Providing Writing Samples During Job Interviews

You explain about writing samples in a 2009 post, but I just found out that I will be asked to provide a writing sample during an upcoming interview.  How do I prepare for that?

The Value of a Summer Job vs. an Internship

I’ve lined up this really great summer job, but it’s not an internship.  I’m concerned that it will look bad if I don’t have an internship on my resume.

Social & Professional Networking for Helping Professionals

I keep hearing about the importance of a Linkedin profile for professional networking, but because I’m seeking a job in the social service profession, I’m a little uncomfortable posting a photo or almost any identifying information online.  What do you think?

Padding a Resume with Group Memberships

A friend recommended I join a lot of student groups because it’ll look good on my resume.  What do you think?

What's a 1099 Position?

I’m interested in a job, but is says “This is a 1099 position; no benefits.”  Is this a scam?

Revealing to Recruiters Where Else You're Interviewing

What do I say if an interviewer asks me where else I’ve applied or interviewed? Do I have to tell them?

I Have a Linkedin Profile. What Now?

I keep hearing that I should have a Linkedin profile. So I created one and nothing much is happening. Now what?