Are you one of those people who just applies to 100+ jobs, hoping that something will stick? Do you see recruiters as the enemy? Are you a college student or recent grad who wants to find out how you can stand out as an applicant? This week, we are talking to Career Strategist Lizzie Jones. Lizzie is the the Founder of “Hey Lizzie Ann”, a career consultancy for early-in-career tech professionals. As a former recruiter at Amazon and Expedia, Lizzie knows exactly how you should approach your job search and how you can increase your chances of landing your dream job. On this episode we address the network gap many first-generation college graduates and immigrants are confronted with when searching for jobs. Lizzie and Thamina also talk about common misconceptions job candidates have about the job of a recruiter. Did you know that the relationship between an applicant and a recruiter is actually a mutually beneficial partnership? Additionally, Lizzie gives some helpful insights to encourage women to become more confident about applying in the first place and negotiate their salary. Lastly, she provides some great examples of how college students and recent grads can significantly improve their resumes.