Blog Posts by Karissa Justice | Tech Jobs for Good

Articles written by Karissa Justice

Your job descriptions are the first impression job seekers have of your organization. In just a few paragraphs, potential candidates make a critical decision: apply to your opening and commit to the interview process, or click through to the next job posting. In this deep dive on How to Write a Job Description, we guide you through each step of crafting a compelling description that highlights your mission and culture while accurately matching qualifications to the responsibilities and purpose of the role.

Posted by Karissa Justice | Hiring Best Practices

Sometimes recruiters reach out with vague information, inappropriately matched jobs, or just don’t respond. Is it possible to find a job through a recruiter? Yes! But it’s important to understand how third-party recruiters work for the best results.

Posted by Karissa Justice | Job Seekers

Whether you are actively job searching or simply want to stay open to new career options, there are a few ways you can optimize your LinkedIn profile to make it easier for recruiters to find you.

Posted by Karissa Justice | Job Seekers

Looking for a new job is frustrating, lonely, and a lot of work. If you’re between jobs, you may be under a lot of pressure to find something quickly. How long does a job search take, exactly?

Posted by Karissa Justice | Job Seekers

Have you ever sat looking at the LinkedIn profile page of someone you didn’t know on LinkedIn, and wondered if you should connect with them? Here's an easy way to reach out.

Posted by Karissa Justice | Job Seekers

How can new grads learn about career options and job titles they don't know exist? Ask the right questions while networking to uncover great opportunities!

Posted by Karissa Justice | Job Seekers

For people who aren’t on a highly specialized career track, finding a new job can feel completely directionless. How do you plan for your next job when your skills are general? Use this graph to quickly identify the type of job that is best for you!

Posted by Karissa Justice | Job Seekers

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” Remember that question? Career goals can be hard and stressful for many people. What if you don't know where you'll be in 5-10 years? There are three main types of career goals that you can choose from.

Posted by Karissa Justice | Job Seekers

You got an informational interview! But now what? In order to get the most out of a networking meeting, you need to decide what questions to ask and do your research ahead of time.

Posted by Karissa Justice | Job Seekers

It’s important for job seekers to know what they’re looking for, and not just what they want to get away from, because it will help you narrow and target your job search better. No matter what your career goal is, you can find a workplace or job that matches your needs.

Posted by Karissa Justice | Job Seekers

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