Amazon Interview Reschedule: Navigating Challenges with Grace Hi everyone, I hope this post finds you well amidst your own career journeys. I wanted to share a personal experience regarding my upcoming final interview for the SDE Intern position at Amazon, which I have scheduled for tomorrow. …
Continue ReadingIs the Promotion Process Even More Broken Than the Hiring Process? As a Software Engineer with over a decade of experience, I’ve navigated multiple companies and roles, transitioning from Graduate to SE, SE2, Senior, and Lead Engineer. However, a consistent theme throughout my career is that I’ve …
Continue ReadingWhat’s Your Sales/BD Process? As an independent firm owner in the finance and accounting industry, I understand the importance of having a robust Business Development (BD) and sales process. After five years in the industry, I recently launched my own firm 2-3 months ago, and I’m eager …
Continue ReadingEnd of Year Reviews Suck Year-end performance reviews often bring a wave of anxiety, frustration, and, frankly, disappointment for both managers and their teams. It’s a time when we’re expected to be critical of our high-performing teams, often leading to a disconnect between actual performance and …
Continue ReadingInternship Status Update: Navigating the Waiting Game Introduction As students and young professionals, the internship search can often feel like a rollercoaster ride. The anticipation, the interviews, and the final wait for an offer can be both thrilling and nerve-wracking. Recently, I found myself …
Continue ReadingNo Update After Recruiter Contact for SWE Role at Microsoft Navigating the job application process can often feel like a rollercoaster ride, especially when you’re aiming for a prestigious company like Microsoft. In early December, I applied for a Software Engineer position and was thrilled when a …
Continue ReadingTikTok “Interview Completed” Status: It’s Been 24 Days Since I Last Heard Navigating the job application process can be a rollercoaster ride, especially when you’re eagerly waiting for a response after multiple interviews. In this post, I want to share my experience applying …
Continue ReadingApplicant Tracking System Statistics: Are They True? In the ever-evolving world of recruitment, technology plays a pivotal role in how we source, screen, and hire candidates. One of the most talked-about tools in this domain is the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Recently, I came across a statistic …
Continue ReadingFAANG + Big Tech Recruiters and Employees - How Thorough Are Background Checks? In the competitive landscape of tech recruitment, particularly within FAANG companies (Meta, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Google) and other big tech entities, the background check process is a crucial yet often opaque aspect …
Continue ReadingGot an Offer from Apple - SWE New Grad (US) After 1.5 stressful years of filling almost 3000 applications, getting barely 10 interviews, constantly getting rejected, and facing daily doubts, I am thrilled to share that I finally received a Software Engineer (SWE) offer from Apple! 🎉 Changing the …
Continue ReadingHow Long Does Google Take to Schedule an Initial Screening? When it comes to applying for jobs, particularly at tech giants like Google, one frequently asked question is: “How long does it take to schedule an initial screening interview?” This question is not only relevant for candidates …
Continue ReadingMeta ng Experience: A New Grad’s Journey Through the Interview Process Introduction Navigating the job market as a new graduate can be daunting, especially when it comes to technical interviews. Recently, I went through the interview process at Meta, and I’d like to share my experience, the …
Continue ReadingThanksgiving: A Recruiter’s Reflection As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s a time for reflection and gratitude. In the fast-paced world of recruitment, it can be easy to overlook the small victories and the tools that make our jobs possible. This Thanksgiving, I find myself thankful for …
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