You see or hear about a job you’re interested in. You’re eager to apply or speak with the recruiter, but you wait. That delay could hurt you.

If age discrimination is something you worry about in your job search, my advice? Don’t. Own your age and be confident about what you have to offer — whether you’re a young prodigy or an older, vibrant talent.

“If it’s meant to be, it will happen.” This is the kind of advice people give job seekers when they’re not sure what else to say. In my opinion, it’s a lazy sort of optimism not entirely grounded in reality. Because it won’t just happen on its own. You have to make it happen.

Occasionally I hear from a job-seeker that they’re interested in a role but would like to negotiate the title. Is this kosher? Sometimes. The answer depends upon your motivation for wanting a different title.

A little #jobsearchtip for you: On your resume and LinkedIn profile, make job titles specific, like “VP of Sales,” not quirky and creative, like, “Sales Ninja.” Read on for more of our LinkedIn Profile tips.

Even the most enthusiastic recruiter will give you this advice: You still have to network.

That used to mean a lot of in-person pressing of the flesh at things like conferences, business mixers and networking clubs.

Now, remote networking has become the norm. There’s social media, of course. You’re already on LinkedIn, obviously.

But have you ever thought about using Slack to network?

This might seem to be a weird time to be looking for a job. A lot of industries and companies are in flux as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. Anxieties are running high, and uncertainty is rampant.

But as I can attest through my recruiter lens, there are certainly plenty of people looking for jobs, and lots of companies hiring. Read on for a few tips on moving forward with your job search.

You know you’re the best candidate for this job. And you really want it.

But knowing it is one thing. Convincing the hiring manager is quite another. And it often comes down to the job interview. Your ability to sell yourself and communicate clearly in that interview can make the difference.

Every candidate is punctual, responsible and gets on well with people. To avoid blending in with the crowd, highlight unique elements of your personal brand.

In my time as a recruiter, I’ve rarely seen a candidate land a job by being focused on how great the job will be for them. It’s always about how they can add value to the company. Read on for some well-worded advice from Ann Latham, president of consulting and business-services company Uncommon Clarity.