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Resume Writing Tips
I should start off by saying that this article is geared towards U.S. job seekers and doesn’t necessarily apply to international résumé standards. That being said, let’s get down to business. If you are one of the job seekers out there that is including your picture on your résumé please stop. Seriously, DO NOT DO…
Words are the name of the game when it comes to resumes, and you need to be strategic in your choice of them. So how do you know which words to choose and which ones to omit? Here is a brief list of some of the most overused words on resumes. Avoid them when possible,…
Aside from the basic rules of engagement LinkedIn has established, here are a few other courtesies to remember while making the most of your LinkedIn experience. Follow these points and you’ll be sure to get the most out of LinkedIn—and you’ll avoid aggravating other users in the process. Here are four mistakes to avoid while…
If you find you’re sending out resume after resume and your phone still isn’t ringing it’s missing a competitive advantage. What your resume needs is to clearly show the hiring manager who you are, why you’re the best at what you do and how you’re going to meet their needs. You have to peak the…
We’ve all heard of the book, but what a great principle to apply to our resumes, cover letters, and job searches. Instead of utilizing a generic or jack of all trades (and master of none) resume, we should be using (and with great success) a purpose-driven, focused, and customized resume. In fact, if you have…
Five basic resume rules and the mistakes you make that break them. Thousands of job seekers make these mistakes. Are you making them too? FORGETTING TO INCLUDE A COVER LETTER Not attaching a cover letter to a resume is like shooting in the dark. Hiring managers receive hundreds of unsolicited resumes every week. Tell them…