Job Seekers Blog

The following post takes a closer look at Navigating Major SES Changes. Interested in applying to SES federal jobs [...]

The following post explores How the Merit Hiring Plan Affects Federal Job Seekers. Do you still need a 10-page [...]

The following post takes a closer look at Explaining the Four Essay Questions for Federal Jobs. In May 2025, [...]

The following post takes a look at Understanding the SF-50 Form (for Federal Job Seekers). If you're a current [...]

The following post features Resume Tips for Applying to Out-of-State Jobs. Have you ever wondered what changes to make [...]

The following post offers guidance on Navigating Major Changes to the Federal Resume. Did you hear the Federal Resume [...]

The following post explores the topic of Optimizing Open to Work on LinkedIn. Is your Open to Work section [...]

The following post explores the topic of Using Credentials After Your Name On a Resume. When formatting your Resume, [...]

The following post explores the topic of Selecting Your Industry on LinkedIn. When setting up your LinkedIn profile, choosing [...]

The following post features Reasons for Contacting an Employment Lawyer (as a Job Seeker). If you're actively applying for [...]

The following post explores the Difference Between Government and Federal Resumes. Have you ever wondered if a Government Resume [...]

The following post explores the Benefits of Using a Letter of Recommendation (as a Job Seeker). When you're applying [...]

The following post explores the topic of Listing Education on a Resume Without a Degree. Should your include high [...]

The following post features explores the idea of Identifying Your Career Values (with PDF Workbook). Are you feeling stuck [...]

The following post explores the Benefits of Following Companies on LinkedIn. Did you know companies have their own page [...]

The following article marks a significant milestone in my career: Celebrating 500 Blog Posts. I wrote my first blog [...]

The following post explores How to Write ECQs Using CCAR. Looking to land a Senior Executive Service (SES) role? [...]

The following post explores Finding Your Ideal Career (with PDF Worksheet). Are you thinking about making a career change? [...]

The following post takes a closer look at Understanding the Federal Hiring Timeline. Are you applying to federal jobs [...]

The following post explores the Pros and Cons of Working Through an Employer of Record (EOR). Are you targeting [...]

The following post explores Building Your Five-Year Career Plan (with PDF Worksheet). Success sometimes happens by chance - but [...]

The following post features Tips for Moving From Consulting to Industry. Thinking about moving from consulting to an in-house [...]

The following post explores Understanding Temporary Appointments in Federal Employment. Struggling to land your first federal job? You might [...]

The following post explores Risks of Being Political on LinkedIn (for Job Seekers). Have you wondered if a political [...]

The following post explores Tips for Selecting Your ECQ Stories. Are you applying to Senior Executive Service (SES) roles [...]

The following post explores the Benefits of Adding Featured Media to Your LinkedIn Profile. When someone visits your LinkedIn [...]

The following post explores the topic of Asking Someone to Be Your Job Reference. Creating a references list is [...]

The following post explores Military Service as a Pathway to a Federal Career. If you're a young person and [...]

The following post explores the Pros and Cons of USA Hire℠ Assessments. Applying to federal jobs? There's a good [...]

The following post explores Why You Should Add Skills to Your LinkedIn Profile. In today's competitive landscape, standing out [...]