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Resume Writing Tips

4 Great Ways to Customize Your Resume for Different Positions

July 5, 2011 /

Are you applying for different positions that all seem to be exactly the same, encouraging you to submit nearly the same resume over and over again?  It may be tempting, but don’t do it!  You may think you can get away with submitting carbon-copy resumes, but employers can smell them a mile away. If you…

Better Check Your References Before the Employer Does

July 1, 2011 /

There has long been a debate regarding references and whether or not to include them in a resume. Many applicants are uncomfortable providing the information up front, preferring instead to simply state that references are available upon request. This is an outdated method and I always encourage clients NOT to write that on their resume,…

Putting Off Working On Your Resume? Why That’s A Really Bad Idea

June 29, 2011 /

If you are currently employed and only considering looking into other opportunities passively – or if you’re waiting to go back to work until the end of the summer my one piece of advice to you today is do NOT put off working on your resume! With the summer upon us and the upcoming Holiday…

Resume Templates: A Smart Idea or a Huge Mistake?

June 27, 2011 /

If you have ever been stuck and held back by writer’s block while trying to create your resume, you know how tempting it is to use a resume template. Using a resume template, you may reason, will lead you in including all the crucial details in your career background. Further, a resume template will help…

4 Phrases That Scream “Under Qualified” You Should Avoid on Your Executive Resume

June 23, 2011 /

At the executive level, you know a lot is expected of you on the job.  But those high expectations actually begin at the application process.  From the moment you submit your application and executive resume, employers are checking you out to make sure you’re suited for this level.  So if you want to avoid instant…

Key Resume Tips for the Health Professional

June 22, 2011 /

Working as a health professional is an amazingly rewarding career.  Not only do you get to help individuals physically and emotionally, but you have a chance to work in a stimulating environment. The great news is that health professionals are in high demand, which means there are a lot of jobs out there waiting for…