Office Hours: Tips For Getting Hired During COVID-19

Do you have sufficient experience to work in our team? Yes, I have 15+ years of experience to do work in your company.

Covid etiquette?

How do we get to talk to the hiring manager or director directly to speak about our value and how we can solve their current problems

I'm interested in advice for connecting with companies when you're recent experiences are freelancing. Thanks!

I'm a recent fullstack development bootcamp grad and the apprenticeship programs I applied to have been cancelled. Do you have any tips specific to people looking for entry level positions?

What types of remote jobs are in the highest demand right now due to COVID-19?

What is their (FB, Google, etc) criteria in hiring? I went through two the last interview twice for a UX summer internship, and get rejected with no feedback or clear reasons. It takes so much...

My career was events and was laid off due to a massive layoff at my company and this virus.....do I change up my career path and focus on something else....try and get a grocery store/uber driver...

Should I emphasize to potential employers that I am already set up to work remotely (dedicated office, dedicated phone line, etc.)?

I am still continuing my job search during this time. I was training at one position, and was put on a pause due to COVID. I then got pretty far in the interview process and felt I was *this...

Is it a good time to change careers with so much economic uncertainty? Or should I stick with my current job that will re-hire me after we come out of quarantine.

Are there opportunities to get your foot in the door for certain sectors during the COVID crisis?

If I had to choose between updating my Resume and updating LinkedIn which should I prioritize?

How do I craft my resume and cover letter to get noticed as a career pivoter/entry level Designer? There are lay offs in my new field amongst the pandemic.

any tips for caring for kids meanwhile working at home?

Any tips on finding out if companies are really hiring?

How do I land an entry-level role during this recession?

What if you are looking for entry level positions during this time?

To what extent do you anticipate present employment opportunities to persist after the pandemic runs its course?

How do you answer the what’s you salary expectation questioning in a screening interview when you have flexibility? You don’t want to miss a chance to get the best possible salary and you don’t...

What is the best way to stay top-of-mind with employers who are slowing down or freezing hiring?

How do I get back into tech, when i was a software engineer, then i had kids and stayed home with them, then i became a teacher?

What is a realistic timetable from companies in terms of hiring given everything that is going on and the notable dragging of feet in making hiring decisions?

How do I highlight transferable skills?

How to make our resumes stand up from hundreds of resumes being submitted for the same position and that are most likely being selected by automated systems, not by human beings.

How to effectively pivot your career (i.e. change industries) during the era of COVID-19

Are interviews virtually?

I’d like to apply for UX jobs during this time, but a lot of companies in my area (Michigan/Midwest) are on a hiring freeze. I’m wondering how to handle applying for jobs in places I don’t want to...

1. I’m making a career pivot from marketing into sales. How can I convince companies to take a chance on me (vs. going with someone with direct sales experience) 2. Does Biggie have a mixtape? 🐶

Are companies actually hiring now with just virtual and phone interviews? I’ve had planned calls where they have told me they paused on hiring for these next few weeks.

My main employment is as a videographer which isn't something I can do from home, but editing video I can. Via the company that I work with, On The Record, I can help with video conferences, live...

I'm a teacher looking to leave the traditional classroom setting - are there any roles/industries that would be an easy transition?

Hi, a) In these times of remote work, should one pursue organizations that are out of state? b) How should one introduce the topic of remote work this in a cover letter?

Do you suggest holding off on active job searching right now to give employers more time to adapt to the current conditions? I worry that many job applications I am sending right now will get...

Which will be easier to land - remote or in person job during these times? How do I stand out in the masses for remote jobs?

What's the best way to prepare for a Zoom interview since initial impressions are so important?

What Industries have growth and are projected continue growth going forward

As I navigate the job market, I'm beginning to feel that finding a job as a brand new Software Engineer might be too arduous of a task during the COVID crisis, as companies might not be willing to...

What industries are having growth and are hiring because of it?

If we are looking to upskill and transition a career in tech, what skills/roles are most in demand right now?