{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"BothSides Career Strategies","home_page_url":"https://bothsidescareers.com","description":"BothSides Career Strategies","author":{"name":"BothSides Career Strategies"},"items":[{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/scam-my-name-reputation-are-being-used-to-target-jobseekers","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Scam.jpg\"/><p>⚠️URGENT SCAM ALERT: MY NAME & REPUTATION ARE BEING USED TO TARGET JOB SEEKERS⚠️</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/scam-my-name-reputation-are-being-used-to-target-jobseekers","title":"SCAM: MY NAME & REPUTATION ARE BEING USED TO TARGET JOBSEEKERS!!","summary":"⚠️URGENT SCAM ALERT: MY NAME & REPUTATION ARE BEING USED TO TARGET JOB SEEKERS⚠️","date_modified":"2026-04-16T20:28:59Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/yes-a-human-actually-read-your-resume-how-ai-works-wrecruiting","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Brain%20and%20AI%20image.jpg\"/><p>I've been recruiting for years, and lately I keep seeing the same panic in job seeker forums, LinkedIn posts, and DMs:</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/yes-a-human-actually-read-your-resume-how-ai-works-wrecruiting","title":"Yes, a Human Actually Read Your Resume: How AI Works w/Recruiting","summary":"I've been recruiting for years, and lately I keep seeing the same panic in job seeker forums, LinkedIn posts, and DMs:","date_modified":"2025-12-09T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/mass-layoffs-during-the-holidays-you-had-other-options","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Why%20Before%20Christmas%20layoffs.jpg\"/><p>In my career I've seen my share of layoffs. Reorgs, mergers, acquisitions, budget cuts—I get it. Sometimes layoffs happen. That's business; unfortunate, but true.</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/mass-layoffs-during-the-holidays-you-had-other-options","title":"Mass Layoffs During the Holidays? You Had Other Options.","summary":"In my career I've seen my share of layoffs. Reorgs, mergers, acquisitions, budget cuts—I get it. Sometimes layoffs happen. That's business; unfortunate, but true.","date_modified":"2025-12-08T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/start-immediately-is-a-myth-and-why-it-hurts-everyone","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Time%20to%20Start.jpg\"/><p>\"I just applied for a job that said 'must be able to start immediately' in bold letters at the top of the posting. I clicked the box that said I could start 'immediately' even though I need to give a 2 week notice.\" This...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/start-immediately-is-a-myth-and-why-it-hurts-everyone","title":"\"Start Immediately\" Is a Myth (And Why It Hurts Everyone)","summary":"\"I just applied for a job that said 'must be able to start immediately' in bold letters at the top of the posting. I clicked the box that said I could start 'immediately' even though I need to give a 2 week notice.\" This...","date_modified":"2025-12-07T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/what-i-learned-recruiting-wout-a-big-name-it-made-me-better","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Recruitment%20animation.jpeg\"/><p>As you know, I've been recruiting for over 20 years. You've probably never heard of most of the companies I've recruited for.</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/what-i-learned-recruiting-wout-a-big-name-it-made-me-better","title":"What I Learned Recruiting w/out a \"Big\" Name (It Made Me Better)","summary":"As you know, I've been recruiting for over 20 years. You've probably never heard of most of the companies I've recruited for.","date_modified":"2025-12-06T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/complete-guide-to-state-transparency-laws-what-employers-must-do","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Pay-Transparency-Laws-StateMap_740x560-1536x1.webp\"/><p>The Complete Guide to State Pay Transparency Laws: What Employers Must Disclose and What It Means for Job Seekers </p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/complete-guide-to-state-transparency-laws-what-employers-must-do","title":"Complete Guide to State Transparency Laws: What Employers Must Do","summary":"The Complete Guide to State Pay Transparency Laws: What Employers Must Disclose and What It Means for Job Seekers ","date_modified":"2025-12-05T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/your-employer-cannot-stop-you-from-discussing-your-pay-wcoworker","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/NLRA%20image.jpg\"/><p>I've been a recruiter for over 20 years. I've seen this scenario play out hundreds of times:</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/your-employer-cannot-stop-you-from-discussing-your-pay-wcoworker","title":"Your Employer Cannot Stop You From Discussing Your Pay w/Coworker","summary":"I've been a recruiter for over 20 years. I've seen this scenario play out hundreds of times:","date_modified":"2025-12-04T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/5-red-flags-i-ignored-during-my-interview-at-my-last-job","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Toxic%20Work%20Environment.jpg\"/><p>I just left a toxic workplace after nearly a year of dysfunction, gaslighting, pettiness, unprofessional behavior, and organizational chaos. Looking back, every red flag was visible during the interview process. I saw th...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/5-red-flags-i-ignored-during-my-interview-at-my-last-job","title":"5 Red Flags I Ignored During My Interview At My Last Job ","summary":"I just left a toxic workplace after nearly a year of dysfunction, gaslighting, pettiness, unprofessional behavior, and organizational chaos. Looking back, every red flag was visible during the interview process. I saw th...","date_modified":"2025-12-03T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/is-the-recruiting-system-broken-and-if-so-how-do-we-fix-it","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Broken%20System.png\"/><p>This article may spark some debate and my opinions may not be popular, but here they are. There's a debate happening in recruiting circles right now. Many recruiters insist the system isn't broken—it's working exactly as...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/is-the-recruiting-system-broken-and-if-so-how-do-we-fix-it","title":"Is The Recruiting System Broken? And If So, How Do We Fix It?","summary":"This article may spark some debate and my opinions may not be popular, but here they are. There's a debate happening in recruiting circles right now. Many recruiters insist the system isn't broken—it's working exactly as...","date_modified":"2025-12-02T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/anatomy-of-a-bad-boss-red-flags-warning-signs-and-what-to-do","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Bad%20Boss%20stepping%20on%20employees.png\"/><p>The Anatomy of a Bad Boss: Red Flags, Warning Signs, and What to Do About It</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/anatomy-of-a-bad-boss-red-flags-warning-signs-and-what-to-do","title":"Anatomy of a Bad Boss: Red Flags, Warning Signs, and What to Do","summary":"The Anatomy of a Bad Boss: Red Flags, Warning Signs, and What to Do About It","date_modified":"2025-12-01T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/the-real-reasons-employees-are-leaving-in-2025-the-latest-data","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Employee%20walking%20out%20door.jpg\"/><p>After 20+ years in HR and recruiting, I've heard every exit interview justification imaginable. But here's what's fascinating about 2025: we finally have comprehensive data that separates what people say they're leaving ...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/the-real-reasons-employees-are-leaving-in-2025-the-latest-data","title":"The Real Reasons Employees Are Leaving in 2025: The Latest Data","summary":"After 20+ years in HR and recruiting, I've heard every exit interview justification imaginable. But here's what's fascinating about 2025: we finally have comprehensive data that separates what people say they're leaving ...","date_modified":"2025-11-30T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/are-they-actually-hiringor-just-harvesting-your-ideas-for-free","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/harvesting.jpg\"/><p>Let's talk about something that's been frustrating job seekers for years - and it's only getting worse in this current employment market.</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/are-they-actually-hiringor-just-harvesting-your-ideas-for-free","title":"Are They Actually Hiring...Or Just Harvesting Your Ideas for Free","summary":"Let's talk about something that's been frustrating job seekers for years - and it's only getting worse in this current employment market.","date_modified":"2025-11-29T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/were-like-a-family-here---the-big-red-flag-in-job-postings","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/One%20big%20happy%20family.jpg\"/><p>Someone recently commented on one of my LinkedIn posts about job search red flags with an absolute gem: \"When companies say 'we're all just one big, giant family here!'\"</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/were-like-a-family-here---the-big-red-flag-in-job-postings","title":"\"We're Like a Family Here!\" - The Big Red Flag in Job Postings","summary":"Someone recently commented on one of my LinkedIn posts about job search red flags with an absolute gem: \"When companies say 'we're all just one big, giant family here!'\"","date_modified":"2025-11-28T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/the-120k-jobs-nobody-wants-why-we-need-to-stop-pushing-college","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Skilled%20Trades.jpg\"/><p>Ford CEO Jim Farley just said something that should make every unemployed college graduate sit up and pay attention: Ford has 5,000 mechanic jobs paying $120,000 a year that they can't fill.</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/the-120k-jobs-nobody-wants-why-we-need-to-stop-pushing-college","title":"The $120K Jobs Nobody Wants: Why We Need to Stop Pushing College ","summary":"Ford CEO Jim Farley just said something that should make every unemployed college graduate sit up and pay attention: Ford has 5,000 mechanic jobs paying $120,000 a year that they can't fill.","date_modified":"2025-11-26T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/ghosting-the-two-way-street-nobody-wants-to-talk-about","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/human-gloomy-ghost-costume-flying-countryside.jpg\"/><p>Let's talk about ghosting in the job market. You know, that thing that everyone complains about constantly on LinkedIn. \"I had THREE interviews and they GHOSTED me!\" \"I applied to 50 jobs and got GHOSTED by all of them!\"</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/ghosting-the-two-way-street-nobody-wants-to-talk-about","title":"Ghosting: The Two-Way Street Nobody Wants to Talk About","summary":"Let's talk about ghosting in the job market. You know, that thing that everyone complains about constantly on LinkedIn. \"I had THREE interviews and they GHOSTED me!\" \"I applied to 50 jobs and got GHOSTED by all of them!\"","date_modified":"2025-11-25T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/how-to-answer-why-do-you-want-to-work-here-really","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Why%20Do%20You%20Want%20to%20Work%20Here.jpg\"/><p>I'd like to talk about one of the most frustrating, tone-deaf interview questions that refuses to die: \"Why do you want to work here?\"</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/how-to-answer-why-do-you-want-to-work-here-really","title":"How to Answer \"Why Do You Want to Work Here?\" (Really?!)","summary":"I'd like to talk about one of the most frustrating, tone-deaf interview questions that refuses to die: \"Why do you want to work here?\"","date_modified":"2025-11-24T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/the-pros-cons-of-the-410-workweek-is-the-us-gonna-get-onboard","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/4-10-work-schedule.png\"/><p>The debate over the 4/10 schedule — four days of work with 10 hours each day— is heating up across U.S. organizations. Unlike Europe’s growing “32-hour, four-day week” movement, the American version often means compressi...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/the-pros-cons-of-the-410-workweek-is-the-us-gonna-get-onboard","title":"The Pros & Cons of the 4/10 Workweek: Is the US Gonna Get Onboard","summary":"The debate over the 4/10 schedule — four days of work with 10 hours each day— is heating up across U.S. organizations. Unlike Europe’s growing “32-hour, four-day week” movement, the American version often means compressi...","date_modified":"2025-11-23T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/what-is-%E2%80%9Cjob-hugging%E2%80%9D-and-why-it%E2%80%99s-suddenly-everywhere-now","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Job%20Hugging.jpg\"/><p>There’s a new phrase in the career lexicon: “job hugging.” Unlike job-hopping, where people change roles too frequently to chase better pay or job titles, job-hugging is about clinging tight to a current job out of pure ...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/what-is-%E2%80%9Cjob-hugging%E2%80%9D-and-why-it%E2%80%99s-suddenly-everywhere-now","title":"What Is “Job Hugging”? And Why It’s Suddenly Everywhere Now","summary":"There’s a new phrase in the career lexicon: “job hugging.” Unlike job-hopping, where people change roles too frequently to chase better pay or job titles, job-hugging is about clinging tight to a current job out of pure ...","date_modified":"2025-11-22T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/bad-recruiter-behaviors-what-makes-a-bad-recruiter","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/unpleased-pretty-woman-thumbs-down-with-two-ha.jpg\"/><p>As you know, I've been a recruiter for many years. And right now, I'm also actively job searching in one of the most brutal markets I've ever seen.</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/bad-recruiter-behaviors-what-makes-a-bad-recruiter","title":"Bad Recruiter Behaviors: What Makes a \"Bad\" Recruiter?","summary":"As you know, I've been a recruiter for many years. And right now, I'm also actively job searching in one of the most brutal markets I've ever seen.","date_modified":"2025-11-21T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/red-flags-recruiters-see-in-your-application-which-ones-matter","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Red%20Flag.jpg\"/><p>A few days ago, I wrote about red flags in job postings—warning signs that tell candidates to proceed with caution (or flat out run for the hills). The post resonated with a lot of people because we've all felt that mome...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/red-flags-recruiters-see-in-your-application-which-ones-matter","title":"Red Flags Recruiters See in Your Application-Which Ones Matter?","summary":"A few days ago, I wrote about red flags in job postings—warning signs that tell candidates to proceed with caution (or flat out run for the hills). The post resonated with a lot of people because we've all felt that mome...","date_modified":"2025-11-20T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/what-actually-happens-to-your-application-when-you-click-submit","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/job-application-hiring-document-form-concept.jpg\"/><p>You spend an hour tailoring your resume. You write a thoughtful cover letter. You answer all the screening questions. You click \"Submit\" and then...and then what? (Sound familiar?)</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/what-actually-happens-to-your-application-when-you-click-submit","title":"What Actually Happens to Your Application When You Click \"Submit\"","summary":"You spend an hour tailoring your resume. You write a thoughtful cover letter. You answer all the screening questions. You click \"Submit\" and then...and then what? (Sound familiar?)","date_modified":"2025-11-19T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/red-flags-in-job-postings-what-i-look-for-now","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/red-flag-waving.jpg\"/><p>I just applied to about 30 jobs in one day. Yes, you read that right. And before you judge me for \"spray and pray\" tactics, let me tell you—I'm currently living both sides of this equation. I've spent 20+ years as a recr...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/red-flags-in-job-postings-what-i-look-for-now","title":"Red Flags in Job Postings: What I Look For Now ","summary":"I just applied to about 30 jobs in one day. Yes, you read that right. And before you judge me for \"spray and pray\" tactics, let me tell you—I'm currently living both sides of this equation. I've spent 20+ years as a recr...","date_modified":"2025-11-18T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/recruitment-vs-talent-acquisition-whats-the-difference","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/workplace-violence-taking-place-colleagues.jpg\"/><p>If you've been navigating the job market or building a hiring function, you've probably heard both terms thrown around—sometimes interchangeably. But here's the truth: recruitment and talent acquisition are not the same ...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/recruitment-vs-talent-acquisition-whats-the-difference","title":"Recruitment vs. Talent Acquisition: What's the Difference?","summary":"If you've been navigating the job market or building a hiring function, you've probably heard both terms thrown around—sometimes interchangeably. But here's the truth: recruitment and talent acquisition are not the same ...","date_modified":"2025-11-17T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/2026-hiring-trends-what-job-seekers-and-employers-need-to-know","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/recruitment-jobs-career-hiring-vacancy-word%20(1.jpg\"/><p>Understanding the shifts shaping recruitment and what they mean for your career strategy</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/2026-hiring-trends-what-job-seekers-and-employers-need-to-know","title":"2026 Hiring Trends: What Job Seekers and Employers Need to Know","summary":"Understanding the shifts shaping recruitment and what they mean for your career strategy","date_modified":"2025-11-13T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/how-to-network-on-linkedin-when-you-hate-networking","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/8379992.jpg\"/><p>A practical guide for introverts and anyone who finds traditional networking exhausting</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/how-to-network-on-linkedin-when-you-hate-networking","title":"How to Network on LinkedIn When You Hate Networking","summary":"A practical guide for introverts and anyone who finds traditional networking exhausting","date_modified":"2025-11-12T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/how-to-tailor-your-resume-without-rewriting-it-50-times","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/5188019.jpg\"/><p>A strategic system for customizing your resume efficiently without burning out</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/how-to-tailor-your-resume-without-rewriting-it-50-times","title":"How to Tailor Your Resume Without Rewriting It 50 Times","summary":"A strategic system for customizing your resume efficiently without burning out","date_modified":"2025-11-11T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/quantifying-resume-achievements-when-you-dont-have-hard-numbers","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/stock/8301\"/><p>How to demonstrate impact even when you can't say \"increased revenue by 47%\"</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/quantifying-resume-achievements-when-you-dont-have-hard-numbers","title":"Quantifying Resume Achievements When You Don't Have Hard Numbers","summary":"How to demonstrate impact even when you can't say \"increased revenue by 47%\"","date_modified":"2025-11-10T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/contact-information-for-job-seekers-its-a-must-on-your-resume","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/5188019.jpg\"/><p>I need to talk to job seekers about something basic that costs people opportunities every single week:</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/contact-information-for-job-seekers-its-a-must-on-your-resume","title":"Contact Information for Job Seekers: It's a MUST on your resume!","summary":"I need to talk to job seekers about something basic that costs people opportunities every single week:","date_modified":"2025-11-09T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/explaining-your-employment-gaps","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/interviewer-reading-applicants-long-resume.jpg\"/><p>Employment gaps aren't the career killer you think they are. But how you explain them matters.</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/explaining-your-employment-gaps","title":"Explaining Your Employment Gaps","summary":"Employment gaps aren't the career killer you think they are. But how you explain them matters.","date_modified":"2025-11-08T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/what-happens-in-the-first-10-seconds-of-a-mgr-reading-your-resume","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/handsome-young-man-working-with-digital-tablet.jpg\"/><p>I've reviewed thousands of resumes over 20+ years in hiring. Here's what I'm actually looking for in the first 10 seconds—and it's probably not what you think.</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/what-happens-in-the-first-10-seconds-of-a-mgr-reading-your-resume","title":"What Happens In the First 10 Seconds of a Mgr Reading Your Resume","summary":"I've reviewed thousands of resumes over 20+ years in hiring. Here's what I'm actually looking for in the first 10 seconds—and it's probably not what you think.","date_modified":"2025-11-07T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/free-15-minute-consultation-offer-what-why-would-you-do-this","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/employee-career-word.jpg\"/><p>I've spent 20+ years in HR and recruiting. I've reviewed thousands of resumes, conducted countless interviews, and seen both sides of the hiring process from every angle.</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/free-15-minute-consultation-offer-what-why-would-you-do-this","title":"Free 15-Minute Consultation Offer: What?! Why Would You Do This?","summary":"I've spent 20+ years in HR and recruiting. I've reviewed thousands of resumes, conducted countless interviews, and seen both sides of the hiring process from every angle.","date_modified":"2025-11-06T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/dming-recruiters-and-hiring-managers-on-linkedin-yes-or-no","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/8379992.jpg\"/><p>Should you DM recruiters and hiring managers on LinkedIn about jobs?</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/dming-recruiters-and-hiring-managers-on-linkedin-yes-or-no","title":"DMing Recruiters and Hiring Managers on LinkedIn: Yes or No?","summary":"Should you DM recruiters and hiring managers on LinkedIn about jobs?","date_modified":"2025-11-05T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/the-truth-about-applying-to-jobs-posted-more-than-2-weeks-ago","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/recruitment-jobs-career-hiring-vacancy-word.jpg\"/><p>Should you bother applying, or is your application going into a black hole?</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/the-truth-about-applying-to-jobs-posted-more-than-2-weeks-ago","title":"The Truth About Applying to Jobs Posted More Than 2 Weeks Ago","summary":"Should you bother applying, or is your application going into a black hole?","date_modified":"2025-11-04T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/well-keep-your-resume-on-file-pro-tipno-they-wont","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/approved_and_rejected_boxes_stamp_texture.jpg\"/><p>\"We'll keep your resume on file for future opportunities.\"</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/well-keep-your-resume-on-file-pro-tipno-they-wont","title":"\"We'll Keep Your Resume on File\": Pro-tip...No They Won't","summary":"\"We'll keep your resume on file for future opportunities.\"","date_modified":"2025-11-03T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/how-to-search-for-a-job-in-a-recession","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/27104.jpg\"/><p>Job Searching During a Recession (yes, we're in one although some don't want to admit it!)</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/how-to-search-for-a-job-in-a-recession","title":"How To Search For a Job In a Recession:","summary":"Job Searching During a Recession (yes, we're in one although some don't want to admit it!)","date_modified":"2025-11-02T12:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/spray-and-pray-vs-targeted-job-search-which-actually-works","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/closeup-job-applicant-giving-his-resume-job-in.jpg\"/><p>The honest truth about volume versus strategy in your job 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position","date_modified":"2025-10-31T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/4-day-work-week-why-europe-is-winning-the-us-needs-to-catch-up","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Map%20of%20Europe.jpg\"/><p>How a shorter work week is delivering better results across Europe—and why American companies are missing out</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/4-day-work-week-why-europe-is-winning-the-us-needs-to-catch-up","title":"4-Day Work Week: Why Europe Is Winning & the US Needs to Catch Up","summary":"How a shorter work week is delivering better results across Europe—and why American companies are missing out","date_modified":"2025-10-30T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/utilize-stay-interviews-ask-before-they-quit","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/exit_icon_sign_vector_illustration.jpg\"/><p>How proactive retention conversations can 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This guide provides actionable strategies and insights to hel...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/mastering-career-transitions-strategies-for-success","title":"Mastering Career Transitions: Strategies for Success","summary":"Navigating a career transition can be a daunting process, whether you're shifting industries, seeking a promotion, or reentering the workforce after a hiatus. 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They take institutional knowledge, company culture, client relationships, team dynamics, and a significant chunk of your...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/the-true-cost-of-replacing-an-employee-in-2025","title":"The True Cost of Replacing an Employee in 2025","summary":"Every time an employee walks out the door, they take more than their personal belongings with them. 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I've been employed for years and haven't had to write a resume! I'm panicking! What should I do?\" These are thoughts and fears of many a new job seeker in this crazy employment market. Here are some tips and tric...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/job-hunting-for-the-first-time-in-years-need-a-resume-now-what","title":"JOB HUNTING FOR THE FIRST TIME IN YEARS & NEED A RESUME: NOW WHAT","summary":"\"Oh no! I've been employed for years and haven't had to write a resume! I'm panicking! What should I do?\" These are thoughts and fears of many a new job seeker in this crazy employment market. Here are some tips and tric...","date_modified":"2025-10-20T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/are-cover-letters-obsolete-the-truth-about-cover-letters-in-2025","html_content":"<img src=\"https://img1.wsimg.com/isteam/ip/6ae4d38f-2ee3-4226-9e9e-f9035b099b86/Untitled%20design%20(3).png\"/><p>It's one of the most debated questions in today's job search: \"Do I really need to write a cover letter?\" With AI-generated applications, streamlined online portals, and recruiters managing hundreds or thousands of appli...</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/are-cover-letters-obsolete-the-truth-about-cover-letters-in-2025","title":"Are Cover Letters Obsolete? 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For the first time since March 2021, there are now more unemployed people in the U.S....</p>","url":"https://bothsidescareers.com/f/the-job-market-has-shifted%E2%80%94heres-what-job-seekers-need-to-know","title":"The Job Market Has Shifted—Here's What Job Seekers Need to Know:","summary":"If you're feeling like the job search is harder than it used to be, you're not imagining it. To state the obvious, it's pretty brutal. For the first time since March 2021, there are now more unemployed people in the U.S....","date_modified":"2025-10-18T11:00:00Z"}]}