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You Might Need a Resume Writer If... By Robyn Feldberg- Finding the Best Professional Resume Writer - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Gordon WalterJob candidates in this economic recession are frequently turning to professional writers to create resumes that will attract the attention of employers. In today's labor market, a good resume should help you land the right interview, for the right job, to start work sooner rather than later. ...
Views: 775(1 vote) - How to Write Resumes for Education Careers - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Heather EagarThe education field is one of few out there that is still managing relatively well in the midst of the recession. However, this doesn’t mean that snagging a great job will be a piece of cake. It may still require some work, especially in terms of creating a great resume. So if you have ...
Views: 1081(1 vote) - When Getting to No is Better Than Yes - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Diane PotterThe foundation to the success of every step of the job search -- from identifying the right job, to securing the interview, to getting an above market offer - is in first identifying your "Solution." Without this firmly defined, everything else you build upon in the process is going to have ...
Views: 754(3 votes) - What Are Targeted Cover Letters? - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Heather EagarIf you are currently out of work, or are thinking about leaving your job then there’s a chance that you’ve written at least one cover letter in your lifetime. But the question is what type of cover letter did you write? Many people utilize templates or carbon copy-styled cover letters that allow ...
Views: 1193(1 vote) - Should You Hire a Professional Resume Writer? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinWhen you are looking for the chance to get ahead in the workplace - meaning, when you want to find a job that’s better than the one have or you just want to be sure that you can get in the door and work your way up - one of the most important things that you can do is to have a great resume. ...
Views: 721(1 vote) - Finding an Executive Job Through a Temp Agency - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Heather EagarAs an executive, it’s customary to feel that the only way to find employment is through networking. While this is a vital aspect in job seeking at such a high level, it’s not the only way. In fact, a trend has been set in recent years for executives to find their employment opportunities through ...
Views: 1345(2 votes) - Four Elements of a Killer Resume - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Dwain CelistanFour steps to a Killer resume! By Dwain Celistan A key tool in the process of securing another opportunity is via a resume. As an executive recruiter, we typically receive hundreds of resumes per week. There are over three million resumes on the larger internet sites. Thus, it is ...
Views: 1498(3 votes) - *** Why Bother with a Cover Letter When Applying for a Job? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from David CouperYou can never know what happens to a cover letter. Some cover letters are electronically scanned, some are read and some are tossed! You can’t take the risk of not doing a cover letter when your future employer reads and analyzes every response. So bit the bullet and do it. Here are some ...
Views: 952(3 votes) - *** Why a Professional Career Needs a Professional Resume - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from David CouperPart of what I do with some clients is getting them a new resume. Very often the most articulate and polished person has trouble "singing their own praises". One marketing professional, on paper, made herself sound like she was new to the business and not seasoned with twenty years plus ...
Views: 933(2 votes) - *** The Ultimate Guide to Resumes! - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from David CouperA resume is paradoxically important and not important. It's important because it makes you think through your career and analyze what your accomplishments were and how they relate to your next job. But on the other hand it's not important because 80% of jobs are got through networking where it ...
Views: 826(5 votes) - *** 5 Resume Tips - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from David Couper1. Sell yourself! List your top accomplishments and your biggest successes that will wow prospective hiring managers. 2. Write for the reader not you! Include the information that the employer wants to know and is interested in. 3. Keep it clean! Don't include gimmicks, graphics, or ...
Views: 866(2 votes) - Tips for a Fabulous Tech Job Resume - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2010 from Heather EagarThe technology industry is booming more than ever. Even with many hard workers losing their jobs left and right, the IT field is doing just fine thanks to the Internet. If you have experience in a tech field - or want to scoot over to this industry - and are looking for work, you're going to ...
Views: 1139(1 vote) - Should You Use a Resume or a Bio? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Charlene RashkowThere is often confusion as to which form of documentation is most appropriate in certain circumstances surrounding the use of a bio or a resume presentation. If you're having difficulty discerning which is the most appropriate format for a given situation, the following will help you define ...
Views: 2106(6 votes) - What You Should Know About Writing an Executive Resume - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Heather EagarIf you have worked your way up the corporate ladder from an entry-level position to that of a professional – and now executive – you know how different the world can look at each stage in the game. As an executive, a lot more is expected of you, and probably no one is a harsher critic of you ...
Views: 1127(2 votes) - What Not to Say in Your Resume - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Sarika PeriwalDrafting the perfect resume can be as much about not saying the wrong things as about stating the right ones. There are certain things that have no place in your resume and you should take care to exclude these elements from your resume. Mistakes of Spelling, Grammar and Syntax: Your resume ...
Views: 1430(1 vote) - 12 Best Practices for a Winning Cover Letter – Part 2 - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Gordon WalterIn my last post, we discussed the first six “best practices” for a winning cover letter. Unfortunately, the cover letter is often an afterthought However, the cover letter is a very important part of the resume, giving the first impression an employer will have of you. Following is a list of ...
Views: 916(1 vote) - 12 Best Practices for a Winning Cover Letter – Part 1 - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Gordon WalterThe cover letter is often an afterthought. A job candidate sees an ad in the paper or online and scrambles to get a resume in the organization’s possession. The cover letter sometimes is a hastily written, patchy communication that is little more than a hand-off of resume. This is far removed ...
Views: 975(1 vote) - The Don't's and Do's of Resume Writing - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2012 from Tim CunninghamOnce upon a time, I wasn’t a resume writer. After 15 years getting jobs in all business areas by networking, I discovered that a resume that was good enough to submit after the hiring manager knew me, didn’t get results when it came to making interviews happen with mangers who didn’t know me. ...
Views: 1492(1 vote) - Career Objective Examples for Resumes: How to Instantly Grab Any Employer’s Attention - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2009 from Michael LeeWhen writing your resume, one of the first things you have to consider is your career objective. I’ve been there before and I know how challenging it can be to come up with something note-worthy. In this case, it doesn’t hurt to look for outstanding career objective examples for resumes you can ...
Views: 5872(2 votes) - Writing a Resume that Focuses on Self Employment Experience - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Todd HicksAre you somebody who is currently or previously self- employed? Are you looking into becoming employed for somebody else while wondering how to include your self-employment experience on your resume? Whenever you present your resume, it is very important to discuss what you have done to put ...
Views: 1301(1 vote) - Pimp Your Resume: 5 Cool Resume Tips - by Submitted on May 26, 2009 from Heather EagarYou’ve probably heard of the show “Pimp My Ride,” where a lucky person has a chance to turn an otherwise crappy vehicle into the beautiful car of their dreams. Well, as beautiful as a 1978 Ford Pinto can get, that is. The point is that there are ways to turn something not-so-beautiful into ...
Views: 1060(2 votes) - Turning a “Loser” Cover Letter into a Winning One - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Heather EagarWhen applying for a job, it’s not uncommon to send in a cover letter with the resume. In fact, many experts suggest that even if one is not requested, it be sent anyway to show professionalism and enthusiasm for the job. However, not all cover letters are good cover letters. In fact, it is ...
Views: 1230(1 vote) - How to Write an Effective Resume - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Peggy McKeeMany, many people do not know how to write a resume, despite a wealth of information available. It's not just a list of jobs you've had, or skills you have. It's a marketing document. You are marketing yourself. In an uncertain economic climate, you must make the most of every opportunity you ...
Views: 1874(1 vote) - The Typical Resume Only Receives About 10-20 Seconds of Attention - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Lisa Parker, CPRW, CEIPYou think that after all the time, effort, sweat equity and frustration you put into the preparation of your resume, it will be received with open arms by the person or company representative you took the time to send it to. You picture the “target” individual opening up the email or envelope ...
Views: 1543(1 vote) - Our CAR Collection Makes Job Interviews Happen - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Tim CunninghamToo many of us have never been taught how to write interview generating resumes. Until reality shows us otherwise, we tend to think that all we need is our contact information, the title of the job we are applying for, a list of previous jobs and an outline of the responsibilities that we ...
Views: 1187(2 votes) - Prove Doomsayers Wrong / Job Hunting in a Recession - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Judy GillespieThe incessant “it’s the worse economy since the Great Depression… nobody’s hiring” drumbeat is unnerving. It’s also painfully inaccurate, but we’re in danger of doomsayer’s words becoming self-fulfilling prophecy. The fear they’ve created is palpable. Even the rich are cutting back on ...
Views: 1123(1 vote) - How to Present Your Work Experience on Your Resume - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2009 from Todd HicksAre you an active participant in the job market? Have you already created your resume? Have you been agonizing over how to craft your resume to demonstrate your skills, experience and accomplishments without lying or embellishing yourself too much to stand out from the competition? It is not ...
Views: 1982(1 vote) - Top 7 Reasons Resumes Fail to Get the Interview - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Shirley RayThe number of job seekers sending out resumes is growing exponentially with each passing day. It's unfortunate that the vast majority of these job seekers will end up sitting at home wondering why the phone doesn't ring with a call for an interview. Some will simply not be qualified, but just ...
Views: 2388(3 votes) - 10 Top Tips for Writing a Great CV or Resume - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Catherine JonesHave you ever submitted a resume or CV to an employer and not received a call for an interview? It's frustrating and leaves you wondering what you did wrong. Remember that your resume/CV and cover letter are the first things that an employer will see - they are the first impression your ...
Views: 1342(1 vote) - Resume Writing - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinThis September I spent two days doing Resume Assessment at The National Job Fair and Training Expo in Toronto. 400 Job Seekers received free resume assessments from nine Resume Writers. There was a 2-3 hour wait for this service that was available from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Since a resume is critical ...
Views: 922(1 vote) - What Counts in a Cover Letter - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2009 from Heather EagarWriting a cover letter is a commonplace aspect of conducting any job search. When you apply for a job, even if the prospective employer does not ask you for one, it’s good to send one as a way to give them a little more insight into who you are and what you’re capable of. But despite the fact ...
Views: 714(1 vote) - How Much Money Will Your Resume Make or Cost? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from Tim CunninghamWhen people call and ask me, “How much do you charge for a resume?” my reply is often something like this: “It depends on what you want the resume to do. Have you been hired already, and is your employer now telling you that they need a resume for their HR file on you? Or do you need the ...
Views: 6792(2 votes) - Successful Resume Writing & Job Interview Tips - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2009 from Pamela WatsonHow many people enjoy writing a resume? Not many. And what about job interviewing? Again, not many. Job interviews can make you feel uncomfortable because interviews are designed to treat you as if you're a product that needs to be checked out like the tire of a new car. Secondly, resume writing ...
Views: 962(2 votes) - 4 Vital Things to Remember When Writing a Resume - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from Michael LeeIn this article, I’m going to reveal some resume writing tips to help you gain an advantage over other applicants. In such a competitive world, you need to prepare as much as you can. After all, it’s difficult to land an interview without an impressive resume that catches the employer’s eyes. ...
Views: 934(1 vote) - Top 10 Resume Writing Tips - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Rachel BurkeThe thought of writing a resume can be very intimidating because it’s difficult to know where to start or what to include. It’s important to take the time and ensure that all your hard-earned experience is documented appropriately because your resume is a crucial item that can make or break ...
Views: 643(1 vote) - Lying On Your Resume Can Kill Your Career - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Tim CunninghamWhen times get tough, job hunters face increasing pressure to find a job. Many people think lying on their resumes improves their chances: recent surveys have found between 20 to 50 percent of job seekers and employees whose resumes were checked had made “significant misstatements” on their ...
Views: 2035(1 vote) - Avoiding the Resume Embellishment Trap - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from stefanie spikellYou’ve read about so many famous people who didn’t tell the whole truth in their biographies. Maybe they weren’t REALLY the CEO of their company, or the “All-American” sports player. We’ve all heard of the doctors who really weren’t or the specialists who “bought” their degrees.” Maybe it has ...
Views: 1976(1 vote) - Blog Your Way to a New Job - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from stefanie spikellWill a blog help you get a new job? YES! The reason for this is that a blog helps you to be found my recruiters and employers. When they find YOU, instead of you finding THEM, you have greatly increased your chances for a positive end result. But what if you aren’t found through your blog? ...
Views: 1177(1 vote) - Are You Resume Ready? - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2009 from stefanie spikellWhat if a recruiter called you today? Would you be ready to jump on the opportunity she offers you? If not, you could lose the chance to better your career, as jobs go FAST in this competitive market. If you are going to be “Resume Ready” you have to keep your resume ...
Views: 1204(1 vote) - How a Functional Resume Can Bring Your Hidden Talents to Light - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2009 from Winifred WinstonWith current market conditions and record setting unemployment rates, your résumé needs to reveal all of your talents, even your hidden talents that at first glance, you might not realize you have. Think about it, if there are record setting unemployment rates, you can bet your next ...
Views: 2342(1 vote) - Write a Resume That Gets the Interview - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Shirley RayA great resume won't get you hired. You can only get hired if you get face-to-face with the hiring authority. Your resume has one major function: to get you an interview. Get invited to that important first meeting by giving your resume these characteristics. 1. Focused Content If you ...
Views: 1252(1 vote) - Do You Want Your Executive Resume to Generate More Interviews? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Abby LockeIf your job search campaign keeps hitting a brick wall, your existing resume is getting you no results, and you have been trying every method you know about including online postings, recruiters, social networks, in-person networking), maybe what you are feeding the masses is not the right ...
Views: 1857(1 vote) - Are You Making These Resume Mistakes? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Abby LockeYou wouldn’t create a gourmet meal and serve it on dirty dishes, right? So why would you engage in a Job Search 2.0 campaign using an executive resume with outdated, ineffective strategies? If you have been conducting a targeted job search that is not generating any interviews or ...
Views: 1348(1 vote) - 7 Ways to Update Your Resume - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2008 from Joanna PennThere used to be a “job for life” but now it is more common to change jobs and companies every 2-3 years, and to change careers several times in a working life. In a fast paced job market it is important to keep your resume up to date and ready to send out if opportunity arises. Here are 7 ...
Views: 1565(1 vote) - A Resume With An Attitude - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Carla VaughanIf you want to get an employer's attention, you need to write a resume with an attitude. You can bet other job candidates are writing excellent resumes, so you need to do so also. What does it take to write an excellent resume? I could say that it takes time and effort, but that is a given. ...
Views: 874(1 vote) - Outline On Research Paper - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2008 from inba rajResearch paper is a formal written report that includes research findings and a student’s own ideas. Research paper is a type of essay which is written in your style. It presents your own interpretation or argument. Research papers are written to present your view point on a particular ...
Views: 2292(1 vote) - Advertising Your Resume On An Online Job Bank - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2008 from Heather EagarJob searches nowadays are much more in-depth than they have been in the past. Before, you simply drafted a good resume, printed it on quality paper, and submitted it to the companies you were interested in working for. Now, however, most companies prefer to have their applications completed ...
Views: 986(1 vote) - Tips For Writing College Student Resumes And Cover Letters - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Heather EagarIf you are a college student, you may not yet be accustomed to writing resumes and cover letters. However, the time will soon come where you’ll need to learn in order to secure an on- or off-campus job, internship, or job after graduating. You’ll be happy to know that the process is ...
Views: 804(1 vote) - Resume Cover Letter For Sequencing Mothers - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2008 from Terry HarrisThere’s no need for you to feel uncomfortable about the fact that there’s a gap in your resume. You’re part of a growing population of stay at home mothers that have taken time off from their professional life to care for their families. The increase in women making the choice to stay home and ...
Views: 2781(1 vote) - Cover Letter And Resume Writing Tips For If You’ve been Fired - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2008 from Heather EagarBeing fired from your job can be extremely difficult. You not only have to think about how you will put meals on the table and pay your bills, but also how your pride and belief in yourself as an employee has been affected. No matter the reason you were let go, it can be more than a notion ...
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