The Google Resume

The Google Resume is the only book available on how to win a coveted spot at Google, Microsoft, Apple, or other top tech firms. Gayle Laakmann McDowell worked in Google Engineering for three years, where she served on the hiring committee and interviewed over 120 candidates. She interned for Microsoft and Apple, and interviewed with and received offers from ten tech firms. If you’re a student, you’ll learn what to study and how to prepare while in school, as well as what career paths to consider. If you’re a job seeker, you’ll get an edge on your competition by learning about hiring procedures and making yourself stand out from other candidates. Covers key concerns like what to major in, which extra-curriculars and other experiences look good, how to apply, how to design and tailor your resume, how to prepare for and excel in the interview, and much more Author was on Google’s hiring committee; interned at Microsoft and Apple; has received job offers from more than 10 tech firms; and runs CareerCup.com, a site devoted to tech jobs Get the only comprehensive guide to working at some of America’s most dynamic, innovative, and well-paying tech companies with The Google Resume.

Since its inception, the name Google has become synonymous with information and know-how. Users are able to tap into the mega search engine to ascertain details from the most minute to the most complex and be afforded a wealth of information. In continuing the trend of meeting consumer needs, the owners of Google have introduced Google Resume. Google Resume is a professional resume building assistant that can be accessed and utilized for that all important resume creation. The process is seamless and timely and the end result, professional and trendy. The new feature offers users a plethora of resume templates from which to choose. This provides options that enable users to personalize the resume process; selecting templates to complement the position being applied for as well as to suit their individual personality.

Become the applicant Google can't turn down Cracking the Tech Career is the job seeker's guide to landing a coveted position at one of the top tech firms. A follow-up to The Google Resume, this book provides new information on what these companies want, and how to show them you have what it takes to succeed in the role. Early planners will learn what to study, and established professionals will discover how to make their skillset and experience set them apart from the crowd. Author Gayle Laakmann McDowell worked in engineering at Google, and interviewed over 120 candidates as a member of the hiring committee – in this book, she shares her perspectives on what works and what doesn't, what makes you desirable, and what gets your resume saved or deleted. Apple, Microsoft, and Google are the coveted companies in the current job market. They field hundreds of resumes every day, and have their pick of the cream of the crop when it comes to selecting new hires. If you think the right alma mater is all it takes, you need to update your thinking. Top companies, especially in the tech sector, are looking for more. This book is the complete guide to becoming the candidate they just cannot turn away. Discover the career paths that run through the top tech firms Learn how to craft the prefect resume and prepare for the interview Find ways to make yourself stand out from the hordes of other applicants Understand what the top companies are looking for, and how to demonstrate that you're it These companies need certain skillsets, but they also want a great culture fit. Grades aren't everything, experience matters, and a certain type of applicant tends to succeed. Cracking the Tech Career reveals what the hiring committee wants, and shows you how to get it.

The name Google has long been associated with technology and a platform that you can trust for anything. It has a wealth of information and users can get up to the minute information to them with a simple search. The developers of Google have extended the platform and have now created a platform called Google Resume. Essentially it is a platform that is used to produce a professional resume by helping the user to do this. It is effortless and helps the user to produce a resume in a short amount of time. There are many resume templates that are professional and trendy from which the user can choose. It is quite easy to choose and modify any one of the templates so it can match your individual taste. This book will seek to introduce the reader to this platform and let them become knowledgeable of what can be done when using this service.

The name Google has long been associated with technology and a platform that you can trust for anything. It has a wealth of information and users can get up to the minute information to them with a simple search. The developers of Google have extended the platform and have now created a platform called Google Resume. Essentially it is a platform that is used to produce a professional resume by helping the user to do this. It is effortless and helps the user to produce a resume in a short amount of time. There are many resume templates that are professional and trendy from which the user can choose. It is quite easy to choose and modify any one of the templates so it can match your individual taste. This book will seek to introduce the reader to this platform and let them become knowledgeable of what can be done when using this service.

The name Google has long been associated with technology and a platform that you can trust for anything. It has a wealth of information and users can get up to the minute information to them with a simple search. The developers of Google have extended the platform and have now created a platform called Google Resume. Essentially it is a platform that is used to produce a professional resume by helping the user to do this. It is effortless and helps the user to produce a resume in a short amount of time. There are many resume templates that are professional and trendy from which the user can choose. It is quite easy to choose and modify any one of the templates so it can match your individual taste. This book will seek to introduce the reader to this platform and let them become knowledgeable of what can be done when using this service.

Resume 101 will give you step-by-step instructions for getting the most out of popular job search tools, including showing you how to: Write a winning resume - and what to do if you're out of work or a new grad. Utilize knowledge of SEO and Applicant Tracking Systems, which increase your resume's chances of being seen by hiring managers. Create an effective LinkedIn profile. Write cover letters that will stand out. Navigate top job sites like Indeed, LinkedIn, Facebook, Glassdoor, and more. Answer hiring managers' typical interview questions. For over 20 years, Steven Mostyn's custom resumes have helped thousands of people - from entry-level employees to CEOs - get the job they wanted. He understands what it takes to successfully compete for jobs in dynamic, emerging companies and large enterprises like Amazon, Marriott, Microsoft, IBM, and Walmart. In Resume 101, he distills decades of experience into simple tips and provides an insider's view of what works for job hunters.

RECRUITERS! Resume Forensics is a quick and easy guide to finding free resumes and passive candidates on the web. Heavy on visuals and light on text, this book is written and designed for the short attention span of recruiters, sourcers and the companies that employ them. JOBSEEKERS! If the only thing you have done to find work is post your resume to a job board, you are missing out on countless opportunities. Resume Forensics will open your eyes to how recruiters search the internet to find people who are not even looking for work but are being contacted for jobs that you will most likely, never hear about. Why not listen in on these recruiting strategies then, position yourself to be found? In this book, you will learn: How to find qualified candidates that do not have their resumes posted online. What you should do prior to sourcing resumes online. Why you should use more than one search engine How to find free resumes on Google How to find free resumes on Yahoo How to find free resumes on Bing Secret search commands that are exclusive to Google How to build resume search strings for finding candidates How to find resumes your competition has overlooked How to use Google resources to find passive candidates Research data relevant to resume sourcing and lead generation of passive candidates Strategies on how to manage your sourcing research And more... RECRUITERS! Whether you are a novice to finding potential hires online, an expert or something in between; this book is filled with tips, tricks and strategies that you can immediately use to fill your open positions. JOBSEEKERS! Let the strategies herein inspire you to do something different. Take steps to attract hidden opportunities to you.

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In his twenty years as a freelance journalist, Jeremy Dillahunt learned a thing or two about job seeking. Chief among them was one undeniable fact—the Internet has changed everything. The old rules no longer apply and if you want to get hired today, your resume just doesn't work. The Internet does. So Jeremy decided to figure out how. In 2015, nearly 60 million job openings were accessible to jobseekers nationwide—thanks to the Internet. But this access is only one part of the equation. For many jobseekers, a huge challenge remains—how do I get my resume in front the hiring manager, and how do I use the Internet to do it? F*ck Your Resume is the complete all-in-one-guide to move beyond the traditional resume-for-hire system and use the Internet to optimize one's chances of finding and landing the job. According to Jeremy Dillahunt, the Internet is just not just one way to find a job—it is the only way. Built on Dillahunt's research of current hiring trends, F*ck Your Resume nails down the top factors that recruiters and hiring managers consider when evaluating candidates. The Internet-based approach presented in this book provides practical, step-by-step instructions that will help you: Get It Done—create a strong, professional online presence on networking sites such as LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook Push Yourself—move your profile up the job boards with tips for personal branding Face It— you're going to show up in a search result, so look good when you do Power Up—connect with a reputable network of professionals who you'd want to be associated with Sound Off— this may be your only chance to "talk" to a potential employer, deliver a message that is clear, consistent, and competitive Additional features include: Surprising facts and candid advice from top-notch recruiters * "The Worst Resumes Ever" * The Five Secrets of Job-Interview Success * The Five Secrets of Salary Negotiation * and much more