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Should Today’s Job Seekers Be Using Cover Letters?

Should Today’s Job Seekers Be Using Cover Letters?

Communication for job seekers has changed.  For most job opportunities, all communication is electronic, and you are either e-mailing the hiring manager or directly applying on line.  There is little…

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Preventing and Countering Candidate Lies

Preventing and Countering Candidate Lies

Candidates often look for ways to beef-up or reframe their resumes using tactics employers won’t catch. We review how to counter these lies that candidates think they might get away with. So here…

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What’s Wrong With Your Resume?

What’s Wrong With Your Resume?

The trend is moving positive, with many people actually “getting it” that a resume needs to be a promotional flyer that accurately represents who you are in a selective, exciting, compelling manner.…

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Vital Job Hunting Tips #2 – The “Informational Interview”

Vital Job Hunting Tips #2 – The “Informational Interview”

Many job hunting coaches advocate trying to get “Informational Interviews”, where you aren’t specifically aiming at a job, but just gathering information, getting advice, networking, etc. What can you try…

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Making Reference Checks Count

Making Reference Checks Count

Employers are uneven on the subject of reference checks. Many check references very thoroughly, and even employ outside services. But, we also hear, “why bother – HR will only give…

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Acquirable Podcast Ep. 019 – Ryan Boyle | President | BOB Search
Acquirable Podcast Ep. 019 – Ryan Boyle | President | BOB Search

Acquirable Podcast Ep. 019 – Ryan Boyle | President | BOB Search

Back in November, I sat down with the guys at the Acquirable podcast at the ACG A&D Conference. They just released the episode, so I wanted to share it here.…...

How to Assess Leadership Readiness in Aerospace and Defense Candidates
How to Assess Leadership Readiness in Aerospace and Defense Candidates

How to Assess Leadership Readiness in Aerospace and Defense Candidates

A single mis-hire can stall flight tests, slip milestones, and invite audit findings. In programs where safety and security are non-negotiable, failure shows up as grounded assets, rework, and lost…...

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