Knowing what type of job you’re looking for is a great first step to a successful job search. So how about when you start digging into the process of sorting through job postings and deciphering which jobs to apply to? It can be overwhelming, especially when job postings aren’t crystal clear in their details about required experience or what the on-the-job responsibilities will be. Sometimes our enthusiasm can also cloud our judgment, or we may not be looking for valuable clues as to whether that company would be a good fit for you.
This article by Jane Scudder for Career Contessa offers helpful tips to help you understand a job posting.