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I am a National Software Management Insider and I have some secrets to share with you. There are many things that people don’t know about me, but there are also many things that they do know. People often ask me if I work for myself or if I work for someone else. They might ask what my day-to-day job is like, or how much money do you make? These are all good questions, but the most important one is “What advice can you give me on how to succeed in my career as a software professional?”
This article will answer these questions and more!
The first thing I would say to someone who is just starting their career in the software industry is that they should be networking. One of the most important skills for a software professional or anyone else, really, is being able to network and make connections with other people. There are many ways you can reach out and start making these connections it could be through social media platforms like LinkedIn or Facebook.
Attending conferences and other events where you live; talking about your work at local meetups for developer, reaching out to your friends on those channels if there’s something specific you want advice on..the list goes on! What matters most though is taking action NOW so that your networks aren’t empty when things get busy later. Networking will help you get promoted and find the information, advice or resources that’ll help you do your job more effectively.
To learn even more about how to take networking seriously as a software professional, we recommend checking out this blog post:
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Long-Form Content Outline: The Biggest Mistakes Job Seekers Make Wednesday, December 18, 2017
Title: The Biggest Mistakes Job Seekers Make – Wednesday, December 18, 2017
There is a lot of competition for jobs right now and it can be difficult to stand out from other candidates when applying. Here are some common mistakes that prevent people from getting hired.- They send an unprofessional cover letter or resume which shows no thought went into the application process They never follow up with hiring managers after submitting their applications so they don’t know what happened or if there were any questions about their application (even though this should always happen).- Their resume doesn’t include all relevant information.
Tips for Job Seekers: Here are some tips for job seekers to avoid these common mistakes and stand out from other applicants:- Read the ad carefully before applying, so you know what skills they’re looking for.Tailor your resume specifically to that position by including all necessary experience and accomplishments at the beginning of each line Follow up with the employer after submitting an application in order show them you care about their process.
Personal Experience: I had a few interviews last year where I was told by hiring managers why my interview went poorly because it seemed like I didn’t put any effort into preparing or really want this specific position but rather just apply to anything else that looked good on CareerBuilder/LinkedIn. This is the worst thing you can do because time and effort are not something an employer should have to spend on someone who doesn’t really want the position.
Doing your homework before applying, tailoring resumes specifically for each individual job opening, following up after submitting applications – these simple things will go a long way in making sure you’re a top candidate for the position, even if it’s not the one that you originally were looking for.
Advice: Prepare before applying to any new job openings by tailoring resumes specifically for each individual opening and following up after submitting applications with an email thanking them in advance of considering your application. If they have contacted you about moving forward with their process, this is what I typically tell candidates “I’m really excited to learn more about ABC Company! It sounds like my background would be a great fit based on You can also mention how much research you’ve done into company culture/values from reading through blog posts or social media content posted by employees online. These are things employers are looking for in candidates, and it will help you stand out from the crowd.
I hope this helps! If you have any other questions about how to apply to a job opening like these, feel free to reach out anytime!
