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September 26, 2023

Why Your Career Narrative Is Just as Important as Your Work History

To maximize your chances of making a meaningful impression and landing a phone screen with the recruiter, offer a clear career narrative upfront. Recruiters and hiring managers are busy reviewing...

June 26, 2023

Leaders Share Tips to Build Career Resilience as a Woman in Tech 

No career journey is complete without some level of uncertainty along the way. Discover tools to support you in times of uncertainty, whether you're an individual contributor or spearheading a...

May 10, 2023

Tech at Devoted Health: The Power of Collaborative Problem-Solving (VIDEO)

Devoted Health is on a mission to change the face of US healthcare for seniors. Watch this on-demand webinar from the Get Hired Summit to hear from members of the Devoted Health tech...

May 03, 2023

Future-Proof Your Tech Career: How to Make Strategic Decisions (VIDEO)

These days, making strategic career decisions is often tied to conversations about “quiet quitting.” This term was coined in 2022 due to a mix of: Unclear expectations Few growth...

May 01, 2023

How to Create a Strong Personal Brand: The Key to Beginning a Networking Relationship (VIDEO)

A strong brand is not only relevant for businesses. It’s important for individuals too, especially those navigating the job search. A strong personal brand that speaks to your skills, values, and...

April 12, 2023

Expert Tips: How to Manage Your Finances While You Job Hunt

According to a study, 63% of workers live paycheck to paycheck, so how do you manage finances during a job hunt? There's no doubt an extended job search strains even the most carefully managed...

March 16, 2023

Tech Candidate Spotlight: Adam Gerard, Senior Software Engineer

Can you share a little bit about your educational background?  My educational background is decidedly mixed. I have 40+ skill or knowledge-based industry assessments/certifications along...

March 01, 2023

Code Your Career: Staying Competitive in the Developer Job Market (VIDEO)

The world, especially within the tech industry, is changing faster than you realize. Many jobseekers are nervous about what these shifts mean for their future, as layoffs hit an all-time high in...

February 21, 2023

What is Workplace Ageism? (+ 5 Ways to Combat Ageism in the Job Search)

In recent years, organizations across all industries have made strides when it comes to building diverse and inclusive teams. In fact, companies are increasingly hiring and promoting employees from...

February 07, 2023

Interview to Get Hired: What Top Employers Want in 2023 (VIDEO)

What are top employers looking for from jobseekers? Watch this on-demand webinar to hear experts from Top Employers Winning Tech Talent discuss key findings and data from Hired’s What Top Tech...

January 26, 2023

Tech Candidate Spotlight – Efrem T., Sr Software Engineer

Welcome, Efrem! Can you start us off by sharing a bit about your educational background?  I am an Electrical Engineer by training. I was excited on the impact of software and its scale....

January 24, 2023

Anxiety, Fear of Failure? You're Not Alone: How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome

Have you ever felt like you’re way over your head in your career? Or maybe read a job description and thought, ‘there’s no way I’m qualified for that’? If so, you may be experiencing imposter...

January 19, 2023

How to Get Approved on Hired

Hired is a closed, curated marketplace that strives to create the best experience possible for jobseekers and hiring managers alike. In order to achieve this, our machine learning algorithm vets...

January 10, 2023

Tech Candidate Spotlight – Manuel Cheta, Senior Software Engineer in the UK

Can you start by sharing a bit about your educational background?  After finishing Aerospace Engineering university courses I decided to go into the web development world instead. I am a...

January 05, 2023

Tech Candidate Spotlight – Robert Wells, Security Engineering Technical Leader in the UK

Please share a little bit about your educational background and which educational opportunities made the biggest impact on your tech career. I earned a Bachelors in Electrical Engineering...

December 23, 2022

Tech Candidate Spotlight - Fred Campbell, Software Engineer in the UK

Can you share a little bit about your educational background? I earned a traditional degree in Experimental Psychology. I later trained in my late twenties as a Software Engineer through...

December 13, 2022

Common FAQs from Jobseekers: The Importance of Upskilling for Tech Talent (VIDEO)

In the current tech talent pool, candidates are searching for ways to upskill for that competitive edge. Upskilling is the process of continuous learning and an excellent way to stand out as a...

December 06, 2022

7 Interview Questions You Never Have to Answer (& How You Should Respond)

When you’re interviewing for a job — and particularly one you really want — it can be tempting to tell your interviewer everything they want to hear. But some seemingly innocent questions can...

November 21, 2022

Meet Hired’s Candidate Experience Team: Supporting Jobseekers Every Step of the Way

A top resource for jobseekers looking for Tech & Sales roles   A positive jobseeker experience is an essential part of a successful hiring process, so we have a candidate experience...

November 21, 2022

Thinking About a Career Transition? General Assembly’s 4 Immersive Tech Programs to Help You Pivot

Have you ever considered a career change? Perhaps, you’ve daydreamed about making a transition into a field entirely different from what you do now.  The idea is not so far out of reach and...

November 17, 2022

Tech Candidate Spotlight – Phillip Chan, Senior Software Engineer

Can you share a little bit about your educational background and what has made the biggest impact on your tech career? I have a traditional degree from UC-Berkeley. However, it’s not in...

November 08, 2022

Common FAQs from Jobseekers: Answers to Help You Craft a Professional Resume (VIDEO)

Have questions about building your resume as you navigate the job search? We shared the answers in our AMA-style discussion (now on-demand!) to address FAQs about resume optimization for the job...

November 01, 2022

How to Answer "Tell Me About Yourself" Confidently for Sales & CX Roles

To ace one of the most feared or misunderstood questions in interviews –  Tell Me About Yourself – keep reading… This common interview question, “tell me about yourself,” isn’t nearly as...

October 21, 2022

Tech Candidate Spotlight – Miranda Waters, Software Engineer

Hi Miranda! Can you start by sharing a little bit about your educational background? I have my Bachelors degree in Nutritional Sciences. About 7 years after college, in 2019, I attended a...