Like with mission statements, when writing cover letters and résumés or interviewing for a new position, it’s too easy to eagerly conform to what you think others want to hear. This may be due to the fact that you are intimidated by the process itself and have yet to gain the confidence needed to claim your skilled, job-hunting voice. One of the most overused claims found on résumés is “excellent communications skills,” and this can be detrimental when you demonstrate just the opposite. Here are five common communication fails that limit job search success. Read more.
Katy Davis
Katy is responsible for supporting LibGig's recruiting department and recruiting for library and information management positions in the legal, federal, media, corporate, and academic sectors.
Latest posts by Katy Davis (see all)
- How to prepare for a phone interview - September 28, 2020
- 6-week strategy to find a job - February 19, 2020
- 2020 job application advice for job seekers - December 19, 2019