Cover letters are tricky—and from what I’ve seen during twelve years in the careers industry, writing a cover letter is one of the most researched job search topics of all time. As a former recruiter and HR manager, I want to share with you some cover letter mistakes you may not even realize you’re making! …
Monthly Archives: October 2011
Keyword Dominated Resumes – How Much Is Too Much?
There’s a fine line between overusing keywords in your resume and having just the right touch. It’s trickier than you think to create an effective and dynamic resume, so what do you have to do in order to get the right about of keywords that balance out the resume? A lot goes into finding the …
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Should Employers Hire Returning Veterans?
Considering the number of returning veterans re-entering the workforce, it may be time for employers to take another look at the skills our returning soldiers have to offer to the American job market. According to The Bureau of Labor Statistics unemployment for veterans ages, 18 to 24 is at over 21% – more than double the …
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Help A Job Seeker Challenge
If you’ve ever been unemployed, you know how scary, frustrating, and depressing it can be. In today’s economy, looking for a job is more challenging than ever. For the long-term unemployed, waking up every day and finding the motivation to send out more resumes, make more phone calls, or prepare for a job interview requires …
Employee Survey: How to Handle Anonymous Tips at Your Hotel
The annual employee survey for your hotel closed last week and you restlessly anticipate the results for your hotel teams. You think you have a good sense of your team members’ opinions, but you’re still a bit nervous. All of a sudden you hear that familiar “You’ve got mail” ding as the anxiously awaited report lands in …
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Is Your Resume Filled with Passive Words and Phrases?
It’s no secret that hiring managers favor candidates who appear to be aggressive, not just in their job search, but in the workplace as well. This means, as you write your resume, the last thing you want to do is add words and phrases that come across as passive. So how can you recognize a …
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Hoarding vs. Being Organized at Work
Look at your workspace. What do you see? Piles of papers? Mountains of memos? Bulletin boards of bedlam? If so, you are not alone. A recent survey found that 33 percent of professionals categorize themselves as office hoarders. Unfortunately, the same survey found that 28 percent of employers are less likely to promote an employee …
6 Ways To Go Beyond The Resume
Job seekers often spend most of their time focused on creating the perfect resume. And while a clear, focused resume is certainly important, it’s not the only document you need for a successful job search. Instead, develop a whole arsenal of job search tools so that you’ll be ready to provide whatever a potential employer …
3 Tips to Get a Hiring Manager’s Interest
The hiring manager’s job is to find adequate candidates for positions that need to be filled in a short amount of time. They are typically experts in reviewing resumes for pertinent information. So, how can you gain a hiring manager’s interest in just a few quick seconds? Here are some tips: 1. Insert the exact …
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4 Common Mistakes That Sabotage Your Resume
Developing an effective resume can be a daunting task. How do you summarize the most relevant aspects of your career within one to two pages? Which details should be included and which saved for the interview? How do you know if your document is really working or getting rejected out of hand? The following four …
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