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Resume Writing Tips

3 Techniques to Avoid a Boring, Never-Gets-Read Resume

May 12, 2011 /

Writing resumes can be tedious—and even stressful at times.  If any of us could help it, we’d probably write one resume, create a blanket e-mail that read, “Here I am!  Hire me!”, add the e-mail address of every hiring manager on the planet, and then hit send. But we know this isn’t the way to…

3 Surefire Ways to Create an Unrealistic Resume

May 11, 2011 /

Let’s start by saying no one wants to create a resume they know won’t get them hired.  At least, let’s hope no one shoots for this goal.  But sometimes, job seekers inevitably set themselves up for failure by creating unrealistic resumes.  Here are three ways to create the resume you don’t actually want to submit:…

Sending Out Countless Resumes With No Response? 3 Strategies to Change it Up!

May 10, 2011 /

Are you continually being rejected for jobs for which you’ve applied?  It could be that you’re having a hard time getting your resume to be seriously considered.  Don’t feel discouraged if this is the case.  Instead, consider these tips to shake things up when you’re sending out countless resumes with no response: Change Your Keywords…

3 Techniques to Make Your Resume Stand Out

May 9, 2011 /

There’s nothing like adding distinctive talents to your resume to help you stand out from the other candidates sitting in the same stack of resumes.  But how do you find those skills that prove you’re unique?  And how do you choose which ones to list?  Here are some tips to help you decide: 1. Look…

3 Strategies for Writing a Successful Six-Figure Resume

May 6, 2011 /

At some point in every executive’s career, they’ve had to write their first six-figure resume—or at least the resume they hoped would win them a six-figure income.  If you are working on your first executive resume, then this is undoubtedly a great time in your career.  Make the most of it by taking the right…

Choosing Transferable Skills to Add to Your Resume

May 5, 2011 /

When you’re in the midst of switching careers, you may feel a bit concerned about just how you can show that you are qualified for a new position with your old skills.  Although it’s true that you may not have all of the qualifications a company is seeking, you probably have some great transferable skills.…