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You Might Need a Resume Writer If... By Robyn Feldberg- Sample Resumes - How To Use Them To Win An Interview - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Catherine JonesThere are thousands of sample resumes on the internet. Some are good, some are not so good. If you’re looking for resume samples to help you write your own CV or resume, look carefully. Here’s our advice: Look for sample resumes which relate directly to the field in which you ...
Views: 1791(1 vote) - Should You Hire a Professional Resume Writer? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinWhen you are looking for the chance to get ahead in the workplace - meaning, when you want to find a job that’s better than the one have or you just want to be sure that you can get in the door and work your way up - one of the most important things that you can do is to have a great resume. ...
Views: 758(1 vote) - Should You Include a Headshot With Your Resume? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2012 from Ken SundheimIf you spend any time at all reading opinions on job search and hiring, you'll often see "never send a picture along with your resume" treated as a hard and fast rule. Among the many resumes my firm receives, occasionally some are paired with pictures. We've seen everything from ...
Views: 4523(2 votes) - Strengthening Your Executive Resume with the Right Keywords - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Heather EagarYou’ve probably heard about the various ways to improve your resume so that it can be moved to the top of the talent pool instead of the top of a trash pile. One way that has been suggested in more recent times is the use of keywords, especially with advancements in technology that can capture ...
Views: 1203(1 vote) - Successful Resume Writing & Job Interview Tips - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2009 from Pamela WatsonHow many people enjoy writing a resume? Not many. And what about job interviewing? Again, not many. Job interviews can make you feel uncomfortable because interviews are designed to treat you as if you're a product that needs to be checked out like the tire of a new car. Secondly, resume writing ...
Views: 1029(2 votes) - Tailoring Your Resume For Marketing and PR Jobs, Part 1 - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Ken SundheimSocial media, marketing, and PR jobs at good companies that promise solid upward growth potential are few and far between. In order to position yourself as strongly as possible, your best bet it to tailor your resume so that the hiring managers find you, not exclusively the other way ...
Views: 2247(2 votes) - The Don't's and Do's of Resume Writing - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2012 from Tim CunninghamOnce upon a time, I wasn’t a resume writer. After 15 years getting jobs in all business areas by networking, I discovered that a resume that was good enough to submit after the hiring manager knew me, didn’t get results when it came to making interviews happen with mangers who didn’t know me. ...
Views: 1566(1 vote) - The New Top 5 Resume Writing Rules - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2011 from Don GoodmanWhat used to work just doesn’t work in this market as the resume writing rules have dramatically changed. Seven years ago, when unemployment was 5% and LinkedIn and other tools weren’t prevalent you could get interviews with an older style resume. Today you must follow these 5 rules. 1. ...
Views: 1227(1 vote) - The Typical Resume Only Receives About 10-20 Seconds of Attention - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Lisa Parker, CPRW, CEIPYou think that after all the time, effort, sweat equity and frustration you put into the preparation of your resume, it will be received with open arms by the person or company representative you took the time to send it to. You picture the “target” individual opening up the email or envelope ...
Views: 1613(1 vote) - The Visual Impact Of Your Resume - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2008 from Sarika PeriwalYour resume creates an impact in two chief ways: that of content and the visual impact. Your resume must therefore, score highly on both counts because in many situations that resume is the first impression of yourself that you create on a person, so you should make it count. You should avoid ...
Views: 1400(1 vote) - Thinking About Sending a Cold Cover Letter? Read This First ... - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Heather EagarHave you ever thought about sending out a cold cover letter to company in search of a job that you’re not sure even exists? The thought of a cold cover letter just may give you cold feet. But it’s good to know that there are plenty of success stories that come out of sending out these types of ...
Views: 1848(2 votes) - Three Common Resume Questions Answered - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2008 from Heather EagarHow many times have you found yourself in the midst of writing your resume when you realized that there were some questions you simply had to have answered before you could move forward? Everyone has probably been in this predicament at least once during a resume-writing experience. Of course, ...
Views: 838(1 vote) - Three Things Your Resume Needs To Get Noticed - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Laura WhitelawWhen looking for a new job - most people know that the first step is to create a resume. Your resume should detail your employment history, your education and experience at the very least. But, there are some other elements to consider so that your resume will get noticed from among the hundreds ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - Tips for a Fabulous Tech Job Resume - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Heather EagarThe technology industry is booming more than ever. Even with many hard workers losing their jobs left and right, the IT field is doing just fine thanks to the Internet. If you have experience in a tech field - or want to scoot over to this industry - and are looking for work, you're going to ...
Views: 1238(1 vote) - Tips For Writing College Student Resumes And Cover Letters - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Heather EagarIf you are a college student, you may not yet be accustomed to writing resumes and cover letters. However, the time will soon come where you’ll need to learn in order to secure an on- or off-campus job, internship, or job after graduating. You’ll be happy to know that the process is ...
Views: 839(1 vote) - Top 10 Resume Writing Tips - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Rachel BurkeThe thought of writing a resume can be very intimidating because it’s difficult to know where to start or what to include. It’s important to take the time and ensure that all your hard-earned experience is documented appropriately because your resume is a crucial item that can make or break ...
Views: 689(1 vote) - Turn Ho-Hum Resume Objective Statements into Powerful Assertions - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Linda MatiasResume objectives are outdated. In order to capture the attention of a decision maker, the introduction of your resume should outline your experience, not provide a weak sentence or two that focuses on your needs. An example of this: “Seeking a position that will utilize my education and ...
Views: 1823(1 vote) - Turning a “Loser” Cover Letter into a Winning One - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Heather EagarWhen applying for a job, it’s not uncommon to send in a cover letter with the resume. In fact, many experts suggest that even if one is not requested, it be sent anyway to show professionalism and enthusiasm for the job. However, not all cover letters are good cover letters. In fact, it is ...
Views: 1268(1 vote) - What Are Targeted Cover Letters? - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Heather EagarIf you are currently out of work, or are thinking about leaving your job then there’s a chance that you’ve written at least one cover letter in your lifetime. But the question is what type of cover letter did you write? Many people utilize templates or carbon copy-styled cover letters that allow ...
Views: 1283(1 vote) - What Counts in a Cover Letter - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2009 from Heather EagarWriting a cover letter is a commonplace aspect of conducting any job search. When you apply for a job, even if the prospective employer does not ask you for one, it’s good to send one as a way to give them a little more insight into who you are and what you’re capable of. But despite the fact ...
Views: 765(1 vote) - What is a Free Resume Template and How Do I Use One - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Sarika PeriwalA free resume template is a sort of basic sample for a resume that a person may want to develop. The structure and the bare bones of a resume are laid out, the details and particulars have to be filled in by you. There are many free resume samples or templates available on the internet, which ...
Views: 1557(1 vote) - What Not to Say in Your Resume - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Sarika PeriwalDrafting the perfect resume can be as much about not saying the wrong things as about stating the right ones. There are certain things that have no place in your resume and you should take care to exclude these elements from your resume. Mistakes of Spelling, Grammar and Syntax: Your resume ...
Views: 1512(1 vote) - What to Do When You're an Overqualified Executive - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Heather EagarThe job market is definitely suffering nowadays. With the recession forging ahead and thousands still losing their jobs, it’s a wonder that anyone can get hired. However, as some executives are finding out, there is work available. However, it may not be at the level they’d like to work. If ...
Views: 901(2 votes) - Why Shouldn't I Write My Own Resume? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Angela JonesAs a Certified Professional Resume Writer, I am often approached by highly qualified job seekers frustrated by weeks and often months of costly unemployment. Job seekers who have sent hundreds of resumes yet never hear back from the employer. I’ve found that the majority of my clients attempt ...
Views: 1391(4 votes) - Why You Don't Stand Out From The Crowd - Here's A Tip, It's Your Resume - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Jessica HolbrookUltimately your goal is to create a resume that will garner the right attention and eventually the right job. Problem is – your resume is getting you absolutely no hits, zero feedback, and not so much as one call from a prospective employer. Sound familiar? Keep reading to figure out why. – ...
Views: 1039(1 vote) - Write a Resume That Gets the Interview - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Shirley RayA great resume won't get you hired. You can only get hired if you get face-to-face with the hiring authority. Your resume has one major function: to get you an interview. Get invited to that important first meeting by giving your resume these characteristics. 1. Focused Content If you ...
Views: 1340(1 vote) - Writing a Resume that Focuses on Self Employment Experience - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Todd HicksAre you somebody who is currently or previously self- employed? Are you looking into becoming employed for somebody else while wondering how to include your self-employment experience on your resume? Whenever you present your resume, it is very important to discuss what you have done to put ...
Views: 1352(1 vote) - Writing An Effective Executive CV - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Peter FisherWhen writing an effective executive level CV you must be aware of the greater demands and responsibilities placed upon the executive as compared to the other levels of employee in an organization. To be an executive is to hold the authority to act on behalf of the business in ways that may ...
Views: 1146(2 votes) - Your Career Starts with a Resume - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Andy JobsThe job market is slow and with things seemingly bleak in the immediate future, great care must be taken at each step of the job application process. The resume is extremely vital in this process as it is the document that most employers use to determine whether or not to provide you with an ...
Views: 833(1 vote) - How Personal Branding Can Help You Ace Your Job Interviews - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from Brenda BenceYou took the time to create a great cover letter and resume, and they did their job – you got the interview. Now, you’re ready to walk into the door of the company’s building, and it’s the moment of truth. You really want this job, but what can you do to give yourself the edge over others vying ...
Views: 1410(3 votes) - Should You Pay To Have a Resume Written? - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Sarika PeriwalThis is a question that a lot of people will ask; if it is worth the cost to pay for having your resume written by someone other than you; i.e. a professional. When there are so many free resume formats and resume samples available on the internet for no charge, should you? Well this is a ...
Views: 1551(3 votes) - *** Why a Professional Career Needs a Professional Resume - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from David CouperPart of what I do with some clients is getting them a new resume. Very often the most articulate and polished person has trouble "singing their own praises". One marketing professional, on paper, made herself sound like she was new to the business and not seasoned with twenty years plus ...
Views: 971(2 votes) - Cover Letter Tips: Addressing Gaps in Your Employment History - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Candace DaviesThough your resume may look spot on and demonstrate that you have the right type of experience and education, upon closer inspection a potential employer may see that there are gaps between your positions. Short spaces of time (i.e. one to three months) are explainable; usually it takes awhile ...
Views: 2700(2 votes) - Creating a Meaningful Teacher Resume - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Candace DaviesAll teachers perform the same basic duties: developing lessons, teaching students, administering and grading tests, updating report cards, disciplining students, etc. However, what will make you stand out from the average teacher is the way you portray job responsibilities on a resume. You need ...
Views: 1283(2 votes) - Finding a Great Job in a Tough Market - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Stephen MonahanYou just lost your job and I know you are not wanting to hear trite sayings but the truth is: While it can be considered a blessing or a curse the thing about life is that " the game is always changing." If it didn't how would we get better. The first thing you must do to find the perfect ...
Views: 1279(2 votes) - General Cover Letters Vs. Specific Cover Letters - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Candace DaviesWhen job-hunting it is quite common that a job seeker will apply to more than one company and position. However, sometimes a person is looking to transition into one specific career or desired organization. If you are looking to send out your resume more than once, it may be a good idea to ...
Views: 1082(2 votes) - Resume Search 101 – Finding The Right Candidate At Right Time - by Submitted on May 24, 2016 from Supriya NigamShould you be a job recruiter or a hiring manager, you should avoid the enormous stacks of resumes (some of which might be from unqualified job candidates) and use the web instead. Tons of people have their resumes posted on-line and curriculum vitae database or a curriculum vitae Finder can ...
Views: 1235(2 votes) - Resumes for Career Changers - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Candace DaviesChanging careers can be one of the hardest things that a person does. You are going from what you know to something completely different. However, switching careers can be extremely rewarding as well. Perhaps you have always wanted to be an educator, but continued on in business, receiving ...
Views: 987(2 votes) - Selling Your Top Teaching Skills in Under 15 Seconds - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Candace DaviesWith the economy the way it currently is, school districts are receiving resumes from an ever-increasing amount of applicants. Employers are able to be far choosier more now than ever. That is why it is crucial that you make your resume stand out above the rest. It is said that potential ...
Views: 810(2 votes) - Switching Careers at the Executive Level - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Heather EagarIt may seem like a bit of an impossible task switch careers once you’ve reached the executive level, but it happens more than you think – and it is contemplated even more than that. In fact, according to Execunet’s 2009 Executive Job Market Intelligence Report, 94 percent of the senior-level ...
Views: 928(2 votes) - Give Your Resume a Youthful Makeover - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Nimish ThakkarGive Your Resume a Youthful Makeover By Nimish Thakkar, Professional Resume Writer & Career Coach Despite the desirability of experience as a “wish list item” on any hiring manager’s checklist, job seekers, especially those over forty, often fear losing out to their younger competitors. ...
Views: 943(1 vote) - Identifying and Making the Most of Your Transferable Skills - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Heather EagarMany times, when we’re applying for jobs, we think about how our skills relate specifically to the position we desire. There’s no doubt that it’s important to show that you already have experience and qualify for the position you want. However, if you’re trying to switch careers, you may not ...
Views: 1170(3 votes) - Why Use a Virtual Human Resources Assistant? - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2010 from Grainne FoleyIn these tough economic times, businesses are looking for ways to cut costs or ways to keep running their businesses with a limited staff. Virtual Assistants cost approximately 40% less than using a full-time employee. Virtual Assistants pay for their own taxes, insurance, provide their own ...
Views: 3710(1 vote) - Your Resume Leadership Advantage - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Gordon WalterPicture this: You are tasked with interviewing new college graduates for work in a “fast-track” manager training program. The job requires participants to work in each functional area of the company then be assigned to a position in operations. Most candidates are the “cream of the crop” with ...
Views: 940(4 votes) - Changing Your Resume Format to Fit the Times - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Ken SundheimIn 2011, almost all resume writers have failed to understand that nearly all resumes are written online. Simply knowing this can give the job seeker an amazing advantage. For instance, a mere 30% of website readers scroll down on any given web page. Therefore, the job applicant can have 2, ...
Views: 1263(1 vote) - In the Age of Web Reading, Resume Objectives Are More Important Than Ever - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Ken Sundheim99.99% of job seekers don't think about the reason why a solid, well-written and compelling resume objective is that the resume is nearly always read on the web. The bulk of website readers (70%) do not scroll down on the page when reading any form of writing on the web. Moreover, about the ...
Views: 1264(1 vote) - Teachers resumes. - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from peter sanfordA perfect resume needs to have sufficient personal and educational information which helps the employer to decide the appointment of the applier. Appropriate objective along with the desired role and the motive to reach the desired designation needs to be appropriately mentioned. A suitable ...
Views: 984 - The Art and Science of Book Review Writing - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Tista BiswasBook review writing is a great way to promote your book to the public. It doesn’t matter whether you get a good review or a bad review for your book. According to recent statistics bad reviews can sell as effectively as good reviews. This is because the purpose of the review is to help you get ...
Views: 906 - $100K+ Job Search Stopper You Don't Realize You're Doing - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2010 from Ken MooreWhat does a broken $100K+ job search have in common with a broken relationship? Poor communication that damages a $100K+ job search is like ruining a friend or family relationship that you really don’t want to lose. It is a self-inflicted wound that worsens over time and most often it cannot ...
Views: 1384 - 10 Effective Marketing Resume Writing Tips - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2011 from Sara RayHaving an efficient resume immensely improves your chances to get your dream job. There are many people who try to make their resume top notch. If you are one of those who want to make your resume solid then you can go through the tips available online. Before you begin writing resume, you ...
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