What does somebody have to do to get a job around here?: 44 insider secrets that will get you hired

You are being eliminated. Insider secret 1: you're not being hired, you're being excluded. Insider secret 2: you don't fit their secret criteria. Insider secret 3: you only get one shot. Insider secret 4: no one will tell you when you make a mistake. Insider secret 5: hidden patterns cost you jobs

Stop playing resume roulette. Insider secret 6: your resume is headed for the trash. Insider secret 7: you can lie on your resume. Insider secret 8: a computer is deciding your job prospects. Insider secret 9: you can be an "internal recommendation, " or just look like one. Insider secret 10: cover letters cause immediate exclusion. Insider secret 11: the internet is working against you. Insider secret 12: professional references are useless

Your interview is over. Insider secret 13: hiring managers are not on your side. Insider secret 14: interviewers will try to trick you. Insider secret 15: your body will betray you. Insider secret 16: there's a trick to all trick questions. Insider secret 17: telling stories is your best defense. Insider secret 18: there is a "type" that always gets the offer. Insider secret 19: your interview may not be real. Insider secret 20: one size does not fit all. Insider secret 21: the thank-you note is too late. Insider secret 22: calling to "follow-up" will cost you the job. Insider secret 23: asking questions makes you look like a risk. Insider secret 24: screening the company will screen you out

Danger! traps ahead! Insider secret 25: your public records are working against you. Insider secret 26: the initial phone call is a trap. Insider secret 27: quitting your job is the kiss of death. Insider secret 28: failure to negotiate will cost more than money. Insider secret 29: there is a hidden employment contract. Insider secret 30: mothers are being hired for less. Insider secret 31: don't ever admit you've been fired. Insider secret 32: age discrimination is shutting you out. Insider secret 33: "no" may not mean no. Insider secret 34: interviewers don't hear what you say. Insider secret 35: recruiters must be managed. Insider secret 36: your inner voice is louder than you think. Insider secret 37: you can tell when you're "in" or "out." Insider secret 38: your dream job is here

You're hired. now what? Insider secret 39: the spotlight is on. Insider secret 40: you must take sides. Insider secret 41: your new job is not secure. Insider secret 42: looking like you don't belong is the key. Insider secret 43: every day is your next interview. Insider secret 44: you have the power.