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Resume Writing Tips

7 Strategies for Overcoming the Resume Black Hole

October 7, 2010 /

We hear from job seekers every day who are sending out hundreds of resumes and job applications but never hearing back from recruiters or hiring managers. It’s hard to tell if it’s the resume that’s at fault or the company that’s not hiring, has already hired, or if your professional resume is just sitting in…

An important question to ask your friends today – it could get you a job!

October 6, 2010 /

I write often about the need to surround yourself with positive, supportive people during a stressful period of job transition.  Connecting with family and friends regularly lifts your spirits and reminds your network to keep an eye out for you.  It can also provide you with important insider information about the job market in your…

Applying for our case study? Here’s what you need to know.

October 4, 2010 /

Interested in getting a professionally prepared resume and cover letter to use in your job search? Read here for details about the offer. If you’ve already decided you want to participate then read below for details on how to apply. To apply to participate in our case study: – You need to share with us…

Is There Still a Market For What You Do?

October 1, 2010 /

Most people know that certain sectors of the economy have been hit harder than others, like real estate, construction, and banking.  If you’ve spent the last decade or two working in those industries, what are you supposed to do now?  As you begin your job search and sit down to write your resume, you should…

4 Simple Things That Hurt Your Resume

September 30, 2010 /

When we review people’s resumes, we often see a basic document with lackluster content and outdated formatting.  These are pretty common, but what we also see are resumes that contain some pretty fundamental mistakes.  Here are some examples of things to not do: 1.  Under the document properties section of your resume, make sure it…

On the Ledge – Job Search Have You Feeling Down?

September 23, 2010 /

This article is from our friends at CareerAlley You are on the ledge, inching forward one tiny step at a time. It took a lot of courage to get up here, now you just need to step off. You know that once you step off there is no turning back, but you hesitate yet again.…