This post features an interview with the inspiring Michelle, a seasoned program manager for some of the Bay Area’s top companies in tech startups and Fortune 500s. After 15 years of being a lead program manager, getting unexpectedly laid off in June 2019, she...
Over the past decade of recruiting and career coaching, I have enjoyed helping international students land internships and full-time opportunities in the US. I know moving to a new country is challenging, and finding an organization to call your new home after...
When multiple people are asking you questions at once, it can be really, really intimidating. Sometimes we’re not sure how to present ourselves or if we should be doing things differently than we would in a one on one interview. So in this article, we’ll...
Have you ever gone into a networking event just feeling really anxious or nervous or maybe even scared to approach complete strangers? You’re wondering what to say, how to make it feel natural, and what you can offer. Or maybe the thought of reaching out blindly...
As a former recruiter, I have read literally tens of thousands of resumes. And I’ve seen everything from the one-pager all the way to, believe it or not, eight pages! Although I will never recommend you to have eight pages, I will recommend a couple of other...
This is a very popular question that I get, so I want to walk you through some key factors to consider before quitting your job if you don’t already have another one lined up. Let me start by saying that this is a deeply personal question. It’s truly...
Hi, I’m Emily! I help career transitioners position themselves as dream candidates so they can land their dream jobs. I believe life is too short to not wake up happy on Mondays!