Your LinkedIn profile serves as the front line of your professional brand. With only 220 characters at your disposal, the headline offers a prime opportunity to make a memorable first impression. It’s not merely a job title; it’s a concise pitch that showcases your value
Are you at a crossroads in your career, unsure of what to do next or where to begin your job search? Perhaps you’re feeling overwhelmed by the myriad of options and pathways available, wondering how to assess your strengths and areas for growth. If this
Navigating the job market can often feel like a daunting task. The vast volume of online ob postings, the pressure of crafting the perfect resume, and the challenge of standing out in a sea of qualified candidates can make the process very overwhelming. You might
At the crossroads of earning a living, developing professionally, and facing professional challenges, your career isn’t just a trajectory—it’s a dynamic interplay of choices. During the course of our lives, there are pivotal moments that define our professional journey. These moments can propel us to
When it comes to landing a new job, there are several things that need to happen, in the right order, at the right time. It ain’t magic. And although luck is involved, it’s usually your attitude and experience that will get you through the other
Start connecting with humans instead. Connecting to real people works 100 times better than applying to jobs online. Think about it… For you to get a job offer, hiring managers first need to KNOW you. Then they need to LIKE you. Then they need to
Yesterday I attended The International Career Café, as a guest speak on a round table about job searching in The Netherlands. This was an online event organised by NL Alumni Network, Here2Work and Here2Start– an informal get-together of young international professionals: International students and alumni
The best way to perform during an interview is to clearly articulate and get your point across on these three things: That you get it. That you want it. That you can do it. Organisations hire people to solve problems. If you can make it
The best way to perform during an interview is to clearly articulate and get your point across on these three things: That you get it. That you want it. That you can do it. Organisations hire people to solve problems. If you can make it
The best way to perform during an interview is to clearly articulate and get your point across on three things: That you get it. That you want it. That you can do it. Organisations hire people to solve problems. If you can make it clear
“Alvaro, I was very happy about taking this job, but now that I’m three months in, I realise this job has nothing to do with the position I thought applied to. I don’t like it at all”. These are the very words an old friend
We can go through life like a seed in the wind, going wherever it takes you, or we can live with intention, knowing what our piece of the puzzle looks like and where to best make it fit. There are two ways to get a
Are you using the LinkedIn #OpenToWork green photo badge on your LinkedIn profile and not getting any results? Turn it off. Right now. Don’t hesitate. You won’t regret it. Depending on the industry you are in, your job experience and where your strengths lie, this
Interviews can be challenging and intimidating. You are looking for a great job and a thriving career. Hiring managers are looking for someone that has the best technical and cultural fit. They are ultimately in search of someone they trust and can provide a good
2020 proved to be a challenging time for those looking for a job. So here is a reminder of the three truths about the job search and six tips so you can organise your efforts accordingly and gear towards landing a great job, faster. Truth
Mr. Cover Letter puts a lot of effort into putting positivity forward but there are also some harsh truths when it comes to landing a great job, which as a job seeker, you are probably more than familiar with. The amount of time it takes
I’ll just go and say it for whoever benefits from reading this. Never send a blank connection request on Linkedin. Imagine you are at a restaurant with your friends. You are having a great time, sharing stories and anecdotes of how your week went. Suddenly,
Landing a great job is a product of design, not random luck. It’s not magic. It’s the result of concentrated, organised efforts. Is luck involved in the process? To some extent, yes. But it’s usually your attitude and experience that will get you through to
If you are actively looking for a job, you need to make it easy. First, make it easy for yourself to get noticed. Secondly, make it easy for your network and ultimately the hiring managers to understand your value to them. Every week, whether it
I am preparing a virtual Bootcamp to help job seekers turn their job search around with the help of a coach leader and a peer group. To make the Bootcamp super useful, I wanted to have the needs of people in the Mister Cover Letter
You only get one chance to make a first impression. When it comes to the employability world, your first impression is the last. Sometimes you might even get two if you get invited to a job interview. But if you think about it, that’s still
Sending job applications should be easy, and it should work. But it’s usually not easy, and many times it can be time-consuming and frustrating. It takes a huge effort to craft a cover letter, tailor a resume for each specific job application, and lot’s of
Imagine your sink leaks, your toilet doesn’t flush, and you need to unblock a shower drain. If you are like me, you will probably call a plumber. Right? Picture you get in touch with two of them. Both highly recommended by people you know and trust. Who would you choose to get the job done? Plumber 1: “I’ll
When it comes to landing a new job, there are multiple pieces of the puzzle. There are many different factors at play in finding a job where you can thrive. There are so many factors that if you start listing them in your head, you
“People join organisations, but actually leave managers.” I’ve read and heard this phrase many times before. Chances are that you have too. Still, many overlook the importance of taking the time to learn about their future manager. Why is this so important? Why make it such
