The job market is extremely competitive, and there’s no guarantee you’ll hear back on the applications you’ve submitted. When this happens, it may feel like nothing works in your favor. Improve your job-hunting skills and boost your chances at landing an interview with these tips:

Before you submit any of your friends to be considered by HR however, consider these 5 things… after all, it’s your professional reputation on the line.

Your resume is where a recruiter or hiring manager will make the decision to call about scheduling an interview or not, so it is essential that it is relevant to the job you’re applying for, well-written, and eye catching.

If you’re applying for jobs, it’s easy to feel like recruiters are ghosting you if you don’t hear from them for a few days. Before you jump to conclusions though, take a look at what might be going on...

When the interview question, “What is your management style?” is asked, don’t immediately answer with “I’m not a micro-manager.” That grinds my gears. Here’s why:

Gone are the days where everyone wears a suit and tie into the office every day.

No matter where you are in your career, it’s always smart to be proactive. Remember, "good things come to those who wait, but great things come to those who take action.”

Searching for a job is not a quick, easy task but it's well worth the time and effort to land the opportunity you're hoping to find. Whether you're starting your first job search or have a bit more experience, here are some job search tips from the people doing the hiring.

The worst thing you can do on your resume is copy a generic job description for more than one job. This not only shows a lack of effort, but completely fails to set your resume apart. Make sure you showcase your accomplishments in an effective and engaging way so your resume stands out.

Reneging on an offer you previously accepted is never ideal, but it does happen. There’s no reason to burn any bridges as long as you decline the accepted offer graciously and in good faith without insulting the company by following these guidelines.