September 3, 2010
- Writing Your Resume with No Job in Sight
Have you ever thought about trying to apply for a job with a company that has not posted a job opening? Most people have not because it's a pretty scary proposition. Not only do you not know who to talk to at the company to get noticed, but you don't want to be presumptuous enough to assume that a company would actually create a position for you when one isn't available.
September 1, 2010
- Steps to Take Before Writing Your Executive Resume
Writing a resume feels like such a chore, especially when you're writing at the executive level. There are so many facts and details that you need to pull together that the thought of it all could give you a headache.
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August 27, 2010
- Should a Professional Rewrite My Resume?
Sometimes it feels that you just can't catch a break with your resume. No matter how hard you try, you can't seem to get called in for an interview. You've made adjustments according to the tips you've seen from resume writing experts but it seems that you still just can't get it right. It may be time to get a professional to rewrite your resume.
August 25, 2010
- How to Say "I've Been Laid Off" On Your Resume
Being laid off is unfortunately something that many unemployed workers are familiar with. With the recession resulting in millions of layoffs within a short few months, many job seekers are now faced with having to explain to future employers about their status.
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August 20, 2010
August 18, 2010
- The Truth Will Get You Hired: Why Lying On Your Resume is Never Good
At least once in every job seeker's transition between employers, it has probably been tempting to tweak a few details on the resume to ensure a hiring manager takes a second look. But of course, this is not the way to go. If you find a professional resume writer to work with, you will be told right away that lying on your resume is the wrong thing to do.
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August 13, 2010
- Resume Rules You Don’t Want to Break
It seems that writing resumes comes with a million rules. You can't make it too long. You can't make it too short. You can't make it too cluttered, but if you space it out too much, you may not include enough information to get you hired.
August 11, 2010
- Can One Resume Fit All Jobs?
If you are new to creating resumes then you probably think that you can create one resume that suits all jobs you apply for. After all, there's only one you and you have the same qualifications no matter who you apply for, right?
August 6, 2010
- Try Not to Over Critique Your Resume
Working on a resume is a job within itself. You have to pull together all of the information that you want to add, put the details in order, consider how each resume you put together will work to effectively get you hired and make changes if it doesn't seem to be working.
August 4, 2010
- Is Dumbing Down Your Resume a Good Idea?
When you're overqualified for a job, it's tough to know how to create a resume that brings all of your skills to the table without looking like you know too much. Why wouldn't you want to know too much? Because some employers fear that you're only applying for the position because you're desperate for a job - and when you find something better, you'll move on.
July 30, 2010
- Weak Phrases to Avoid on Your Resume
When writing our resumes, sometimes we don't realize that the words we're accustomed to using actually make us look weak to those reading them. Luckily, there are ways to sidestep looking weak on your resume without having to acquire guidance from a person offering resume help certified. To get you on the right track, let's look at some words and phrases you might want to avoid the next time you revamp your resume.
July 28, 2010
- Don't Add These Things to Your Resume
Sometimes writing resumes inspire you to step outside of the box, especially if you've been writing them for years and feel that what's been tried hasn't always been true. There's nothing wrong with trying something new. For instance, many are learning that adding testimonials is something that some hiring managers love to see.
July 23, 2010
- It's Time for Resume Evolution
Is your resume still stuck in the 80s? Are you still utilizing resume writing techniques you took on when you first learned to create a resume? It may be time to evolve with the new millennium.
July 21, 2010
- Is Listing a Disability on a Resume a Good Idea?
It's no secret that hiring managers are in fact human beings. And despite the fact that they're supposed to be objective when it comes to considering candidates for a position, they're not always good at it.
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July 16, 2010
- How Getting Resume Help Helps You Help Yourself
Writing a resume is usually something no one wants to take part in because it requires pulling together a lot of boring information and often results in no response from an employer. It's for this reason that some choose get help from a professional resume specialist to bypass all of the work they don't want to deal with.
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July 14, 2010
- Your Resume Should be Your Best Friend
Sometimes writing a resume can feel like such a chore. You know that this document could make or break your chances of being hired for a position, yet it feels like something you want to write and get out of your hands as soon as possible.
July 7, 2010
- Your Interview Should Be as Thorough as Your Resume
As you already know, there are two major components that play a role in whether you will be hired for a position: your resume and interview. If you want a fair chance at the position you desire then it’s important for both your resume and interview to contain thorough information about you.
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July 2, 2010
- ATS is Why a Hiring Manager May Never See Your Resume
One of the greatest mysteries of applying for a job is getting the "We're not interested..." letter not long after submitting an application and resume. "Didn't they see how great a candidate I was?" you ask yourself as you continue your job search. What's interesting is that the answer is no, they didn't see how great a candidate you were because they probably didn't see your resume at all.
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June 30, 2010
- What’s the Deal with Video Resumes?
Video resumes have been around for a few years and have been thought of as a unique way to apply for a job when you want to sidestep the standard resume. But what are they exactly and is creating one for yourself the way to go? Let's take a closer look at just what the deal is with video resumes.
June 25, 2010
- Why Your Resume is Easier Said than Written
Ever heard the phrase “easier said than done”? Well, if you’ve ever worked on your own resume then you know it is most likely “easier said than written.” In other words, it’s easier to say that you’re going to write your resume than actually write it.