I'm curious - what's one job search hurdle you've faced recently? Drop a comment below and let's chat about it. 😊 Remember to grab your FREE 12-page 2024 Job Search Planner and Workbook here: professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/job-search-playbook/. And if you're ready for more, make sure you grab The Career Advancement Toolkit here: heatheraustin.online/toolkit.
I'm an older job seeker that is transitioning from a teaching career. Not sure how my skills transfer. I'm capable just not being successful despite interviews and recruiters saying my skills are impressive. I still have bills to pay. My current job will not cut it and not one I want to keep.
@@ProfessorHeatherAustin the problem is that with applicant tracking systems, they filter out the people who don't have all of the five hundred qualifications (or aren't lying about their skill set).
Yesss!! It’s ridiculous, for even data entry jobs they want you to be certified in something like that 😂 they be like “certification of the data entry healthcare association” … like what??
They don't expect people to have the whole skill set, and usually they dont. Also 40% of jobs posted are not real, but data collecting tools and yep our stuff is sold. Look it up, Forbes had a recent article about this.
Agreed. I’m a recruiter and I look at every single application that is submitted. The only ones that don’t make it to me are ones where people answer “no” to qualifying questions, but they’re for legal requirements, like licenses to do certain work, etc. AI is not helping my job in my opinion. A human can better judge an application than AI. The human brain cannot ever be replaced.
I have been searching a year now. I have even applied to far lesser paying jobs and still get the rejection letter. I have 3 interviews lined up this week. Please wish me well. If you are a job seeker, you are not alone.
I had an interview with a company in August 2023 that lasted 2.5 hours. The interview was with a team and lasted 2 hours, during which they took me on a tour of the production area. After the interview, I followed up with HR, but they never responded to me. Later, I discovered that they had hired someone for an entry-level position without posting the job. This was disappointing and unprofessional behavior from HR. Candidates do not deserve to be ghosted and lied to, and HR should know how to improve themself better.
This is exactly how I've felt since moving to the U.K. I've packed my bags waiting for my papers to get done. At least, I was smart enough to not make any substantial investments in the country from my assets portfolio from past ventures.
In my opinion, the reason for the trash job hunting over the past 3 years is NOT just the economy, but also the mad influx of HORRIBLE HR gatekeepers. Apathy up the ying yang, lazy at best practices, 0 discernment, and negative attention to detail. Companies would do a lot of good halving their HR teams/ staffing.
I have spoken to recruiters that don't t even understand the terms used on the job description and ask u to explain it or say they will verify the meaning from the hiring manager, how don't you understand the job description u are recruiting for. Also, there are many recruiters with entry level experience and minimal skills in their field interviewing skilled or experienced employees with many years under their belt. Makes no sense🤦
Recently I was zoom interviewed by two people for a position. A question came up in regards to priorities in my career. I responded back that I am almost 63 and I am at a point where I am not think about my career and I am more concerned about getting a job so I wouldn’t have to pay cobra. The hr person jumped and said interview questions are based on the star system. Whatever that is. In this recent job search not once have I been asked why I feel that I am the best canidate for the position. What concerns me is that people are being hired based on who best answers questions that are somewhat irrelevant.
Perhaps it’s because you sounded like you weren’t interested in staying at your next job for a long time, unless it was for a short time contract. It costs a lot of money and lots of resources are involved to train new employees.Ppl who change jobs often are a big red flag for recruiters. They always try to avoid a high turn over. I don’t know, maybe you didn’t sound as disinterested as you did in the answer wrote here, but you just didn’t sound very motivated. They most likely want someone who’s truly invested in the company, not someone who will just go there to punch in and out doing the minimum. Put yourself in the shoes of a business owner or a manager in gov. If they have the choice, they will choose someone who will sound like they are motivated try to make their company/department better in some ways and for a while over you. I don’t know, you have probably have soooo much experience that would help a company, maybe you should have answered that question as if they asked you what you think you could bring to them, as in why you think you are great for that position and word it differently.
All this work for some entry level job that will make you work overtime. It's over. Not only do you have to work a job you hate, you have to pretend you love it, and in your free time you have to "network" with people you don't like/don't like you. Playing office politics all day. All this economic productivity and people can't eat without working 60+ hours.
in your free time you have to "network" with people you don't like/don't like you. Playing office politics all day. All this economic productivity and people can't eat without working 60+ hours. This^^^ this is why I'm done with using linkedin and getting out of the white collar work space. There's WAY too much of this. But then again it's insanely difficult to try to get a blue collar apprenticeship job too! Their HR is using ATS for their jobs too. Praying for everyone in this mess. 6:23 this also just means that companies are just being so picky.
The job market is trash. I have a degree and many years of experience and can't even get interviews for things I am way over qualified for. I've had my resume and cover letter done and redone professionally multiple times. If you do manage to get an interview the majority of the time you are ghosted even when interviews go well and you are given promised follow up dates/timelines. I've invested so many hours of energy and time with no results and now I give up. I'm planning to retire early and move to a cheap state or another country to get out of this rat race. The answer now a days seems to be an entrepreneur or start your own small business.
The human has been removed from human resources. I'm old enough to remember life before ATS and all this gate keeping non sense that started with the Great Recession and has only become worse since. I did all the right things in life. Worked hard, got good grades, went to college. All of this for nothing. Learn a trade or start your own business. We need to go back to the old ways where we worked directly with hiring managers and no online gatekeepers. With inflation and the high cost of everything it takes all you have just to survive day to day.
I never leave comments but I must say I used your past videos and and your resume tips. I applied with the new resume and got the interview and didn't hear back until about month and half later saying to do another interview. And then I was offered a position to start January 15th it's the exact job I've been wanting for a while now. Thank you so much for the information. Everyone please don't get discouraged I quit my job because I was so unhappy and couldn't spend time with my kids. It is frustrating trust me plenty of crying and regrets but I changed my focus and my mindset . POSITIVE THINKING AND DETERMINATION AND FAITH IS SO IMPORTANT! Thank you again Professor !!
Congratulations on securing your dream job! Your journey is a testament to the power of determination, positive thinking, and faith. I'm thrilled to hear that my videos and resume tips played a part in your success. Remember, every setback is an opportunity for a comeback, and your story is truly inspiring. Wishing you all the best as you start your new position on January 15th! If you ever need further career guidance, feel free to reach out.
Congratulations Taylor. I am on the same journey to applying for my dream job (entry level). I am going to follow Prof. Heather's tips and stay positive and hopefully get my dream job. Thanks for sharing your testimony
Job hunting is broken beyond imagination. What happened to the days where an entry-level role you could simply apply and interview briefly and simply start the job. Now entry-level jobs have seven or more stages costing you hours and hours and then you can get ghosted. Ridiculous.
That’s why I’m teaching my kids to become entrepreneurs, not workers like my parents taught me. You can do all of this and still barely make ends meet. So not worth it anymore. Gen Z seems to have figured it out. Work for yourself!
Definitely seems like the best alternative at this point. I barely been given a chance in the job market for a good job ever. Most times I had to take what I could get.
@@ChildrensRightsFirst947 Of course. They have generations before them that made horrible mistakes, and they got to see the consequences of those mistakes. Good for them they're learning lessons early on.
Also they might lie about the hours. I applied for a small company's warehouse job last year where the job ad said it was a normal 8 hour shift. Got a call from them and the guy said it was a mandatory 12 hour shift. Long hours is exactly what I was trying to get AWAY from, so I declined.
How can the use of all that technology be legal? The ATS and other systems are unfair. I have been looking for a job for 9 months and I have only netted one interview. I HATE ATS systems!
Hi there! I understand your frustration with ATS systems. While they are a common part of the job application process, it's essential to learn how to optimize your resume to increase your chances of passing through them successfully. I have a video that will help: ua-cam.com/video/nrvbXFNAk3I/v-deo.html. Remember, with the right strategies, you can improve your resume's performance in ATS and increase your chances of landing interviews. Don't lose hope, and keep refining your approach.
@@ProfessorHeatherAustin it’s tough to not lose heart after almost a year of job searching and close to 30 revisions of my resume. I’ll keep trying though!
Don Georgevich talks about that. He said to find key words in the job listing and put them in your resume. Revise your resume for each company to fit what the company wants; don't send the same resume to different places.
Real reason is because the US is not a free country, the voice of the people doesn't matter, people have been complaining about this for years and HR gets their way. What matters in the west is nepotism and who knows who and how much coersion/force/government fear you can push down on the lower classes to keep them slaves. If we're all being honest that's the REAL reason.
Thank you for the video! I took a career break last year. Now employers make me feel like I should be crucified for having that gap on my resume. I kept up with the industry of interest and technology while on my break. Tailoring a resume for each position is exhausting. It is so disheartening! face-pink-tears
I recently read a newspaper article which detailed how many companies really don't even have an opening but are more interested in collecting resumes/applications which they keep on file in case there are any openings in the future. I think this is reprehensible. I have, in the past, been in a position of looking for employment and I really hated it when I realized people were wasting my time. In some cases, they already knew who they were going to hire/promote but needed to have a certain number of interviews before they could do so.
Go into healthcare field that has to do with direct care with patient's. No age discrimination there, they are looking for people. In corporate America at age 60 u are about retiring.
I have been searching for a job for awhile now. I was a former paralegal and now looking to transition to an Admin role without much success. Very concerning. I’m not sure what I am doing wrong.
Hi there! Thanks for watching I understand that transitioning to a new role can be challenging, but it's important not to get discouraged. Your background as a paralegal likely includes valuable skills that can transfer well to administrative roles, such as organization, attention to detail, and time management. To improve your job search, consider tailoring your resume and cover letter to highlight these transferable skills. Networking and reaching out to your professional contacts can also be helpful in finding opportunities. Don't hesitate to seek out career counseling or workshops to further enhance your job search strategies. Keep your confidence up, and with persistence, you'll find the right opportunity. :)
@@ProfessorHeatherAustin Good contents, coming from a certified t=reverse recruiter , you just provided insane contents ,everyone should follow the advice provided
ATS is just a form of laziness and means that the company isn't really looking in good faith. It is HR just wanting to get paid without caring about the result.
I have been job hunting before the pandemic not one job interview. Fastforward to 2024, finish my undergrad and still no job had a few interviews but zero offers. Its a vicious cycle and there is no end to it.
yeah my mom even told me that at some point i will be overqualified. 1. I have an Associate degree. 2. Working on my Bachelor degree. 3. held three jobs. Only issue is that they are not related to the field I am studying for. 4. At this point, suicide is calling.
I'm already there, and I can tell you it wasn't worth it to get my bachelor's after I got my associate's. I'm happy to have gotten the education, but it has NOT helped in my job search at all. I'm overqualified for some types of jobs, but under-qualified for other types of jobs, especially in my major. And I hear you about suicide. How much more can people take???
@@Beatles0223 that’s why it’s imperative to lower our means of living as much as we can and not try to live above them. But yes bills will always be there.
I’ve been job searching a while now… I have a lot of experience and some talents across some lanes…. It’s remarkable how important jobs and insights and connections really are.
@@ProfessorHeatherAustin I have been applying for graphic design roles and have been getting rejected constantly which on job search hurdles that I have faced recently and the company Boston Symphony Orchestra. Not giving up and still applying!
Tech and perceptions and reality. Training and retraining. Economy and justifying oneself in relevance and the actuality of needs and how much we really need people of expertise… in conjunctions with knowledge and better loops.
I was laid off in 2023 by Microsoft. Finding a new job was rough. I recently posted a new video on things that have worked for me and things that have not worked for me
Another big thing is companies don't want to train people anymore. They want people to know everything and anything. Half of the time they're looking for people who don't exist
Trying to find people to network with in my industry in my location. If I knew people around here, then it would be a snap to find a job because we don't use all these fancy systems. We are behind times. but also, behind in job titles. I am a UX designer, and there are hardly any here.
I have had 5 different jobs in the last 10 years now so my resume fits better on 2 pages. Is a 2 pages resume acceptable, or will it be rejected if it's more than 1 page?
Hang in there. I just got an official offer and guess what? My old director who's with a new company reached out to me about setting up a new role in my territory. And other recruiters have been hounding me too all of a sudden. When it rains it pours.
so basically you have to be a unicorn with an advanced degree open availability, have master level skill all while be willing to accept low pay. this is insane
It's gotten to the point where one is better off ignoring most of these surprise recruiters that are increasingly asking for highly inappropriate personal info like the last 4 digits of your SSN - report those if you can.
This is ridiculous. I have 4 degrees that are flexible and that was planned on purpose, to remain competetive, and one degree in the wings, plus experience and all I could land between november to now was a 3 month temp gig scoring exams!!?? At twnety bucks an hour. Not ungreatful for the job, I'm just sharing the job market. Also I submit an application in the afternoon and get rejected by the AI by midnight? What!!?? This is a commercial and taking advantage of people.
Suddenly, none of your skills and qualifications are no longer valid but you got a job before where you were successful in your role. That is ridiculous!
This is a great channel full of realistic ideas and strategies for job, corporate industry and IT/software growth. I am a SAP Basis HANA consultant by profession. You have just won yourself a new subscriber 😂.
Hi there! Thanks for watching. Yes, I agree. There are certain sectors of the economy doing great and in general, the job market is still hot. However, there are a lot of sectors that are not doing as well. What industry are you currently in?
I'm curious - what's one job search hurdle you've faced recently? Drop a comment below and let's chat about it. 😊 Remember to grab your FREE 12-page 2024 Job Search Planner and Workbook here: professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/job-search-playbook/. And if you're ready for more, make sure you grab The Career Advancement Toolkit here: heatheraustin.online/toolkit.
I'm an older job seeker that is transitioning from a teaching career. Not sure how my skills transfer. I'm capable just not being successful despite interviews and recruiters saying my skills are impressive. I still have bills to pay. My current job will not cut it and not one I want to keep.
Job postings are insane! They list a million different skills that no one has (for entry-level positions).
I totally agree! Just remember they're giving their wishlist. They know that not all qualified candidates will have everything they want.
@@ProfessorHeatherAustin the problem is that with applicant tracking systems, they filter out the people who don't have all of the five hundred qualifications (or aren't lying about their skill set).
Yesss!! It’s ridiculous, for even data entry jobs they want you to be certified in something like that 😂 they be like “certification of the data entry healthcare association” … like what??
They don't expect people to have the whole skill set, and usually they dont. Also 40% of jobs posted are not real, but data collecting tools and yep our stuff is sold. Look it up, Forbes had a recent article about this.
It's ridiculous.
Sounds like hr should stop trying to automate and actually do their job
lol…. Who wants to work anymore. Wouldn’t it be nice?
Lol I agree.
you can say that again
She’s working smarter not harder
Agreed. I’m a recruiter and I look at every single application that is submitted. The only ones that don’t make it to me are ones where people answer “no” to qualifying questions, but they’re for legal requirements, like licenses to do certain work, etc. AI is not helping my job in my opinion. A human can better judge an application than AI. The human brain cannot ever be replaced.
I have been searching a year now. I have even applied to far lesser paying jobs and still get the rejection letter. I have 3 interviews lined up this week. Please wish me well. If you are a job seeker, you are not alone.
Sending some positive energy your way. Good luck!
@@taraking8555 Thank you. Just had an interview today and it went quite well.
How did it go? Did you get anything?
I filled out application for a month now since I got fired early last month
@@Userxxx840 It went well. I started a job last week. Life is good again.
I had an interview with a company in August 2023 that lasted 2.5 hours. The interview was with a team and lasted 2 hours, during which they took me on a tour of the production area. After the interview, I followed up with HR, but they never responded to me. Later, I discovered that they had hired someone for an entry-level position without posting the job. This was disappointing and unprofessional behavior from HR. Candidates do not deserve to be ghosted and lied to, and HR should know how to improve themself better.
I’m a 7 year BA and PM, I have been applying like a mad man for the last 5 months and haven’t even gotten an interview. This market is rough
Society is so fucking fake, I'm done.
Yes it is.
Kind of, meaning it's made up.
This is exactly how I've felt since moving to the U.K. I've packed my bags waiting for my papers to get done. At least, I was smart enough to not make any substantial investments in the country from my assets portfolio from past ventures.
Yeah a lot of dark-triad personality global elite seems pretty obvious.
In my opinion, the reason for the trash job hunting over the past 3 years is NOT just the economy, but also the mad influx of HORRIBLE HR gatekeepers. Apathy up the ying yang, lazy at best practices, 0 discernment, and negative attention to detail. Companies would do a lot of good halving their HR teams/ staffing.
Facts
I have spoken to recruiters that don't t even understand the terms used on the job description and ask u to explain it or say they will verify the meaning from the hiring manager, how don't you understand the job description u are recruiting for. Also, there are many recruiters with entry level experience and minimal skills in their field interviewing skilled or experienced employees with many years under their belt. Makes no sense🤦
HR dept and head hunters are usually very toxic. They shouldn't have so much power honestly!
It's the proof of "too many cooks spoil the broth".
You are absolutely right!
Recently I was zoom interviewed by two people for a position. A question came up in regards to priorities in my career. I responded back that I am almost 63 and I am at a point where I am not think about my career and I am more concerned about getting a job so I wouldn’t have to pay cobra. The hr person jumped and said interview questions are based on the star system. Whatever that is. In this recent job search not once have I been asked why I feel that I am the best canidate for the position. What concerns me is that people are being hired based on who best answers questions that are somewhat irrelevant.
Your response didn't help your situation. Not sure u were really looking for a job
Perhaps it’s because you sounded like you weren’t interested in staying at your next job for a long time, unless it was for a short time contract.
It costs a lot of money and lots of resources are involved to train new employees.Ppl who change jobs often are a big red flag for recruiters. They always try to avoid a high turn over.
I don’t know, maybe you didn’t sound as disinterested as you did in the answer wrote here, but you just didn’t sound very motivated.
They most likely want someone who’s truly invested in the company, not someone who will just go there to punch in and out doing the minimum.
Put yourself in the shoes of a business owner or a manager in gov. If they have the choice, they will choose someone who will sound like they are motivated try to make their company/department better in some ways and for a while over you.
I don’t know, you have probably have soooo much experience that would help a company, maybe you should have answered that question as if they asked you what you think you could bring to them, as in why you think you are great for that position and word it differently.
@@Nature-ep5cu How the f were they supposed to answer? Read the person's response, and you'll see they certainly needed a job.
It’s no point in even trying anymore
I will, admittedly just to lessen social pressure.
All this work for some entry level job that will make you work overtime. It's over. Not only do you have to work a job you hate, you have to pretend you love it, and in your free time you have to "network" with people you don't like/don't like you. Playing office politics all day. All this economic productivity and people can't eat without working 60+ hours.
Our ruling class is evil, that's why.
in your free time you have to "network" with people you don't like/don't like you. Playing office politics all day. All this economic productivity and people can't eat without working 60+ hours.
This^^^ this is why I'm done with using linkedin and getting out of the white collar work space. There's WAY too much of this. But then again it's insanely difficult to try to get a blue collar apprenticeship job too! Their HR is using ATS for their jobs too. Praying for everyone in this mess. 6:23 this also just means that companies are just being so picky.
The job market is trash. I have a degree and many years of experience and can't even get interviews for things I am way over qualified for. I've had my resume and cover letter done and redone professionally multiple times. If you do manage to get an interview the majority of the time you are ghosted even when interviews go well and you are given promised follow up dates/timelines. I've invested so many hours of energy and time with no results and now I give up. I'm planning to retire early and move to a cheap state or another country to get out of this rat race. The answer now a days seems to be an entrepreneur or start your own small business.
The human has been removed from human resources. I'm old enough to remember life before ATS and all this gate keeping non sense that started with the Great Recession and has only become worse since. I did all the right things in life. Worked hard, got good grades, went to college. All of this for nothing. Learn a trade or start your own business. We need to go back to the old ways where we worked directly with hiring managers and no online gatekeepers. With inflation and the high cost of everything it takes all you have just to survive day to day.
I never leave comments but I must say I used your past videos and and your resume tips. I applied with the new resume and got the interview and didn't hear back until about month and half later saying to do another interview. And then I was offered a position to start January 15th it's the exact job I've been wanting for a while now. Thank you so much for the information. Everyone please don't get discouraged I quit my job because I was so unhappy and couldn't spend time with my kids. It is frustrating trust me plenty of crying and regrets but I changed my focus and my mindset . POSITIVE THINKING AND DETERMINATION AND FAITH IS SO IMPORTANT! Thank you again Professor !!
Congratulations on securing your dream job! Your journey is a testament to the power of determination, positive thinking, and faith. I'm thrilled to hear that my videos and resume tips played a part in your success. Remember, every setback is an opportunity for a comeback, and your story is truly inspiring. Wishing you all the best as you start your new position on January 15th! If you ever need further career guidance, feel free to reach out.
Congratulations Taylor!
Congratulations Taylor. I am on the same journey to applying for my dream job (entry level). I am going to follow Prof. Heather's tips and stay positive and hopefully get my dream job. Thanks for sharing your testimony
This is what I need to hear now.❤
The fact that this video has to be made is proof of what an absolute cancer HR has become.
Job hunting is broken beyond imagination. What happened to the days where an entry-level role you could simply apply and interview briefly and simply start the job. Now entry-level jobs have seven or more stages costing you hours and hours and then you can get ghosted. Ridiculous.
That’s why I’m teaching my kids to become entrepreneurs, not workers like my parents taught me. You can do all of this and still barely make ends meet. So not worth it anymore. Gen Z seems to have figured it out. Work for yourself!
Gen Z seems to me like the best generation we've had.
Definitely seems like the best alternative at this point. I barely been given a chance in the job market for a good job ever. Most times I had to take what I could get.
@@ChildrensRightsFirst947 Of course. They have generations before them that made horrible mistakes, and they got to see the consequences of those mistakes. Good for them they're learning lessons early on.
Either that, or the job is too far or, the employer lies about where the job is and its just too far out. In Georgia its terrible
Georgia seems like a really corrupt state. So is Texas where I live. The south is awful lol.
Yep that it is@@ChildrensRightsFirst947
Also they might lie about the hours. I applied for a small company's warehouse job last year where the job ad said it was a normal 8 hour shift. Got a call from them and the guy said it was a mandatory 12 hour shift. Long hours is exactly what I was trying to get AWAY from, so I declined.
Yea Dart in Lithonia was like that. They told me I had to work 12 hour shift.. I decline too@@yearginclarke
yes, job seekers are at fault. Can we hold these companies and recruiters accountable for not being fair?
How can the use of all that technology be legal? The ATS and other systems are unfair. I have been looking for a job for 9 months and I have only netted one interview. I HATE ATS systems!
Me too!
Hi there! I understand your frustration with ATS systems. While they are a common part of the job application process, it's essential to learn how to optimize your resume to increase your chances of passing through them successfully. I have a video that will help: ua-cam.com/video/nrvbXFNAk3I/v-deo.html. Remember, with the right strategies, you can improve your resume's performance in ATS and increase your chances of landing interviews. Don't lose hope, and keep refining your approach.
@@ProfessorHeatherAustin it’s tough to not lose heart after almost a year of job searching and close to 30 revisions of my resume. I’ll keep trying though!
Don Georgevich talks about that. He said to find key words in the job listing and put them in your resume. Revise your resume for each company to fit what the company wants; don't send the same resume to different places.
Real reason is because the US is not a free country, the voice of the people doesn't matter, people have been complaining about this for years and HR gets their way. What matters in the west is nepotism and who knows who and how much coersion/force/government fear you can push down on the lower classes to keep them slaves. If we're all being honest that's the REAL reason.
Literally just applied to be a trash valet pickup because I’ve submitted hundreds of applications to no avail
Thank you for the video! I took a career break last year. Now employers make me feel like I should be crucified for having that gap on my resume. I kept up with the industry of interest and technology while on my break. Tailoring a resume for each position is exhausting. It is so disheartening! face-pink-tears
I did too and now facing the same obstacle. I got a certificate in PM in 4 months, even so I get rejected. I don’t know what to do.
Companies need to hire more people and stop piling so much onto the employees they have. And the government needs to create more jobs.
I recently read a newspaper article which detailed how many companies really don't even have an opening but are more interested in collecting resumes/applications which they keep on file in case there are any openings in the future. I think this is reprehensible. I have, in the past, been in a position of looking for employment and I really hated it when I realized people were wasting my time. In some cases, they already knew who they were going to hire/promote but needed to have a certain number of interviews before they could do so.
how do you address age discrimination when searching for a job? I'm 60 and have been turned down for people half my age .
Go into healthcare field that has to do with direct care with patient's. No age discrimination there, they are looking for people. In corporate America at age 60 u are about retiring.
I'm 48, and I'm getting the same thing.
I have been searching for a job for awhile now. I was a former paralegal and now looking to transition to an Admin role without much success. Very concerning. I’m not sure what I am doing wrong.
Hi there! Thanks for watching I understand that transitioning to a new role can be challenging, but it's important not to get discouraged. Your background as a paralegal likely includes valuable skills that can transfer well to administrative roles, such as organization, attention to detail, and time management.
To improve your job search, consider tailoring your resume and cover letter to highlight these transferable skills. Networking and reaching out to your professional contacts can also be helpful in finding opportunities. Don't hesitate to seek out career counseling or workshops to further enhance your job search strategies. Keep your confidence up, and with persistence, you'll find the right opportunity. :)
@@ProfessorHeatherAustin Good contents, coming from a certified t=reverse recruiter , you just provided insane contents ,everyone should follow the advice provided
ATS is just a form of laziness and means that the company isn't really looking in good faith.
It is HR just wanting to get paid without caring about the result.
I have been job hunting before the pandemic not one job interview. Fastforward to 2024, finish my undergrad and still no job had a few interviews but zero offers. Its a vicious cycle and there is no end to it.
HR is truly the biggest problem. They don't even know what a day in the life of their workers look like, let alone the skillset needed.
So kind of you Prof. Thank you for all you do, the way you keep touching lives.
Absolutely! Thanks for watching.
yeah my mom even told me that at some point i will be overqualified. 1. I have an Associate degree. 2. Working on my Bachelor degree. 3. held three jobs. Only issue is that they are not related to the field I am studying for. 4. At this point, suicide is calling.
Money will come and go. But Life goes on.
@@Azariah00 Problem is bills never stop coming, so ...
I'm already there, and I can tell you it wasn't worth it to get my bachelor's after I got my associate's. I'm happy to have gotten the education, but it has NOT helped in my job search at all. I'm overqualified for some types of jobs, but under-qualified for other types of jobs, especially in my major. And I hear you about suicide. How much more can people take???
@@Beatles0223 that’s why it’s imperative to lower our means of living as much as we can and not try to live above them. But yes bills will always be there.
@@Azariah00this is the key
Yes, yes and yes looking for a job sucks and is a full time job.
I’ve been job searching a while now… I have a lot of experience and some talents across some lanes…. It’s remarkable how important jobs and insights and connections really are.
But didn’t the job market grow this year
This was very helpful and informative! Thank you so much!
So glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching. What job search hurdle have you faced recently?
@@ProfessorHeatherAustin I have been applying for graphic design roles and have been getting rejected constantly which on job search hurdles that I have faced recently and the company Boston Symphony Orchestra. Not giving up and still applying!
Tech and perceptions and reality. Training and retraining. Economy and justifying oneself in relevance and the actuality of needs and how much we really need people of expertise… in conjunctions with knowledge and better loops.
I was laid off in 2023 by Microsoft. Finding a new job was rough. I recently posted a new video on things that have worked for me and things that have not worked for me
Another big thing is companies don't want to train people anymore. They want people to know everything and anything. Half of the time they're looking for people who don't exist
Nothing but fluff and shout outs to her other videos
Sorry you feel that way. Thanks for watching.
Trying to find people to network with in my industry in my location. If I knew people around here, then it would be a snap to find a job because we don't use all these fancy systems. We are behind times. but also, behind in job titles. I am a UX designer, and there are hardly any here.
In others words you gotta be a genius robot with incridible capability to push A.I. buttons!
I have had 5 different jobs in the last 10 years now so my resume fits better on 2 pages. Is a 2 pages resume acceptable, or will it be rejected if it's more than 1 page?
Most likely rejected because they only want your last 5 to 6 past jobs unless you worked their 10 years straight.
That's just nonsense. The more you made in life the worse?
I am giving up😢
Hang in there. I just got an official offer and guess what? My old director who's with a new company reached out to me about setting up a new role in my territory. And other recruiters have been hounding me too all of a sudden. When it rains it pours.
I am, too.
so basically you have to be a unicorn with an advanced degree open availability, have master level skill all while be willing to accept low pay. this is insane
It's gotten to the point where one is better off ignoring most of these surprise recruiters that are increasingly asking for highly inappropriate personal info like the last 4 digits of your SSN - report those if you can.
This is ridiculous. I have 4 degrees that are flexible and that was planned on purpose, to remain competetive, and one degree in the wings, plus experience and all I could land between november to now was a 3 month temp gig scoring exams!!?? At twnety bucks an hour. Not ungreatful for the job, I'm just sharing the job market. Also I submit an application in the afternoon and get rejected by the AI by midnight? What!!?? This is a commercial and taking advantage of people.
HR and recruiters are a bunch of clowns
Wow....all this added complexity is really unessusary.
Lol! So sorry you feel this way. Are you currently in the job search? What type of position are you looking for?
Looking forward to the day when AI replaces CEO and boards of directors, and their beyond inflated salaries.
Hundreds of millions of American applicants vs billions of Global applicants to America 😞😞
everyone is keeping there job the economy is not fair,
Life is not fair grow up and get over it.
@@blacklyfe5543 Why should people have to get over it? Fight the system, that's the best way to deal with it.
@ChildrensRightsFirst947 you can't fight the system and because I said so
I need job NZ
Typical algorithm video that starts with advice and ends promoting books, toolkits to sell you a dream
This seriously sounds exhausting
Thanks a lot Charli Walton of Marriott hotels for black listing me for eternity.
World is changing. Utilizing AI and other technologies is a wonderful idea.
I totally agree! Thanks for sharing.
All this has been going on for 15+ years. Nothing new.
Gave no actual info. Dislike
i love America
You don't get a job cause no one is hiring at the first place. Nothing has to do with correcting resumes.😂
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Thanks for watching!
thank you so much, I love your accent and energy.
Suddenly, none of your skills and qualifications are no longer valid but you got a job before where you were successful in your role. That is ridiculous!
This is a great channel full of realistic ideas and strategies for job, corporate industry and IT/software growth. I am a SAP Basis HANA consultant by profession. You have just won yourself a new subscriber 😂.
the economy is doing great.
Hi there! Thanks for watching. Yes, I agree. There are certain sectors of the economy doing great and in general, the job market is still hot. However, there are a lot of sectors that are not doing as well. What industry are you currently in?
@@ProfessorHeatherAustin CPA currently doing work for a mass transit system in a major metropolitan area.
@Fadexd888 not if you can't write a coherent response.