The Phoenix Files (for IT Professionals)
Practical IT career resources for navigating today’s hiring market.
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Say This, Not This: Interview Edition
Hiring managers listen closely not only to what you say, but how you say it. This guide helps candidates replace vague, negative, or risky interview language with clear responses that demonstrate preparation and professionalism and lead with value.
How to Discover a Company’s Culture
Culture is more than perks or buzzwords. This resource outlines practical ways to assess a company’s culture through research, targeted interview questions, and subtle signals during the hiring process.
How to Get Noticed by Recruiters on LinkedIn
Recruiters search thousands of profiles every day. This guide breaks down how LinkedIn profiles are actually evaluated so you can design yours to show up in the feed and demonstrate credibility.
Creating a Recruiter & ATS-Compatible Resume
An over-optimized resume can work against you. This guide explains how to structure a clean, keyword-rich resume that both applicant tracking systems and recruiters can scan quickly, while still highlighting impact and technical depth.
AI in the Job Search: Top Tools for Candidates
AI can accelerate job searching when you use it thoughtfully. This resource covers AI-powered tools for resumes, LinkedIn optimization, interview prep, and skill development. Plus, we’ll offer some guidance on how to stay authentic and human throughout the process.
How to Market Yourself as Adaptable
Many roles demand skills that didn’t exist a few years ago. This guide shows candidates how to highlight adaptability, transferable skills, and learning agility, especially when they don’t check every box on a job description.
Inside the Sourcer’s Mind: How Candidates Get Discovered
Sourcers work proactively to find candidates long before jobs are posted. This guide explains how we evaluate IT professionals like you across your digital presence, progression, network quality, and credibility to make your profile more discoverable and reputable.