Job Seekers Blog

The following post takes a closer look at Understanding the Hidden Job Market. Did you know many job openings [...]

The following post take a closer look at Understanding Eligibility vs Qualifications in Federal Hiring. The federal hiring timeline [...]

The following post explores Tips for Boosting Engagement on LinkedIn. Even the world's greatest LinkedIn profile doesn't mean much [...]

The following post explores Understanding the SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP). Are you a GS13 - GS15 federal employee [...]

The following post takes a closer look at Understanding Federal Employment Service Types. Are you an aspiring federal employee? [...]

The following post takes a closer look at Choosing Your 'Open to Work' Visibility Settings on LinkedIn. LinkedIn's 'Open [...]

The following post takes a closer look at How the Federal Application Process Works (for Beginners). New to applying for [...]

The following post takes a closer look at Understanding KSAs, MTQs, and ECQs. Did you know that some Federal [...]

The following post explores why ATS isn't all that matters (for job seekers). Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are all [...]

The following post explores the topic of Choosing Your LinkedIn Profile Location. When crafting your LinkedIn profile, every detail [...]

The following post explores the topic of Mapping Your Professional Network (with PDF Worksheet). It's not what you know [...]

The following post explores Gauging Your Job Search Effectiveness. Are you spinning your wheels in the job search? It's [...]

The following post offers insight into Using the Occupational Outlook Handbook to Explore Careers. The Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH), [...]

The following post explores the question: does the U.S. federal government offer part-time positions? In short, the answer is [...]

The following post explores the Pros and Cons of LinkedIn Verification. LinkedIn verification enables user profiles to be 'verified'  [...]

The following post explores the question: Is Resume Writing a Scam? The internet is absolutely loaded with Resume Writing [...]

The following post features the Celebrity Resume of Michael Jordan. Say what you will about LeBron, Kobe, Wilt, or [...]

The following post provides an Introduction to the Workforce Recruitment Program (for Students and Recent Graduates with Disabilities). Good [...]

The following post lists the top Reasons for Using Glassdoor as a Job Seeker. Glassdoor is an established online [...]

The following post explores the Benefits of Targeting Employers with Local Headquarters. Wherever you call home, there are several [...]

The following post explores the topic of Applying to Federal Jobs Without a Security Clearance. Good news for those [...]

The following post explores Why LinkedIn Recommendations are a Good Idea. Are you looking to make your LinkedIn profile [...]

The following post explores the topic of Eligibility for Federal Jobs with a Criminal Record. Good news for those [...]

The following post explores the topic of Understanding GS Levels in Federal Jobs. New to USAJOBS? If so, you [...]

The following post offers an Introduction to The Pathways Program (for Students and Recent Graduates). Are you a student [...]

The following article explores some of the top Reasons for Using Resume Paper. Does anyone actually print out their [...]

The following post explore the Benefits of Joining LinkedIn Groups. Thinking about joining LinkedIn groups? They're worth considering if [...]

The following post takes a closer look at Understanding Military Spouse Preference. Being married to an active duty military [...]

The following post explores the Pros and Cons of Federal Employment. Thinking about pursuing a job with the U.S. federal [...]

The following article explores the topic of posting on LinkedIn after being laid off, including what it is and [...]