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Job Search

10 Overused Resume Phrases Damaging Your Job Search

October 7, 2013 /

When you’re in the middle of a job search, you’re probably asking yourself how you can make your resume better and wondering what you should avoid in a resume. Let’s take a look at some advice that can help you on both accounts. Lately I’ve noticed a trend—the use of phrases that have been creeping…

Is There Value in Using a Cover Letter?

September 24, 2013 /

Ever wonder if there’s really any point in using a cover letter? Job seekers ask me often if there is any value in using a cover letter, and I answer them with an emphatic YES!—IF you’re using a personable cover letter that you’ve customized for the employer. If you’re just sending out some generic letter…

Branding Your Resume – How to Create a Lasting Impression.

August 29, 2013 /

All this talk about the importance of branding your resume for your job search … what it really comes down to is name recognition. You want to set yourself apart so the hiring manager remembers your name and calls you for the interview. But how do you really know if you’ve created a personal brand…

How to Choose the BEST Resume Writer

August 22, 2013 /

You have finally decided that you want a professional resume writer’s expertise in developing your resume; so you hopped on Google and searched for professional resume writing services—only to find a billion services listed—and no clue as to how you are going to differentiate between them. I can help with that. Here are some basic…

Saying Thank You – A Powerful Job Search Secret

August 6, 2013 /

I believe there are an elite few who still routinely express their gratitude to others for what they’ve received. I suspect (although I can’t actually prove it) that these individuals are far more successful in life. Who doesn’t like to be thanked when they’ve done something nice for someone else? This leads me to wonder…

8 Great Web Apps for Job Hunters

July 23, 2013 /

Although the job market has become more and more competitive over the years, advances in technology have also given advantages to those job hunters who stay on the cutting edge. One of the best ways to do this is by staying current on those web apps that can help you in your career search. Here…