Applying & Interviewing

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How to make your job application stand out

Have you applied for a job and never heard back? You’re not alone. Let's discuss ways to make your job application stand out so you get a callback.

How to ask your boss for a raise or promotion

This conversation might seem scary. We’re going to make it easy – but it requires you to be a top-notch performer, don’t overthink the conversation itself, we’ll guide you through.

What to do before you accept a new job offer

It’s common for candidates to react and make hasty decisions when they receive a job offer. Don’t worry though. We’re here to help. Accepting a job offer is a big deal...

10 Questions You Should Ask the Hiring Manager in a Job Interview

This is important. The hiring manager will learn a lot about the questions you ask them during the interview process, and you, too, can learn more about the company and the role.

Common Sales Interview Questions and Answers

I hired over 100 salespeople during my time at career at DoorDash. During my tenure, I found that myself–and my peers–asked many of the same questions in the early stages of...

Common Software Engineering Interview Questions

There are too many possible interview questions for software engineering roles to prepare for them all in detail. You can do better than other candidates by understanding the goals

How to use the STAR method to ace your interviews

We’re not all natural interviewers, and that’s okay. The pressure of the interview, all the past examples we can pull from, and how you decide to share those experiences can be..

7 signs you will get the job after an interview

Interviewing for a new role is a stressful and emotional experience. Add in the pressure of wondering if you’re going to get a job offer after a series of grueling interviews...

The top 13 best job search engines

For job seekers, finding a new job can be a daunting task. On average, U.S. job seekers will spend about 5 months looking for their next position. And while 60% of...
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Top 19 Behavioral Interview Questions

While most interviews aim to make sure new hires have the right skills and experience for the open role, behavioral questions give interviewers better insight into a candidate’s...
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How Long Does it Take to Hear Back After an Interview

Waiting to hear back from a recruiter or hiring manager after an interview is a stressful experience. Even with a clear plan of next steps, the time it takes to hear back from...

The top 5 best job search engines for people in tech

The tech industry has seen dramatic shifts in the last few years—an increasingly competitive job market, tighter budgets, and an evolving list of required skills as advances...

6 tips on how to decline a job offer

Declining a job offer can be a stressful experience. If you’ve made it through the interview process and you’ve received an offer for the job, but the role isn’t the right fit...

8 steps on how to accept a job offer

Accepting a job offer isn’t as simple as saying yes. When done correctly, it should include requesting a written offer, a review period, and thoughtful consideration about...

Reasons You Might Not Get a Job Offer

Searching for a job can be a brutal process. It’s inevitable that you’re going to deal with rejection. And while there will be circumstances and situations you can’t...

6 best practices to help you secure a job offer

Securing a job offer can feel like an elusive task, especially if you’ve been on the job hunt for a long time. And while finding (and applying for) a job has changed...

What's the average amount of time between an interview and a job offer

The wait between an interview and a job offer can feel excruciatingly long. And while many factors play into the length of time you may wait...

How to study for an interview in 8 steps

Most people understand that you can’t arrive at an interview without at least some preparation, but exactly what preparation is needed is less understood. Consider the following...

How to go find a job (in 5 steps)

It can feel nearly impossible to find the perfect job. But whether you’re in a hurry to make the switch or simply keeping an eye out for can’t-miss opportunities, it’s important...

How to tell a job that you have another job offer 

Whether you’re just starting an interview process with a new company, you’re midway through an existing hiring process, or if you’re already employed—if you...

7 tips on how to optimize your resume for a job search

Submitting your resume for an open role doesn’t have to feel like you’re adding your name to an already overflowing list of candidates. With the right formatting, language, and...

The top 5 soft skills you need for your interview

While your resume’s job is to detail your hard skills—the measurable results you can share from previous roles—the interview experience is meant to help you demonstrate the soft...

What makes a good resume

Writing your resume for your current job search might feel a bit overwhelming. New strategies or formats can be confusing. But the reality is simple—a good resume has always...