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Common Mistakes in Salary Negotiation and How to Avoid Them for a Better Deal

Leave a Comment / Job application / By Andrew Hilson / 14 minutes of reading

Common Mistakes in Salary Negotiation and How to Avoid Them for a Better Deal You’ve landed the interview, impressed the hiring manager, and now they’re ready to make you an offer. But here’s where many talented professionals stumble—they either accept the first number they hear or fumble through a negotiation that leaves money on the […]

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Research shows that people who engage in salary discussions can earn 20-30% more than those who simply accept initial offers

How to Follow Up with Recruiters on LinkedIn: Best Practices for Maintaining Professional Connections

Leave a Comment / Cold outreach, Job application / By Andrew Hilson / 10 minutes of reading

How to Follow Up with Recruiters on LinkedIn: Best Practices for Maintaining Professional Connections You’ve sent that perfect application, crafted your cover letter, and hit submit. Now what? The silence from recruiters can feel deafening, especially when you’re actively job searching and need to keep momentum going. Here’s the reality: most candidates sit back and

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Infographic showing the recommended maximum of 2-3 follow-up messages to maintain professionalism

Best Podcasts for Job Seekers: Top Shows to Help You Land Your Dream Job

Leave a Comment / Career coaching, Job application / By Andrew Hilson / 8 minutes of reading

Best Podcasts for Job Seekers: Top Shows to Help You Land Your Dream Job You’re scrolling through endless career podcasts, wondering which ones actually deliver actionable advice instead of generic motivation. The job market has been unpredictable since 2020, and frankly, most career content is filled with fluff that doesn’t help you get hired. What

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Choose 2-3 shows that align with your goals, listen actively with a notebook, and commit to implementing at least one strategy per episode

Negotiating Salary After Verbal Offer: How to Secure Your Desired Pay Before You Sign

Leave a Comment / Career coaching, Job application / By Andrew Hilson / 8 minutes of reading

Negotiating Salary After Verbal Offer: How to Secure Your Desired Pay Before You Sign You’ve just received a verbal job offer – congratulations! But now comes the moment that makes many professionals freeze up: is it actually okay to negotiate salary after they’ve already made you an offer? The short answer is absolutely yes, and

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Studies show that most hiring managers build flexibility into their initial offers specifically because they anticipate this conversation

Job Search Mistakes to Avoid: Common Pitfalls and How to Stay on Track

Leave a Comment / Job application / By Andrew Hilson / 9 minutes of reading

Job Search Mistakes to Avoid: Common Pitfalls and How to Stay on Track The job market has been wild since the beginning of Covid, and I’ve seen countless professionals make the same costly mistakes that sabotage their search before it even begins. After 15 years in talent leadership and helping hundreds of job seekers land

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The average corporate job posting receives 250 applications, and only 2% of applicants get interviews

Best Time of Year to Job Hunt: When to Start Searching for the Best Opportunities

Leave a Comment / Cold outreach, Job application / By Andrew Hilson / 12 minutes of reading

Best Time of Year to Job Hunt: When to Start Searching for the Best Opportunities You’re staring at your calendar, wondering if you should start your job search now or wait until “the right time.” Here’s the truth: timing your job search strategically can make the difference between landing multiple interviews and hearing nothing but

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Infographic showing 42-day average hiring timeline from job posting to hire

Salary Negotiation Tips for Women: How to Close the Pay Gap and Advocate for Yourself

Leave a Comment / Job application / By Andrew Hilson / 9 minutes of reading

Salary Negotiation Tips for Women: How to Close the Pay Gap and Advocate for Yourself I’ve seen this story play out countless times in my 15 years as a talent leader: a brilliant woman gets a job offer, accepts it without negotiating, and later discovers a less-qualified male colleague started at a significantly higher salary.

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Infographic showing the gender pay gap with women earning approximately 75% of what men earn

How to Negotiate Benefits Package: Essential Tips for Securing a Competitive Offer

Leave a Comment / Job application / By Andrew Hilson / 9 minutes of reading

How to Negotiate Benefits Package: Essential Tips for Securing a Competitive Offer Getting a job offer feels great, but what happens next can make or break your career trajectory. You’ve proven your worth to land the offer, but now comes the crucial part: negotiating a benefits package that truly reflects your value. Most professionals leave

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Benefits can add 20-30% to your overall package value, yet many candidates focus solely on the base number

How to Ask for Relocation Assistance: A Guide to Negotiating Your Move for a New Job

Leave a Comment / Job application / By Andrew Hilson / 9 minutes of reading

How to Ask for Relocation Assistance: A Guide to Negotiating Your Move for a New Job You just landed a great job offer, but there’s one catch—you need to relocate. The excitement quickly turns to anxiety as you wonder: “How do I ask for relocation assistance without seeming demanding?” This concern is completely valid, and

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How to Write a Job Application: Essential Tips for Getting That Dream Job Role

Leave a Comment / Job application / By Andrew Hilson / 15 minutes of reading

How to Write a Job Application: Essential Tips for Getting That Dream Job Role The job application process can feel overwhelming. With 7.2 million Americans actively seeking employment as of April 2025, competition remains significant for many positions. (Source: Freedom for All Americans) A well-crafted job application makes all the difference. It serves as your

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