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Two key attributes for anyone pursuing a career in the library and information field are attention to detail and communication skills. A great way to convey that you possess these characteristics is by writing an exceptional cover letter. In this post for SJSU’s iSchool Career…

When you submit your resume to a hiring manager, you are giving them all of the information they need to find you on the internet – and I don’t just mean LinkedIn. For example, your phone number is all I need to find your Instagram…

If you’re going in for a job interview, you’re likely one of at least three candidates being considered for the position. At this time in the hiring process, the key is to stand out. In this article from Forbes Coaches Council, leading business and career…

LibGig’s own Director of Recruiting, Brad Rogers, shared helpful advice for job-hunting librarians on the LibGig blog this week. Working with recruiters can be difficult for some people. Rogers offers useful tips to navigating these relationships, plus pointers on how to use LinkedIn to step…

As noted by Alice Murray in this article, “How to Use the Right Language Throughout the Hiring Process,” language is key. Especially now that much of the communication between recruiters and candidates is done via email, it’s important to remember that messages you send are…

No one said that finding a job would be easy. The process itself takes work. However, there are plenty of things you can do to make the hunt a little bit easier and gear yourself toward an offer. Steven Lowell from Recruiter.com has shared his…

The quickest way to turn off a recruiter is a bad resume format. There are several good formats, and choosing the best one for you depends on your industry and experience. One great way to present an organized and attention-grabbing resume is by incorporating a…

Social media is one of the strongest and most accessible networking tools. However, many job seekers are unsure of how exactly to navigate different social media platforms for this purpose. Not every social media venue is like LinkedIn – as in, created for professional purposes…

The anticipation of an interview tends to lead to anxiety, which can often lead to self-doubt. The thing to remember is that even if you’re not feeling 100% confident when you go in, there are little things you can to project self-confidence that will make…

Sometimes we are our own worst critics. And as relatable as that feeling may be, what many people don’t realize is how it can hold them back. This article from Forbes advises how to beat your own self-doubt and remember that you are capable of…