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Resume Writing Tips

7 Ways Your Resume is Just as Boring as Everyone Else’s

March 24, 2010 /

The economy seems to be picking up a little, and more and more job seekers are coming to us and letting us know about internal opportunities within their organization that they would like to apply to.  But even as more opportunities open up, the competition is as strong—or stronger than ever before.  Here are seven…

Is Your Resume Missing This Critical Element? Find Out So You Can Stand Out In Job Search 2.0.

March 10, 2010 /

Recently, I was a featured expert for an article about job search 2.0.  I was asked: “What one thing do you want job seekers to know about Job Search 2.0 to help boost their competitive edge in this tough job market?”  You can read the original article here. Various experts offered their advice, and I…

How to Customize Your Resume for Your Profession

March 9, 2010 /

Guest Post By: Heather Eager You may think of a resume as a minor introductory document that shows an employer who you are and why you’re the right applicant for a certain job. However, simple, bare-bones resumes are rarely effective in displaying a prospective employee’s full potential. Job seekers in various professions have found this…

Does Your Resume Show Your Problem-Solving Abilities?

March 8, 2010 /

Guest Post By: Heather Eager Sometimes it feels that your resume is supposed to introduce you to a company that will solve all of your problems. When you’re hired, you will be able to pay your bills, work in an environment you enjoy and take another step in the right direction toward creating the career…

The Power of the Words on Your Resume

March 3, 2010 /

Words convey action, meaning, purpose, and results.  What are the words that you placed on your resume saying about you?  Are you using passive terms like ‘Responsible for …’ and ‘Duties included …’?  These words communicate minimal value, input, and effort.  Or are you using stronger action verbs that communicate results? Every week we evaluate…

Stop Boring the Hiring Manager with Your Resume

February 25, 2010 /

Your resume should communicate your experience, expertise, value, personal brand, accomplishments, and contributions—among other things.  What it should not be is a word-for-word rundown of your last job’s description. If your resume consists mainly of bullet points that only list your previous responsibilities and duties, then you’re doing yourself a great disservice in your job…