Tag: job applications
Talent Tip #159: Airing of Application Grievances: Holiday Lessons For Job Seekers
December 13, 2023
The Talent Market Team
Pour the eggnog and erect the Festivus pole – it’s time for our annual Airing of the Application Grievances!
Now, before we jump in, keep in mind that the ladies of Talent Market see a sleigh full of job applications each year (4,000+ this year!). That means we see thousands of reasons for people to land on Santa’s Nice List…and just as many (if not more) for them to end up on…
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Talent Tip #74: Give The Gift That Keeps on Givng…er…Giving
December 17, 2015
Talent Tip #74: Give The Gift That Keeps on Givng Giving
Still struggling to find the perfect gift for that special someone this season? Debating between the Hutzler 571 Banana Slicer and the Perfect Bacon Bowl?
Well, debate no more. I have the perfect holiday gift for all of your friends and loved ones — especially those on the job hunt.
This year, give the gift of Spell Check.
Not only is it…
Read MoreTalent Tip #26: Show me the Money! (Or I’ll Keep Quoting Overused Movie Lines)
October 18, 2011
Job hunters, huddle up.
I care about you guys. So, it pains me when I see you do things to shoot yourself in the foot. Namely, when you don’t provide salary information when requested in job postings.
Let’s first think about the main reason nonprofits want your salary requirements up front: they need to know whether you’re in the range they have budgeted for the role. It’s just that simple. There’s no evil conspiracy to tell your ex-wife how much you…
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