Follow-Up After an Unsuccessful Interview

I’m bummed.  I was a finalist for a position I really wanted but didn’t get the offer. Is there anything I can do now because I really want to work for this company

Uncomfortable networking with family friends

I know I should be networking with everybody possible, but I feel uncomfortable contacting family friends.  I feel like I’m imposing on them.  And it makes it look like I can’t get a job on my own.

Why Write Cover Letters if Some Recruiters Don't Read Them?

Recently I heard a recruiter say she never reads cover letters, just resumes.  So now I’m wondering if I should even bother writing cover letters at all.  They're very time consuming.

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?