Let’s start with the challenges facing STEM employers. Several factors have exacerbated the STEM graduate shortage: There is a growing issue of talent churn due to globalization and flexible working arrangements, which have contributed to organizational instability and knowledge retention. The high demand for STEM skills and the rise of remote and hybrid work arrangements … Continue Reading
Let’s address the myth of the holiday-hiring hiatus. Year-end job seekers often face additional challenges, such as people being unavailable due to planned time off. You may have bought into the misconception that job hunting during the holidays is a waste of time. Hiring is a year-round process, and December is no exception. I recall … Continue Reading
Not all resume writers and career coaches are the same. Some can seriously hold you back in your job search. Updated for 2025 When I first published this post in 2018, resume writing was already a crowded, often confusing space. Since then, the landscape has shifted drastically, making an already crowded space even messier. In … Continue Reading
The Classic Job Search Approach Most people don’t read a job posting carefully before applying (more on that later). Most people also approach the job search reactively, usually when they face an unwelcome scenario like a layoff. There’s the common misconception that the job search is a numbers game. The more resumes you send out, … Continue Reading
Story Time I was inspired to write this post by one of my clients, who I’ll refer to as Amy throughout this post. Amy is a graduate student on the cusp of finishing her Ph.D. in analytical chemistry. She contacted me to help her target industry roles that leverage her organic and bioinorganic synthesis and … Continue Reading
I love the fall season. There’s something about the weather, the coziness, the drinks, the holidays, and the colorful leaves that make that satisfying crunch as you walk over them. It’s also the time of year when my calendar gets jam-packed with many returning clients looking to update their resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and other documents. … Continue Reading
This post will cover: What is a reference sheet? A reference sheet is a list of people you provide to an employer who can speak positively about your work ethic and the skills, experiences, and achievements that reflect the qualities you bring to the position. How do employers use references? A study by SkillSurvey, an … Continue Reading
My Bad Interview Story I want to start by sharing my worst interview experience to date. I remember it vividly. It was the summer of 2014. I took a big risk and moved to the Netherlands with no job lined up and excited about the prospect of living and working abroad. I was actively searching … Continue Reading
Informational Interview Overview An informational interview is an informal, focused conversation about a topic that interests you. In the context of a job search, these interviews revolve around meeting someone who can share valuable insights into what it’s like to work in a specific role, company, or industry. Informational interviews are a great networking tool … Continue Reading
You’ve sent your personalized LinkedIn invite. The person accepts. Now what? Most people invite someone to connect, wait for them to accept, and leave it at that. You’re going to do things differently. Once this person becomes a 1st-degree connection, you can view the profiles of their connections. You can also use LinkedIn’s messaging feature … Continue Reading
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