Posts Tagged ‘resume’
Infographic: How Do You Show Soft Skills on Your Resume?
Infographic: How Do You Show Soft Skills on Your Resume? Soft skills assessment is one of the leading factors affecting future recruiting trends according to LinkedIn’s 2017 Global Recruiting Trends survey. As employers struggle with talent shortages culture fit and soft skills are becoming big game changers in the screening and hiring process. How do…
Learn MoreMoving Beyond Generic Resume Terms: Powerful Action Verbs for a Standout Resume
When writing your resume it’s easy to get stuck in the rut of using the same verbs over and over or even using vague, generic phrases applicable to every candidate in the job market. I advise my clients to avoid generic and overused phrases like: responsible for, duties included, expertise in, skilled at—and find some…
Learn More2017 May Be a Job Seeker’s Market, But Your Resume Is Still Only a Tool and Not a Golden Ticket
As an executive resume writer I could tell you that a well-written, compelling resume is the golden ticket to make all of your career dreams come true. But then I wouldn’t be a very honest resume writer. Frankly, I’m surprised how many job seekers are under the false assumption that if they just had the…
Learn More3 Tips to Freshen Up Your Resume in 2017
Employers are on the move trying to meet talent shortages and discover new ways to find qualified candidates. Job seekers are infused with optimism about the opportunities before them. If you’re one of the 74%+ of job seekers open to new opportunities this year you’re probably taking a good look at your resume and wondering…
Learn MoreYour Resume’s Success Is In Your Purpose and Your Passion
I’m sure the majority of us work so that we can provide for our families but don’t we also work because we’re passionate about something or feel we have a purpose for doing what we love? Life would lack some serious fulfillment if we were all just chasing down the paycheck every week and never…
Learn MoreHow Do I Write a Resume That Differentiates Myself from Other Similar Candidates?
Why It’s Important to Separate Yourself from Other Candidates Far too many job seekers do not see the value or the importance of setting themselves apart from their competition on their resumes. They get stuck thinking they’re supposed to blend in or look like other ideally qualified candidates. What they miss is the importance of…
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