Nearly all of my clients, whether young or old, experienced or novice, career changers or returning to work, entry level or executive, all ask similar questions about the actual logistics of job searching. How do I connect with recruiters? Where should I be looking for jobs? Do thank you notes really matter? Will anyone read my cover letter? Read more
Trick or Treat! Is Your Resume Scaring Recruiters Off?
Your resume is a reflection of your personal value. While it won’t get you the job, it should get your foot in the door and provide a platform to help you sell yourself. Review these four deal breakers to see if your resume commits any of these scary mistakes! Read more
4 Ways to Transform Your Duties Into Accomplishments
Are you in a support role or one that does not easily lend itself to quantification? Do you find yourself scratching your head when working on a resume because you’re struggling to quantify what you’ve done when there is seemingly no direct result? You’re not alone! Really, unless you’re a senior leader or in a sales or project role, it can be really challenging to come up with language that “sells” what you do.
Here are four tried and true hints from a professional resume writer to position your role for maximum impact. Read more
6 Resume Remedies You Can Implement This Morning
Not sure whether your resume meets the stress test? Wondering if it will stand up against stiff competition? Confused about all the conflicting advice out there?
No wonder! Like anything else, content marketing has paved the way for an influx of resume writing blogs, articles, tips, and advice. How do you separate the good from the bad? Do your research and make sure the guidance is coming from a credible source.
When I work with new clients, from time to time I come across someone who really needs a resume refresh but isn’t ready to pull the trigger. Whether their hesitations are financial or otherwise, here the the quick tips I offer to put them on the right track until the timing is right for a resume redo. Read more
The Resume Black Hole: 7 Reasons You Haven’t Heard Back
It’s super time consuming applying for jobs, and when you’re not hearing back it can definitely be frustrating. A professional, well-written resume can make a huge difference, but an amazing resume on its own might do the trick. Here’s 7 ideas to explore, and how to resolve them, if your phone isn’t ringing. Read more
