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Job searching is a full-time job. Between researching employers online and networking to filling out applications and prepping for interviews, it can easily eat up 40+ hours a week. But as much work as it is to land a new job, it’s when you start one that the hard work really begins.

Sometimes getting the job is the easy part of employment – keeping it can be a whole other ballgame.

These days, job searches are more complicated than just filling out an application. Analytics, algorithms and applicant tracking systems serve as data-based gatekeepers, helping hiring managers scan, sort and search for the right candidate. And they achieve this by using keywords.

Résumés are all about getting the attention of the recruiter. But first, that résumé must get through the magical chamber of the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

“Self-care” and “stress relief” are two buzzwords that have increased in prominence with the recent stay at home orders. Whether someone is selling you a product or sharing an inspirational quote, everyone has their opinion about what you should do to make your days as productive and stress-free as possible.

In today’s world, so many functions of everyday life happen online. We entertain ourselves virtually. We learn new skills virtually. We visit with friends and family virtually. So, it should be no surprise that we find jobs and grow our careers virtually, as well.

It’s no secret that COVID-19 has affected how billions of people around the world live, connect and work.

If you’re job searching, it’s easy to get discouraged. Today’s job seekers are facing increased competition. You may find yourself wondering how to get a job.

Today’s job market is extremely competitive. Learn how to answer tough behavioral interview questions whether your interview is by phone, virtual or in person, plus get tips on how to prepare and articulate why you’re the best person for the job.

Putting together a resume is typically a task people don’t relish doing.