Job Applications in Job Seeker Resource Center

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Stay Ahead of the Chaos: How to Organize Your Job Search

There’s a lot to keep track of when looking for a new job, and it can get overwhelming without the right job search...

11.27.2024

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How to Follow Up on a Job Application by Phone

Do you know how to follow up on a job application by phone without being awkward or annoying? Check out our job...

4.12.2024

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5 Steps to Take After Being Rejected for a Job

Job rejection hurts, but it doesn’t have to derail your job search. Do these five things after being rejected for a...

3.20.2024

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9 Tips for Applying When You're Overqualified for a Job

Follow these tips for applying when you're overqualified for the job, including how to adjust your resume and...

2.02.2024

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How Your Job Reference Page Should Look: Job References Templates

How should a job references page look? Learn how to create a list of job references or download a job references...

12.04.2024

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Does HR Really Need My Social Security Number for a Job Application?

Many job seekers ask, “Should I give my social security number on a job application?” Find out how to deal with a...

12.04.2024

Employers' Top Hiring Concerns for 2023 (and How You Can Solve Them)

Unqualified candidates, job ghosting, and a shortage of applicants are the top concerns for employers. Here’s how to...

9.20.2023

Applying for a job you're underqualified for

4 Reasons You Should Apply to a Job You're Underqualified For (And 4 Reasons You Shouldn't)

Not sure if you should apply to a job you're underqualified for? Discover the pros and cons of doing so, and learn...

12.22.2023

Ask a Career Advisor: Should You Respond to a Job Rejection Email?

Unsure how to respond to a job rejection email? Get expert advice from iHire’s Certified Career Coach on whether you...

8.01.2023

Guide to Following up via Email or Letter

Template for Following Up on a Job Application via Email

Following up after a job application can increase your chance of landing a job interview. Use this follow-up letter...

10.04.2023

Job Applications

Ask a Career Advisor: Is Rage Applying to Jobs a Good Idea?

What is rage applying for a job, and is it a smart career move? iHire Career Advisor Lori Cole weighs in on this job...

4.12.2023

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Job Applications

4 Ways Following Up on Applications Helps You Land the Job

When you apply to jobs online, it can often feel as though your application disappeared into some digital no-man’s...

2.16.2023

How to Come Out Ahead from a Layoff

Layoffs made headlines in early 2023. Host Lori Cole discusses how to handle a layoff on Find Your Niche: A Career...

2.17.2023

An Introduction to Applicant Tracking Systems

Applicant tracking systems are software programs used by human resources personnel to increase the efficiency of the...

2.08.2023

How to Beat Applicant Tracking Systems: Dos & Don’ts

You’ve heard you need an ATS-friendly resume, but how do applicant tracking systems work exactly? Follow these tips...

5.31.2022

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5 Tips for Responding Graciously to a Job Rejection Email [Sample]

Responding graciously to a job rejection can turn disappointment into opportunity. Learn how to respond to a job...

1.29.2024

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Applying for an Internal Position: FAQs & How-Tos

A great place to find a new job is at your current company. Learn how to succeed when applying for an internal position.

12.22.2023

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