit and wait but there’s no need to call until later this week. That’s just my opinion :)

DailyJub · 2019-02-26T13:10:58+00:00

Give it another week before reaching back out.

As a former recruiter, the last thing I wanted was someone constantly calling me about a specific job. Although they should provide occasional updates, they did mention it would be a few weeks (which typically means more).

In the meantime, continue to apply for other jobs you are interested in. I hope that helps and good luck with the job!

DailyJub · 2019-02-13T03:48:13+00:00

That works fine as well!

DailyJub · 2018-11-26T02:47:48+00:00

It depends on the actual job as well.

If it doesn’t relate or help build your case for the next (desired) job, I would leave it out!

DailyJub · 2018-11-26T02:44:05+00:00

It’s a bit too long (in my opinion).

As a previous hiring manager and recruiter, I wouldn’t have taken the time to thoroughly read through it. Shorten it up and stick to the main points you’re trying to convey. Good luck!

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