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You Might Need a Resume Writer If... By Robyn Feldberg- Do You Want Your Executive Resume to Generate More Interviews? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Abby LockeIf your job search campaign keeps hitting a brick wall, your existing resume is getting you no results, and you have been trying every method you know about including online postings, recruiters, social networks, in-person networking), maybe what you are feeding the masses is not the right ...
Views: 1947(1 vote) - Executive Resume Writing: Get the Top-Level Job You Deserve - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2008 from Heather EagarSecuring a top-level job (executive, senior manager or senior professional) may seem like an impossible task, especially if this is your first time applying for one. But if you feel that you’re ready to take that next step in your career, you can certainly get the job you want – ...
Views: 1052(1 vote) - Finding an Executive Job Through a Temp Agency - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Heather EagarAs an executive, it’s customary to feel that the only way to find employment is through networking. While this is a vital aspect in job seeking at such a high level, it’s not the only way. In fact, a trend has been set in recent years for executives to find their employment opportunities through ...
Views: 1432(2 votes) - Finding the Best Professional Resume Writer - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Gordon WalterJob candidates in this economic recession are frequently turning to professional writers to create resumes that will attract the attention of employers. In today's labor market, a good resume should help you land the right interview, for the right job, to start work sooner rather than later. ...
Views: 843(1 vote) - Five Sure-Fire Tips For Writing A Winning Resume - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Heather EagarResume writing can be a real task for anyone, even if you have several years of experience in your job. Resume writing is in part an art, but mainly it is a science that plays upon the psyche of the reader. Leaving your resume written unscientifically will jeopardize your job prospects. There ...
Views: 1179(1 vote) - For Your Resume Success, Think Like A Professional Writer - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2007 from Heather EagarIt’s depressing, isn’t it? You sit there looking at your resume that isn’t getting the results sitting in your portfolio just waiting for interviews. But it’s just not happening for you. Why is that? Why can’t you get interviews? Stop the madness! Make sure your ...
Views: 1109(1 vote) - Four Useful Lies About Writing - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from Vipul BhagtaMost writing “experts” favor a particular way of looking at plot, and will adhere to it for years or an entire career. That’s all well and good, but it’s important to realize that any way of modeling story is just that—a model, not the depths and living essence of story itself. Problems arise ...
Views: 895(1 vote) - Going for the Green Job at the Executive Level - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Heather EagarEveryone knows that “going green” is all the rage nowadays – and it should be. Sparing our environment of all of the pollution and toxic chemicals we’ve thrown its way over the past years should be a definite goal. This is why green jobs are now becoming popular. Typically, however, we hear ...
Views: 941(3 votes) - How a Functional Resume Can Bring Your Hidden Talents to Light - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2009 from Winifred WinstonWith current market conditions and record setting unemployment rates, your résumé needs to reveal all of your talents, even your hidden talents that at first glance, you might not realize you have. Think about it, if there are record setting unemployment rates, you can bet your next ...
Views: 2400(1 vote) - How Long Will My Executive Job Hunt Take? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2008 from Laura Smith-ProulxThat's a great question... and one for which there is no "magic" answer. But if you're in the job hunt at this point, you might swear that the process seems to be taking longer than ever before. You probably already realize that the popularity of Internet job search means you're competing with ...
Views: 2293(1 vote) - How Numbers Can Enhance Your Resume - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Heather EagarDid you know that numbers can make a huge difference in your ability to create a quality resume? It’s true. The more numbers you add to your resume, the more you are enhancing it and increasing your chances of getting called in for an interview. Of course, adding numbers doesn’t simply ...
Views: 911(1 vote) - How to Avoid Exaggerating In Your Resume - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Heather EagarWhen you’re drafting a resume, it is tempting to stretch the truth some so that you appear to be more impressive than maybe your skills might indicate. However, while there is such a thing as packaging your resume in a smart way, choosing words that tell the truth, yet sound sensational, for ...
Views: 1029(1 vote) - How to Make A Resume - Resume-Writing Tips To Attain Your Dream Job - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2008 from Michael LeeWould you like to make the best impression on your prospective employers concerning your competence and how you would be suited for the job you are applying for? Over and beyond the squeaky clean look, the impressive grades, and the equally stellar smile on your face, one thing that would help ...
Views: 861(1 vote) - How to Present Your Work Experience on Your Resume - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2009 from Todd HicksAre you an active participant in the job market? Have you already created your resume? Have you been agonizing over how to craft your resume to demonstrate your skills, experience and accomplishments without lying or embellishing yourself too much to stand out from the competition? It is not ...
Views: 2055(1 vote) - How to Supercharge Your Executive Resume - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Heather EagarIt’s not always easy to know what to do with your executive resume when you realize that it’s not getting you jobs, but you don’t exactly know why. Sometimes your resume requires a few minor tweaks and sometimes it needs a complete overhaul. Then there are times that it just needs a boost to ...
Views: 1240(1 vote) - How To Write A Correct Actor’s Resume - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2008 from Angelo PaganJust as every other profession requires a resume, actors must have a great resume to be considered for acting jobs. The acting resume, just like a resume in corporate America, shows what experience and training you have, and gives an idea of the kinds of skills you possess. There is a standard ...
Views: 1822(1 vote) - How to Write a Cover Letter To Land Your Dream Job - by Submitted on May 26, 2008 from Michael LeeWhen it comes to job hunting, your cover letter may well spell the difference between clinching that job or being rejected. Just like making sure that your curriculum vitae is impressive enough for you to get that dream job, knowing how to write a cover letter is an asset you cannot leave off ...
Views: 1806(1 vote) - How to Write a Great Cover Letter and Resume - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Alana JohnsonResumes and cover letters are both important tools when searching for a new job. Both documents are written representations of you before you are able to represent yourself in person. When well written, they can open doors of communication, land you an interview and possibly a new job. There ...
Views: 939(3 votes) - How To Write A Resume - Using Your Resume to Secure Your Dream Job - by Submitted on May 10, 2008 from Michael LeeMost of us have the misconception that our curriculum vitae or resume is just a simple document that lists our educational/work background and contact information. However, if you really want to land the job of your dreams, you must learn how to write a resume professionally. Contrary to what ...
Views: 818(1 vote) - How To Write A Resume Or CV - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Catherine JonesIt can be frustrating when looking for a job. To make things even harder, you must prepare an outstanding resume to catch the employer’s eye, so that you are chosen before the other list of applicants. The best way to get noticed by an employer is having a clear, concise, organized, and ...
Views: 1962(1 vote) - How to Write an Effective Resume - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeMany, many people do not know how to write a resume, despite a wealth of information available. It's not just a list of jobs you've had, or skills you have. It's a marketing document. You are marketing yourself. In an uncertain economic climate, you must make the most of every opportunity you ...
Views: 1961(1 vote) - How to write Resume Effectively - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from larry heardHow to write Resume Effectively Resume is commonly called in North America and curriculum vitae in most of Europe and other parts of the world. Definitely a must have for anyone who is looking for a job. Your medium to your employer where you could make your best first impression in less than ...
Views: 1069(1 vote) - How to Write Resumes for Education Careers - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Heather EagarThe education field is one of few out there that is still managing relatively well in the midst of the recession. However, this doesn’t mean that snagging a great job will be a piece of cake. It may still require some work, especially in terms of creating a great resume. So if you have ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - How Volunteering Can Enhance Your Executive-Level Job Search - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Heather EagarIf you’re in the middle of an executive-level job search, you’re probably hoping that you can get back in the workforce sooner than later. There’s nothing like getting the level of responsibility, and financial rewards, you’re accustomed to. However, if the job search is moving slowly, you may ...
Views: 879(1 vote) - Import Export Resume Example - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2011 from Qing Lin PetrasThis Import Export Resume Example was created by myself.It had been sent to the import export and international trade related companies in Greater Boston areas, during 2002 and 2003. It is my sincerely hope that you can get help from it for your career journal in import export ...
Views: 6131(2 votes) - Increase Freelance Sales With An Online Resume! - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from ani DhantaFreelancing is a competitive business, especially in today’s fast-paced, e-focused world. Often there are hundreds of writers competing for the same, limited number of assignments, and the writer who can best showcase his or her abilities is the one who lands the job. Freelancing is a ...
Views: 909(1 vote) - Is it a Job or a Career? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Torski Dobson-ArnoldIt depends on who and how you ask it. Most people respond to the age old question of “So, where are you working now?” by saying “Ooh, I’ve got a job down at the sanitation department” or “I recently started a new job as a waitress at the local eatery”, ...
Views: 1413(1 vote) - It'll Look Good On Your Resume... - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Charlotte WeeksYou've probably heard that phrase a million times. All through high school and college, "it'll look good on your resume" was a bonus to volunteer work, involvement in a sport, or leadership in an organization. Surprisingly, some of these things that you thought could only help you get a job, ...
Views: 1963(1 vote) - It's Time For The Holidays...And Writing Your Resume? - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2007 from Heather EagarIt’s already Holiday time and you’re sitting there wondering where the year went, right? Perhaps you’re looking at what you’ve accomplished over the last 12 months and where to set your sites on for next year. Part of your big plan could be to get a new job. If ...
Views: 813(1 vote) - Lying On Your Resume Can Kill Your Career - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Tim CunninghamWhen times get tough, job hunters face increasing pressure to find a job. Many people think lying on their resumes improves their chances: recent surveys have found between 20 to 50 percent of job seekers and employees whose resumes were checked had made “significant misstatements” on their ...
Views: 2122(1 vote) - Measuring Selection Effectiveness Is Key - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Gordon WalterAlice: “Would you tell me which way I ought to go from here?” Cheshire Cat: “That depends a good deal on where you want to get to!” Alice: “I don’t much care where….” Cheshire Cat “Then it doesn’t matter which way you go.” - From Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll Unmeasured ...
Views: 974(1 vote) - Our CAR Collection Makes Job Interviews Happen - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Tim CunninghamToo many of us have never been taught how to write interview generating resumes. Until reality shows us otherwise, we tend to think that all we need is our contact information, the title of the job we are applying for, a list of previous jobs and an outline of the responsibilities that we ...
Views: 1273(2 votes) - Outline On Research Paper - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2008 from inba rajResearch paper is a formal written report that includes research findings and a student’s own ideas. Research paper is a type of essay which is written in your style. It presents your own interpretation or argument. Research papers are written to present your view point on a particular ...
Views: 2368(1 vote) - Prove Doomsayers Wrong / Job Hunting in a Recession - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Judy GillespieThe incessant “it’s the worse economy since the Great Depression… nobody’s hiring” drumbeat is unnerving. It’s also painfully inaccurate, but we’re in danger of doomsayer’s words becoming self-fulfilling prophecy. The fear they’ve created is palpable. Even the rich are cutting back on ...
Views: 1174(1 vote) - Recognizing and Highlighting Your Areas of Expertise in the Trades - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Candace DaviesWith the economy the way it currently is, it is now more important than ever to make yourself stand out when applying for a job. The first step toward successfully marketing yourself as a potential employee is designing an attention-grabbing resume. The best way to achieve this is to showcase ...
Views: 753(1 vote) - Resume Builders And Other Writing Software - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2008 from Heather EagarWriting a resume can be a tedious task. There’s so much information to include and organize (employment history, skills, education, career highlights, awards, etc.) that the process can easily overwhelm you if you let it. Luckily, there are now tons of resources available that make ...
Views: 1012(1 vote) - Resume Cover Letter For Sequencing Mothers - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2008 from Terry HarrisThere’s no need for you to feel uncomfortable about the fact that there’s a gap in your resume. You’re part of a growing population of stay at home mothers that have taken time off from their professional life to care for their families. The increase in women making the choice to stay home and ...
Views: 2850(1 vote) - Resume Cover Letter Help - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Alana JohnsonWhen writing a cover letter to be submitted with your resume, consider what an employer or recruiter goes through and how many other cover letters and resumes they will read along with yours. Let me first begin by telling you that a cover letter is mandatory when submitting your resume to any ...
Views: 1978(2 votes) - Resume Do's and Don'ts - Pt. 1 - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Greg FahertyResume Do's and Don'ts - Pt. 1 By Greg Faherty, CPRW As a professional resume writer, I am frequently asked about what works, and what doesn’t, on resumes; in other words, what do hiring managers and recruiters look for when it comes to a resume. In parts I and II of this article, I ...
Views: 10224(2 votes) - Resume Do's and Don'ts, Pt. 2 - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Greg FahertyResume Do's and Don'ts - Pt. 2 By Greg Faherty, CPRW In Resume Do's and Don’ts, Part I, I covered the technical aspects of writing resumes. In this section, I’m going review Content, including resume formats, what information is important, what should never be included, bullet ...
Views: 1777(1 vote) - Resume For Fresh Graduate - How To Craft An Impressive One? - by Submitted on May 20, 2008 from CK TanHow can you craft an impressive resume if you don't have any work experience? This is a problem that is shared by all job hunters who recently graduated from a training program in their field. Even if you don't have that much information to include, you can craft an impressive resume for fresh ...
Views: 3127(1 vote) - Resume Mistake - It May Be Costing You Employment - by Submitted on May 18, 2008 from CK TanEmployers know what they are looking for in a resume. If they see a resume mistake in any one of the resumes they are reviewing for a position, that resume will likely get filed in the "do not follow up" pile. If you want to be noticed, you need to make sure that your resume does not contain any ...
Views: 931(1 vote) - Resume mistakes that can kill job seekers’ chances of getting interviewed - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2012 from Lisa ChapmanResume mistakes that can kill job seekers’ chances of getting interviewed Sometimes the distinction between being considered for a job or having your resume tossed aside, can hinge on certain mistakes in the resume. Hiring managers almost always automatically reject a candidate with resume ...
Views: 1327(1 vote) - Resume Mistakes: Are you Guilty of These? PART I - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Sarika PeriwalA resume is an undoubtedly important document that could well give you the leg up the professional ladder that you need, if not actually determine the course of your professional life. While it is vitally important what you put in your sample resume, what is also vitally important is what not to ...
Views: 1190(1 vote) - Resume Mistakes: Are you Guilty of These? PART II - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Sarika PeriwalYour resumes are like your precursors, they are usually something that introduces you before you have had the chance to do so in person. So when you are in the process or determining how to write a resume, here are some more pointers as regards the mistakes that you should avoid ...
Views: 1153(1 vote) - Resume not doing the job of getting you interviews? 9 reasons why - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2012 from Lisa ChapmanResume not doing the job of getting you interviews? Let's look at nine reasons why. 1. Cookie cutter format. Employers won’t call if your resume is too generic. It needs to showcase you as the unique person you are, with exceptional skills and talents that position you as the best candidate ...
Views: 1153(1 vote) - Resume Writing - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinThis September I spent two days doing Resume Assessment at The National Job Fair and Training Expo in Toronto. 400 Job Seekers received free resume assessments from nine Resume Writers. There was a 2-3 hour wait for this service that was available from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Since a resume is critical ...
Views: 996(1 vote) - Resume Writing - Basic Dos And Don'ts - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2008 from Sarika PeriwalWhen you arrive for an interview for a job, one of the most important things to make an impression (apart from your turn out, comportment and confidence) is your Resume. There are certain things that one needs to keep in mind when drafting an ideal resume. Once you have your resume sample in ...
Views: 1170(1 vote) - Salary Negotiations Begin with Your Resume - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Linda MatiasMany job seekers state that their resumes win interviews, but they never receive offers. If after a series of interviews, you fall under this category, it’s time to assess what may be wrong. To rise above the no-callback pattern, let’s consider five job interview errors that could be holding you ...
Views: 1056(1 vote) - Sample Resume Objectives - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Alana JohnsonWhen writing a resume many people leave off the objective. Depending on your career level and title, this can be an okay move. For the most part I suggest all entry level and mid career professionals include an objective on their resumes. The purpose of the objective is to state your purpose. ...
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