How to Create a Compelling Cover Letter PUBLISHED March 1, 2021 The cover letter allows you to clearly and succinctly state your case for why the hiring manager should hire you. How we apply for jobs has changed dramatically in the last decade. Through LinkedIn, you can apply...
Indeed, the most important aspect to the job search is networking. But what if you don't already have a solid network in place, or it has been a while since you connected? It is crucial that you begin to build or reconnect with your network. Below...
Andy Challenger appeared on ABC7 as the February Jobs Expert discussing switching industries during the pandemic. Tips For Switching Industries/Careers Cast A Wide Net. Consider many different industries because casting the widest net possible will greatly improve one’s chance of success. Job seekers should realize that they...
How Employers Use Applicant Tracking Systems Published February 15, 2021 Did you know an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) reads your resume before a human ever sets eyes on it? It's important to include keywords that best represent you and your abilities. Not only will this help ATS...
SVP Andy Challenger February Jobs Expert on ABC 7 Andrew Challenger appeared on ABC7 this morning to discuss Chicago-area employment, opportunities, and job search tips to land the next position. Cook County unemployment stood at 9.3% and Chicago's unemployment rate is 8.1% in December 2020, according to...
Watch Andy Challenger on ABC7 SVP Andy Challenger appeared on ABC 7 this morning to discuss top jobs and tips on how to search both pre- and post-pandemic. Healthcare Healthcare is perennially one of the top industries for jobs. An aging population fuels a growing demand for workers,...
How to Ace the Phone Interview Published January 25, 2021 Phone interviews can be stressful to many job seekers. Will we have a good connection? Will I be able to hear the recruiter well enough? I can't see their body language! Despite the trepidation, these initial phone screenings...
35 Years of Free Job Search Assistance EXPERT JOB SEARCH ADVICE NATIONWIDE DECEMBER 28th-29th; 312-422-5010 Millions of Americans are out of work due to the pandemic and subsequent recession. Decreased spending in the fourth quarter may mean thousands more, as companies grapple with uncertainty in the coming months....
How to tell your professional story most effectively When it comes to resume writing, there are as many formats and styles as there are job applicants. Everyone wants a resume that impresses and spurs a conversation with a potential employer. However, job seekers often believe the...
U.S. Economy Update The economy gained back 2.5 million jobs in May, primarily from workers going back to jobs, according to the most recent Employment Situation released Friday from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), after falling by 20.5 million jobs in April. Nearly 22 million...
