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You Might Need a Resume Writer If... By Robyn Feldberg- Use Job Shadowing to Get Resume Keywords - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2010 from Peggy McKeeJob shadowing is just what it sounds like: you be someone's "shadow" for the day, to learn what a typical day is like in their job. It's also known as a field preceptorship, or a ride-along (especially accurate for going with sales reps on their routes). It's a "tryout" for you with no ...
Views: 5961(1 vote) - Best Tips on How to Write Job Resumes - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from javier hiltzThe one and only one objective of resume is not to get a job, but to get you into the interview room. Resume is written to promote yourself, your skill that fulfill and impress your potential employer to call you for an interview. The job market is very similar to the sales environment, which in ...
Views: 820(1 vote) - Best Resume Writing Tips - Get Your Desire Job ASAP! - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from javier hiltzA resume is a document that acts as a snapshot of you, which includes all your technical and soft skills, your academic performance for your potential employer to judge whether you are the suitable person for the job. The most important thing to get a chance of being interview by your potential ...
Views: 1886(1 vote) - Minor But Important Resume Writing Tips - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from javier hiltzJob searching campaign shares a lot of similarity with sales marketing campaign; the job applicant acts as the product to sell, and your resume acts as the salesman to promote you to your potential employer. The one and only objective of writing a resume is not to get the job, but to get an ...
Views: 731(1 vote) - How To Update Your Executive Resume While Still Working At Your Current Position - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2010 from Heather EagarThe standard protocol for working on a resume is to work on it when you’re ready to find your next job. It does make sense. Why would you work on your resume when you’re not looking to move on from your current employer? However, even if you’re not quite looking to move on, you never know ...
Views: 2195(1 vote) - Functional Resume - Pros and Cons - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Sarika PeriwalA functional template or sample is one that may be adapted for the purposes of those looking for a career switch. The functional resume samples are those that highlight one’s skills and abilities rather than work experience or the jobs previously held. Functional resumes are sometimes also known ...
Views: 7116(1 vote) - The Chronological Resume - The Pros And Cons - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Sarika PeriwalYour resume should be able to convince a person within the space of about half a minute that you are a person they need to meet with; that here is a person that deserves an interview. So this half minute of attention from a prospective employer that you have, is what you have to use to get ...
Views: 4851(1 vote) - Improving a Job Search By Customizing A Resume To A Profession - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Heather EagarIt may seem that a resume is a simple sheet of paper that tells prospective employers who you are, why you want the job and why they should hire you. However, a lackluster resume will destroy your chances of getting a job, so a good amount of thought is needed when you're putting the document ...
Views: 1328(1 vote) - Why Do You Need a Resume? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Sarika PeriwalSo you’ve never compiled or written a resume and so have no experience at what goes into one. You are also not sure that you need a resume in the first place, or why, if at all, you need one. You’ve probably seen some resume samples and frankly you think it is extra work that you can do without. ...
Views: 2106(2 votes) - Killer Resumes to Get You Hired - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Ruth BerryBeing a new job seeker, writing an impressive resume is the most important skill you want to master right now. The process is easy once you know what you're doing and you can produce a great finished product if you exert enough time and effort into it. Your resume symbolizes your professional ...
Views: 4646(2 votes) - Standout Resumes to Get you Hired - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Ruth BerryThe cover letter and your resume are two of the most essential documents while applying for professional position. The resume is your main course and the cover letter is your appetizer. Putting together these documents is time consuming but it is quite easy as long as you follow the right ...
Views: 959(3 votes) - How To Write a Resume That Shows Your Ability to Solve Problems - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2010 from Heather EagarSometimes 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 of your ...
Views: 5208(2 votes) - Writing a Cover Letter for the Path to Success - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Ruth BerryBeing qualified for a job is not an assurance that you can get the job you applied for, you can still get turned down if the cover letter you send along with your resume is too broad or poorly written. Writing a cover letter is your first shot to get noticed and is the lone reason recruiters ...
Views: 1087(3 votes) - The Best Ways To Format A Resume And Get Hired - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Heather EagarMany job seekers have no idea that their resume’s formatting is just as important as the content on the resume. In other words, if you don’t have a decent setup, many hiring managers won’t give your resume a second look. Really, though, is there anything that you can do about it? Actually, ...
Views: 2884(1 vote) - Resume Objective Statements - Tell the Hiring Manager Why He Should Read the Rest of Your Resume - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2010 from Peggy McKeeDon't be fooled by people who tell you that resume objective statements are optional, or that you shouldn't have one at all. Their reasoning is usually that they fence you in and limit your job-seeking focus. I'm here to tell you that you need an objective statement on your resume. Why? * ...
Views: 1692(3 votes) - Transferable Skills and How to Showcase Them - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2010 from Dan CoughlinDon’t believe them. When companies tell you they aren’t hiring because of the recession, don’t believe them. What they mean to say is that during a recession they are very, very discerning about who they hire and who they keep on their team. However, every company is always hiring as long as ...
Views: 1887(2 votes) - A Great Cover Letter for Optimal Job Hunting Experience - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Ruth BerryIn today’s difficult economy many people have found themselves unemployed and job hunting has become much tougher. However, even though the competition is difficult you can still have the opportunity to get interviewed and potentially be hired with a great cover letter. Your cover letter ...
Views: 1271(2 votes) - Get Hired with Creative Job Cover Letters - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Ruth BerryRegardless of the accomplishments and awards you that college graduates got from school, a college graduate may still end up jobless in today's economy. Job hunts at present are tight and in the job market only the strong-willed and determined will get noticed and be hired. An important part of ...
Views: 1345(2 votes) - How to Get a Lot of Miles Out of Your Resume - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Charlene RashkowIn today's economy, it's very important that anyone seeking employment must have a dynamic resume presentation. With so much competition for every good job, it's not enough just to have a good resume; it has to be great. Getting your foot in the door is the first step, and even though you have ...
Views: 1349(2 votes) - Never Lie or Embellish the “Real You” When Writing Your Resume - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Mark SussI have been in the People Business for over 26 years and in this span of time have read, along with my staff, over 30,000 resumes. These have come from people in every segment of the work force but primarily, these resumes are from Executives and Managers. You would think the people that have ...
Views: 1383(5 votes) - Executive Job Search Isn’t Panning Out? Here’s What to Do Next - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Heather EagarThere is often nothing more frustrating than spending many hours each day searching for a job only to find that your hard work doesn’t seem to be paying off. Of course, most people are aware that job searches (and particularly executive job searches) take some time, but sometimes, you just want ...
Views: 954(3 votes) - Resume Objective Statements: Tell the Hiring Manager Why He Should Read the Rest of Your Resume - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Peggy McKeeDon’t be fooled by people who tell you that resume objective statements are optional, or that you shouldn’t have one at all. Their reasoning is usually that objective statements fence you in and limit your job-seeking focus. I’m here to tell you that you need an objective statement on your ...
Views: 3029(2 votes) - Building a Quality Targeted Cover Letter - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Ruth BerryIn a huge pile of resumes on the employer's desk at least ten will be called for a job interview and most often only one will be hired. Employers do not pick randomly choose the candidates that they want to interview and the candidates don't get to be so lucky. The key to getting interviewed is ...
Views: 1079(3 votes) - Frustrated With Your Job Search - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2010 from Robert WeeseI received this note from a friend & business associate who is currently hunting for a new senior sales management position. Karen wrote this after attending a networking meeting for job seekers a few years ago and coming away with the impression that many people believe all you have to do is ...
Views: 1767(2 votes) - How to Create a Cover Letter to Boost Your Resume - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Ruth BerryNo matter how powerful your resume is, you still cannot land on the best possible job for you if your cover letter is not there, or is not doing its job. Similar to writing a proposal letter, the process to create a cover letter has dos and don’ts. A cover letter is your one shot chance to get ...
Views: 1096(3 votes) - Is There Much Employment For Retirees Available? - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2010 from Raymond AngusAre you a senior citizen seeking employment for retirees? Have your medical benefits been reduced significantly? Has your hard earned pension suffered a hit by your former employer? Has the threat on Social Security and its future solvency caused you some sleepless nights? Whatever the ...
Views: 1745(3 votes) - Writing Perfect Cover Letters For Resumes - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Ruth BerryAre you wondering if you are qualified for your dream job? Whether you are a recent graduate student or a person seeking for a new career, only the sky is your limit. As long as you dream high, you will definitely land on a perfect job. Yeah right, dreaming won’t get you anywhere. You need to ...
Views: 961(2 votes) - Discover the Secrets to Writing a Good Resume - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Patricia EricksonOnce you have decided that you are ready to take the time and effort it takes to make a rewarding career change, you will want to work on polishing your resume. A resume is more than just a sheet of paper with your qualifications. It is the first impression you make on potential employers, which ...
Views: 1516(1 vote) - How To Clean Up a Cluttered Resume - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2010 from Heather EagarWhen you begin to look for a new job, it's imperative to update your resume with exciting and valid new information. Most likely you were able to gain a great deal of experience in your latest position, so you should have plenty to add to your resume. However, this can lead to a very specific ...
Views: 2470(1 vote) - The Executive Personal Brand Worksheet: 10 Steps to Defining Your Authentic Personal Brand - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 from Meg GuiseppiWith all the buzz about personal branding these days, perceptions and definitions vary greatly … and misconceptions abound. Tom Peters’ coined the term "personal branding" in his 1997 article “The Brand Called You” (http://www.fastcompany.com/magazine/10/brandyou.html) at Fast Company, where ...
Views: 3629(2 votes) - How To Write An Effective B2B Sales Resume - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Susan EnnsThe purpose of your resume is to move you to the next step in the hiring process. Whether that is the initial interview, or to complete personality, compatibility or skills testing, if your resume moves you forward, it was effective. Over the years, I have seen hundreds, maybe even thousands ...
Views: 2448(2 votes) - A cover letter is NOT Optional! - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Debra WheatmanWhat’s the value of writing a cover letter? Why do you need that if you are going to submit your résumé? Does that not tell the entire story? NO WAY. Simply sending a résumé is not enough. A cover letter IS important. No cover letter with your résumé is like leaving your house with a shirt and ...
Views: 1046(2 votes) - How To Make Your Job Search More Successful By Improving Your Hire-ability - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Heather EagarRegardless of whether you're just starting to look for your first job or you've been involved in a long job search for several months, it's very important to make yourself as hire-able as possible. This is something you can do even if you don’t have a lot of experience. So if you’re ready to ...
Views: 1231(2 votes) - Resume Tips For Fresh Graduates - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Sarika PeriwalSomeone who is a fresh graduate will obviously have a different kind of requirement for what to put in a resume and indeed could still be wondering how to write a resume. Free sample resumes are available for all purposes, including for fresh graduates and as people just entering the work force ...
Views: 4131(2 votes) - Dynamic Resume Features - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Kenrick ChatmanConceivably the most common job hunt instrument is the resume. A resume displays a snapshot of an applicant's work history, competencies, and abilities. Thus, one of the CV's main purposes is to help individuals generate job interviews. However, several candidates' CVs hurt them more than ...
Views: 1186(1 vote) - How Your Resume Limits Your Potential - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Matthew TooneResumes are essential documents that communicate our past experience, outline our previous accomplishments, and even reveal a portion of our current character. They are so essential that employers, educational institutions, and companies everywhere must require them in order to assess our ...
Views: 1232(3 votes) - I Can Do This Job and I Will Do This Job - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Candace Davies“I can do this job and I will do this job” basically means that you have the skills and expertise to carry out job responsibilities 100% and that you are actually willing and eager to perform those duties. This phrase is something that you must remember when crafting your job-seeking documents ...
Views: 971(4 votes) - Resumes Are Used to Market a Product – and That Is You - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Candace DaviesPicture the recruiting process like a sale. The person who is recruiting (hiring) is the buyer, and you are the actual product. To start selling the product, you need to create a strong advertisement which describes the benefits of purchasing. Just like the packaging of a product attracts the ...
Views: 797(2 votes) - Writing a Job Search Thank You Letter with These Ten Tips - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Candace DaviesYou think you are done with the entire job search process. You have written the perfect resume and cover letter and had a great interview. Now you think your part is done, and all you have to do is wait for the decision of the interviewer. This is where many job seekers fall short… they do not ...
Views: 724(1 vote) - Top Five Cover Letter Tips for Changing Careers to Teaching - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Candace DaviesAn increasing number of people are changing careers from the business or corporate world and choosing to go into teaching. The change could be for various reasons… maybe now their children are in school and they are looking for a job that will allow time to spend the school holidays with the ...
Views: 2129(2 votes) - 3 More Resume Writing Tips That Pay (Part 4) - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2010 from Gordon WalterWhether it was a misspelled word, the wrong prefix on a word, or fragmented sentence, many hiring managers have a zero tolerance when it comes to resume mistakes. Following are more writing tips for Professional Resumes and Executive Resumes inspired from things seen on people’s resumes during ...
Views: 951(1 vote) - Practice will make you perfect - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2009 from Sari NeudorfYou can be better than the Babe! Before you hit send on your keyboard, remember these steps. 1. Who are you? You certainly know your strong selling points and what they mean to you. Imagine the reader coming from a different country and not familiar with your company name or specific jargon. ...
Views: 1007(4 votes) - 8 More Resume Writing Tips That Pay (Part 3) - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2009 from Gordon WalterWhether it was a misspelled word, the wrong prefix on a word, or fragmented sentence, many hiring managers have a zero tolerance when it comes to resume mistakes. Following are more writing tips for Professional Resumes and Executive Resumes inspired from things seen on people’s resumes during ...
Views: 839(2 votes) - 6 Great Executive Resume Writing Tips - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Heather EagarIt’s easier said than done to create a great resume when you’re under pressure to get it done. This is especially true when you don’t know what to focus your energy on because you have accomplished so much from working your way to the top. But, of course, ultimately there’s no excuse for ...
Views: 1038(3 votes) - How Personal Branding Can Help You Ace Your Job Interviews - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from Brenda BenceYou took the time to create a great cover letter and resume, and they did their job – you got the interview. Now, you’re ready to walk into the door of the company’s building, and it’s the moment of truth. You really want this job, but what can you do to give yourself the edge over others vying ...
Views: 1339(3 votes) - Creating a Twitter Resume - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Heather EagarAre you as excited about Twitter as the rest of the world? You can not only find out what’s going on with your friends on an hourly basis, but also peak into the lives of your favorite celebrities. People have definitely embraced Twitter as a major form of communication; however, because it ...
Views: 1657(2 votes) - How to Write a Great Cover Letter and Resume - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Alana JohnsonResumes and cover letters are both important tools when searching for a new job. Both documents are written representations of you before you are able to represent yourself in person. When well written, they can open doors of communication, land you an interview and possibly a new job. There ...
Views: 882(3 votes) - Sample Resume Objectives - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Alana JohnsonWhen writing a resume many people leave off the objective. Depending on your career level and title, this can be an okay move. For the most part I suggest all entry level and mid career professionals include an objective on their resumes. The purpose of the objective is to state your purpose. ...
Views: 4165(2 votes) - Resume Cover Letter Help - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Alana JohnsonWhen writing a cover letter to be submitted with your resume, consider what an employer or recruiter goes through and how many other cover letters and resumes they will read along with yours. Let me first begin by telling you that a cover letter is mandatory when submitting your resume to any ...
Views: 1907(2 votes) - Dealing With a Second Layoff in Your Job Search - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Heather EagarConducting a job search is tough enough when you know you’ve been laid off of one job, so you can imagine the challenge of searching for work after being laid off from two. Unfortunately, many job seekers are facing this reality on a daily basis. Of course, the economy is very often to blame ...
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