Over 80% of the resumes I receive only list duties and responsibilities instead of displaying accomplishments and achievements. This is a big mistake, particularly in the data-driven world of supply chain! How to Display Accomplishments … Continued
“How do I get a recruiter to help me get a job?” Recruiters will help you if they believe you will bring value to their clients. How to accomplish this? First, define your ideal job. … Continued
Thanks Jim Wyer and your students for allowing me to share some ideas about building a career in supply chain in our current COVID pandemic environment.
Posted on LinkedIn – May 25, 2020 Thanks Jim Wyer for asking me to prepare a presentation for your Supply Chain Management students at Seneca College this evening. When preparing to teach, I find that … Continued
It’s the new normal. Since the COVID pandemic began, video interviews are now standard for job seekers, so if you’re looking for a new role, it’s almost guaranteed that you will be subjected to a … Continued
The vast majority of headhunters and corporate recruiters use an Applicant Tracking System, ATS for short. The ATS is a database that stores information on candidates and helps recruiters quickly match a candidate’s background to … Continued
As a recruiter specializing in logistics recruitment, a lot of resumes come across my desk. Unfortunately, the majority of those resumes go into the recycling bin. Why? There are two main reasons we reject resumes … Continued
Resume Tip – Show Career Progression “Tom, I had two related but distinct roles at one company over 6 years. How do I show 6 years of tenure at one company while representing two jobs … Continued
How do I know when it’s appropriate to tell a story or give an example? When have I said too much in a job interview? Or too little? As a supply chain recruiter, these are … Continued
As a logistics recruiter, I meet many job seekers that struggle to come up with examples in a job interview. When you’re nervous, it’s hard to think of suitable examples on the spot. The key … Continued
