Andrea Hoffer, MS, MBA’s Post

Are your job ads saying "We are hiring," "Join our team," or "Here are our open positions"? If so, you're missing out on top talent. Here's why 👇🏻 These generic posts only capture the attention of active job seekers. But what about those hidden gems who aren't actively looking but might be intrigued by your offer? And let's not forget the power of word-of-mouth—friends and family of potential candidates could share your post if it catches their eye. Referrals are gold ! Plus, those who aren't interested in your specific job might explore your careers page and find a better fit. Your job ads are also a reflection of your company. If they don't convey excitement and care, why should candidates be interested? Taking a few extra minutes to craft a compelling post can make all the difference in attracting top talent. Remember, the best candidates often don't apply for jobs, and the best jobs aren't always advertised! #recruitment #referrals

Job seeking can be tough! I've heard many extremely qualified candidates say they have applied to xyz amount of jobs, have interviewed at so many places, but they still haven't landed a role. It's important to remember and know that sometimes your resume and interviewing skills don't need tweaked anymore. A lot of what it comes down to is TIMING and DEMAND. When it comes to your resume, it should be easy to read and find the most relevant information for the roles you're going for, highlight your key accomplishments to make you stand out, and should be factual with no extra fluff ("hard-worker", etc. tells an employer nothing). When looking at job descriptions posted, is there anything specific certain roles are asking for? For example, not entertaining candidates without "SEO" experience. Is there anything you can upskill during this downtime to be able to add that additional skill or knowledge? Secondly, it could be the recruitment cycle the company is in (which could be based on fiscal year, or time of year). With summer just around the corner, hiring managers may be on vacation more which could create a little bit of slow down. (Hiring managers - this is where we can help, which can assist in you actually taking your vacation. 😉 ) After months of little progress, it's easy to think that you are the problem and start searching for things to "fix." This is a reminder that you are NOT the problem (unlike T. Swift). Continue building your network, making connections, applying for roles, and maintaining your faith. Your opportunity is coming; you WILL find a new role, and this waiting period will soon be a distant memory. It's all part of the process... #faithoverfear #jobsearch #creativeroles

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭? How long did you spend on the post just above this post? How long will you spend on the post just below this post? Heck, even the posts of people you REALLY LIKE and support daily... you know you probably didn't read their entire post... It's the same with resumes friends... I am probably one of the most sensitive hiring managers that ever existed... When a person puts their heart & soul into their resume, carefully framing every accomplishment... I felt a duty to give that document its due attention... and with all my heart... 𝐈 𝐠𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝟕 𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟎 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐬!  (PS. this is the 7 sec mark in this post😉) Why so little? Because most did NOT do what they were supposed to do. They didn't 𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐕𝐄 𝐌𝐘 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐁𝐋𝐄𝐌𝐒... and FAST! 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐦𝐞, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫. Is this fair? 100% NOT! Is this reality? 100% YES! Keep in this in mind. The average job opening attracts 250 applications... some get as many as 1,000... or MORE! The average recruiter is trying to fill more than a dozen openings... the average hiring manager is fitting her recruiting duties of those one or two openings into her schedule while shuffling all her other duties which makes it a low priority... So, that 3-page literary masterpiece in which you use the unique phrase "𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒔 𝑫𝒓𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒏 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒇𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍" in which you go into great detail about WHAT you do rather than HOW WELL you do it... well... You have 7 seconds... friends...🤷♂️ I know this post is a bit "abrasive"... but you spent 21 seconds reading it so it must have made "some" sense... #resumes #leadership #careers #careerchange #resumetips #backtowork #momswhowork

If the goal is to find right jobs aligning with your values/goals/expectations (salary).   You’re not allowed just to polish your resume and randomly hit job boards.   Competition is among top 10% of applicants. Rest are ‘easy applying’.   So, do what top 10% applicants are doing to attract & convert right job opportunities 👇   →Clearly define your career goals. →Target specific companies/roles that align with your values. →Identify and network with the target audience (recruiters/HMs). →Apply for fewer & targeted jobs; invest more time; focus on quality apps. →After each job application, reach out to recruiters and HMs. And Follow up. →Promote yourself online. Optimize LinkedIn; build an audience and engage. Because,   ❌ The goal isn’t to land interviews for any job. ✔️ The goal is to get the right one.   Agree?   P.S.: This roadmap helped one of my executive clients land 5 interviews in the last 10-15 days. Hopefully, we’ll enter the New Year with her success story. I’ll keep you people posted. #jobsearch #resume #resumewriting #executives

Underrated job search hack: go the extra mile. You can't be doing what everyone else is doing and expect different results. You just: - search for job openings - apply with the same resume - apply to the next job opening The issue there is, you're competing with 100s of other candidates and you don't stand out in any way. What if you: ➡️ Reached out to 15 recruiters to build mutual relationships and add value to them. BOOM! You're on their list of top talent. ➡️ Spent 10 minutes tailoring your resume for each role? You show each company that you understand their needs. ➡️ Emailed the hiring manager a quick "thank you" after applying? You've demonstrated that you're a candidate with enthusiasm and initiative. ➡️ Sent 10 personalized networking messages instead of mass blasts. You've exposed yourself to more potential job opportunities. Job search success doesn't come from sending 100s of applications. It comes from: - showing you care - putting your best foot forward - standing out in a sea of candidates You stand out by taking those smart, strategic steps. Ready to crush your job search? Drop a comment below with your favorite "extra mile" tip. #extramile #jobsearchsuccess #HedraConsulting

Are you making these mistakes in your job search, and wondering why you're not hearing back from recruiters? ➡️  Being too broad with your search ➡️  Blindly applying and expecting results ➡️ "Panic Applying" ➡️ Not leveraging your network Good news is that it only takes a few "tweaks" to build momentum in your search, so that you start getting contacted by recruiters! One of the most important things to do is to pause and get clear on your direction. Would you get in a car for a long road trip without any destination in mind and sans GPS? I'm guessing, likely not if you wanted to end up somewhere that you were excited about! Exact same for your job search. 👉 Come join me for a free online Masterclass where I'll share key strategies to set you up for success in your search, so that you can actually start speaking with hiring managers! With over a decade of recruiting experience, I'm going to share all my expert tips to help you stand out at the top of the hiring pool 💫 You’ll learn how to: 🔥 Stand out as a top candidate and get noticed by recruiters 🔥 Prioritize your time and set up a focused search 🔥 Cultivate the confidence to apply for jobs, even if you don’t feel fully qualified. It’s going to be fun and I hope to see you there! 👉 Save your Spot @ link in bio and comments #careercoach #jobsearchtips #jobseekers

If you have applied to countless jobs and have not been receiving replies, this is my advice to you. 💡🗣📢☝ I see a lot of people talking recently about the state of the job market, especially in supply-saturated fields like software engineering - 1️⃣ Keep in mind that in today's world, it's very likely your resume isn't being read by humans at all; it is screened by AI resume parsing tools. 🤖 These tools are designed to look for certain keywords. Narrow down on what's important to employers to your field. If you aren't already skilled in those things, become skilled in them quickly, so that you can honestly list them on your resume. 🛠️💡🎯🧠 2️⃣ Show your resume to those close to you. Most of your friends would be glad to provide their input on it. It's a good opportunity to put your profile on the top of their mind, too. 3️⃣ Understand adverse selection. People who are incompetent are the most likely to be applying to any given job, as they are the most likely to be searching, and their search will likely last longer. You have to prove that you are not one of those people. 4️⃣ Don't underestimate the value of a personal touch. Don't be scared to Google company directories and send cold emails to hiring managers. This likeliness that this tactic will work increases as the size of the company decreases. For smaller companies, showing up at reception and asking to speak with someone creates a sense of obligation. Leverage this to your advantage and show them that you are a competent and motivated job-seeker, and would make a good employee. 🤝 5️⃣ Lastly, it's always a good idea to reach out to your friends to ask if their company is hiring. It's even better to ask your friends to ask THEIR friends if their companies are hiring. Doing this exponentially expands your reach. In many cases, this can be an easier ask. Good luck! Keep your head up! #resume #jobsearch #hiring #lookingforwork #jobmarket

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲’𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗡𝗼 𝗢𝗻𝗲’𝘀 𝗚𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱: 𝗔 𝗙𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 In today’s job market, it feels like a paradox. Everywhere you look, companies are posting "We're Hiring!" signs and advertisements, yet so many talented, eager individuals are left waiting in the wings, endlessly refreshing their inboxes for that one email that never seems to arrive. It’s disheartening, isn’t it? For every job posting, there are dozens, sometimes hundreds, of applicants pouring their hearts into their applications, crafting the perfect resumes, and preparing for interviews with a mix of hope and anxiety. But despite all this effort, it seems like the doors remain shut. The frustration builds with each rejection, each unanswered email, and every generic response that says, "We have decided to move forward with other candidates." It's not just about finding a job; it’s about finding a place where your skills, passions, and hard work are valued. And when that connection doesn’t happen, it feels like a profound disconnect between the needs of the companies and the dreams of those who strive to be part of something meaningful. We’re stuck in this loop where everyone’s searching, everyone’s trying, but somehow, it feels like no one’s truly finding what they’re looking for. The result is a sea of disillusionment and a collective sigh from those who are just hoping for a chance to prove themselves. #corporate #corporatelife

You're looking for how much experience?!?! 😲 Have you ever come across job postings demanding seemingly impossible experience levels? Like asking for 5 years of experience from recent graduates or 7 years in software that's barely 2 years old? Welcome to the world of the 'Unicorn Candidate Syndrome.' 🔍 The Misleading Expectations: Many companies, overwhelmed by a flood of applications, set unrealistically high expectations. They believe this will attract the best talent. However, this approach often misses the mark. 🔑 Understanding the True Needs: These job postings reveal more than they intend. They show that employers, swamped by the saturated job market, are trying to filter down to the most qualified candidates. But there's a better way to approach this. 🚀 Turning the Tables: As a job seeker or an employer, it’s crucial to look beyond the stated requirements. Question them. What does the employer truly seek? 🤝 My Approach with How to job: When I work with companies on staffing solutions, the discussion begins with company culture, work style, and even personality traits. We focus on what success looks like after a year, emphasizing soft skills like leadership and communication. Only then do we delve into experience requirements. 🔄 Backward Engineering Job Ads: For job seekers, I can guide you in reverse engineering these adverts to understand what's truly needed. 🎯 For Employers: Let How to job assist you in creating a virtual job spec solution that focuses on your actual needs. There's a pool of incredible job seekers out there, and you might be missing out due to these types of adverts. Let's connect and explore how we can make the job market more accessible and accurate for everyone! #JobSeekers #CareerAdvice #RecruitmentStrategy #TalentAcquisition #CompanyCulture

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