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Finding the right balance between tailoring applications and casting a wide net is tricky. But here's the thing: quality beats quantity. Instead of applying for every job you find, well-targeted applications boost your chances of landing interviews. The key? Maximizing time without cutting corners. Want 5 free resources to get it right? Check out this week's Teal Talk! #jobsearch #resume #resumetips

A tailored resume is the fastest way to show you're exactly what a company needs. TL;DR? Even if jobs have similar titles, their priorities will be different. Tailoring your resume shows you get that and can meet those more specific requirements. To customize your resume, use a JD to match your: ✔ Experience ✔Skills ✔ Keywords Want to learn to do that quickly? Check out this week's Teal Talk. (Plus, find out how Teal's new feature—Resume Curation—can help you customize even faster.) #jobsearch #resume

Many job seekers have been burned by exploitative work interview projects. Now, ~1/2 of job seekers think the practice should be banned. In the comments of this LinkedIn poll, job seekers cited experiences where they didn't get the job but the company published their project work anyway. Others consider the time investment too great, given the lack of ownership or guarantee on the candidates' side. Most agreed projects should be paid and/or very short. What's your take? #jobs #data #jobsearch

Job seekers are keeping receipts. 👀 #jobsearch #jobs #career

How to read a job description as a job seeker: 1. Read the entire job description thoroughly. 2. Be cautious of job listings that seem way too good to be true, require a fee to apply, or ask for personal information upfront, those are scams. 3. Identify the key responsibilities and qualifications. 4. Highlight essential keywords and skills. (Teal automates this and helps you add these terms to your resume) 5. Assess if your experience aligns with the requirements. Pro tip: Responsibility bullet points are typically listed in order of importance. Mike Peditto shares insights into how hiring managers and recruiters write JDs so you know what to look for when reading and deciding which jobs to pursue. #job #jobsearch #career

Let's talk projects in the job interview phase. Yay or nay?

Have job search questions? Come to office hours with Our Director of Talent Mike Peditto Mike will be live to answer questions about resumes, job interviews, ATS systems, Teal, and anything else jobsearch related. Share with a friend, comment any questions you want to make sure he gets to.

Recruiters spend 7-9 seconds on each resume. But that stat is misleading... After all, the average corporate job posting receives 250 applications. And there are only so many hours in a day. Recruiters spend closer to 20 minutes on *qualified* resumes. Here are 5 tips to help your resume stand out in the screening stage: 1. Adjust your job title Align your job title to the job family you’re applying for, within reason. 2. Focus on relevance Showcase your most relevant accomplishments and skills near the top of their resume, following a reverse chronological format. 3. Add keywords Include essential job-related keywords in the job description that align with your skills and experience in your bullet points. (Teal helps automate this) 4. Add relevant details Include a line about previous employers with information like size, industry, product or service, and major initiatives for that year 5. Make it scannable Make your resume easier to scan by: Using an “F” format, the most common reading pattern Avoiding multiple columns (single column templates are easier to scan) Ensuring there’s enough white space In this video, our director of talent Mike Peditto shares what makes him look at a resume for longer. #job #resume

Forcing yourself into roles that don't fit could make your job search longer. After years of success, Travis Tyler knew he was ready for a change, but found himself interviewing without success—for 13 months. "I'm keyword stuffing my resume with s*** I don't believe in and things I don't want to do. So why am I doing that?" With Teal, Travis discovered he had actually been interviewing for the wrong jobs altogether. Want to learn how he finally found his dream job? Check out this week's job journey. #career #jobs #jobsearch

Ever heard of a mini resume? While you don't need one for most applications, it's helpful for: ✔️ Networking events and career fairs ✔️ Initial introductions to prospective employers ✔️ As a supplement to a full job application ✔️ For certain positions or industries that prefer concise applications ✔️ When reaching out to contacts for informational interviews Let's say none of these apply to you, it's still a good exercise as it forces you to focus on your most relevant qualifications, improving your personal brand. Have you ever used a mini resume? (Full guide in comments)