Did you know that one of the main reasons job seekers land interviews isn’t because of how good of a match their skills are with a particular position or what type of degree they obtained but because their career to date shows clear progression? It’s true. A professional in motion, either progressing up a particular …
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Few things give rise to more fear and uncertainty in job seekers than a dreaded “gap” in their employment history. Here’s the truth: recruiters and hiring managers are trained to spot all gaps of six months and longer on a candidate’s resume. So, does this mean that the gap on your resume will automatically be …
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Professionals in the midst of a job search often report feeling a sense of helplessness. How can you stand out amidst the competition? How can you shine during an interview? Perhaps most importantly, how can you land a new position that’s in line with your career goals in the shortest possible amount of time? The …
Stymied by a particularly difficult resume problem? You’re not alone. Many of the clients I work with in my capacity as a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) come to me because they’re not sure what the solution to a particular issue is. What’s interesting is that, by and large, most of the problems revolve around …
This article will go over simple strategies you can use to create a powerful (and succinct) cover letter. Job seekers frequently wonder how to structure this document. Is it separate from a resume? Do I really have to go through the process of creating an entirely new one for every job I apply to? We’ll …
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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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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So you’ve just received negative feedback from a recruiter or prospective hiring agent. First of all, it’s OKAY to feel disappointed. But after you’ve spent a little time moping about how you’ll never be employed again, try to understand that this is an opportunity in disguise. Many job seekers spend MONTHS on fruitless job searches, …
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“I have sent out dozens of resumes. Why am I not getting a response from employers?” As resume writers and career coaches, we hear such questions very frequently. While the economy can be a major determining factor, the truth is that job seekers can take affirmative steps to improve response rates. While many variables can …
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