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One of the main questions candidates want to find out during the hiring process is what is takes to get an interview and move one step closer to securing a position within the company they want to work for. We dug up a few tips from a report that was recently published by Readers Digest on the 50 Secrets HR won’t tell you.

Keywords are key. Your resume will most likely be scanned for keywords by a software program before anyone even looks at it. Make sure to include functional and industry words as they apply to the position to increase the possibility that your resume will be reviewed by an actual person.

Every detail on your resume is part of your brand. The benefits of having a strong resume could be negated if you use an unprofessional e-mail address. Everything that is included in your resume is a direct reflection of you and helps to create your brand. Make sure to look at every aspect of your resume to make sure you are well represented.

HR is not your ticket in. The HR department usually acts as a screener for applications. It is in your best interest to contact the hiring manager if you have questions about a position. Get creative and source your decision maker through tools like LinkedIn.

Relationship trumps resume. It is well known that relationships are key in getting hired – even more important than a great resume. People like to hire those that have a proven track record. There is less risk and less potential for wasted time and money if a person comes recommended.

Hopefully these tips will help you when trying to secure a position.

Outrank.com and ProfitFuel is looking for the best sales, client service and marketing talent in Austin. If you are interested in joining our team – check out our open positions.

At Outrank.com, our recruiting department is busier than ever!  In the last year, we’ve added a Director of Recruiting to make sure we get the best candidates possible.  The Director of Recruiting and her assistant are responsible for sorting through resumes, setting up interview appointments, and providing recommendations to upper management.  Without a strong team, where would we be?

If it seems like we are always hiring at Outrank, that’s because we are! We are constantly searching for the best and brightest salespeople, as well as staff members for such positions as Marketing Analyst and Account Manager. Outrank and ProfiFuel continue to grow – we recently made the Inc. 5000 for the 3rd year in a row and reached our 7000th client milestone.

When it comes to finding a company full of hard-working, fun people that are dedicated to long-term success, job hunters need look no further than Outrank and ProfitFuel. For info on available positions, check out http://www.profitfuel.com/were-hiring/.

At Outrank.com, we’re always interested in new developments in online recruiting.  Work For Us is a new application for Facebook Business Pages that allows potential candidates to apply for open positions directly from your company’s Facebook fan page. An applicant simply clicks the “Work for Us” link and is directed to an online application, which is then sent to your company. Interested candidates can also “like” your job post, thereby spreading the word to their friends.

Work for Us is the brainchild of Work4Labs, a start up funded by French investors Stephane Le Viet and Gautier Machelon. 2,000 businesses worldwide have already hopped on-board.

The cost is relatively low and varies depending on the type and amount of service you want. The service is free for the first 30 days and ranges in price from $9 to $500 (unlimited job postings) per month after that. For those businesses that can really see a benefit from hitting their Facebook demographic where they reside, this may certainly be something to consider.

Check back here as Outrank.com reviews different hiring solutions.

*Disclosure: Outrank.com has not used, was not paid to review, nor recommends the “Work for Us” application.