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Words That Weaken Your Resume |
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Monday, 10 November 2008 |
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More than just your accomplishments make your resume stand out. How you communicate them matters too. A strong resume gives potential employers a concise, clear picture of your skills and experience. And, it's the crucial first step in securing an interview and hopefully a job offer. For maximum... |
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Words Every Resume Should Include |
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Monday, 10 November 2008 |
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Every word on your resume counts in today's competitive job market. But some words count more than others - especially those that refer to soft skills. Soft skills are increasingly important in the workplace. Teamwork is more important than ever in the workplace. The ability to work well with... |
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The Ultra-Honest Resume: How To Write A Resume That Passes The Verification Test |
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Monday, 10 November 2008 |
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When it comes to resumes, most job seekers know that honesty is the best policy. Never say you graduated from college when you didn't or make a job last a year longer than it really did. But the verification process many employers use for resumes can trip up even workers who aren't trying to fool... |
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The Resume That Stays In Play: Three Rules For An Attention-Grabbing Resume |
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Monday, 10 November 2008 |
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Sometimes your resume can hurt you more than help you. In nowadays' job-search market, you are often competing against large numbers of candidates, and your resume has to be good enough to make it past the first screening. The first people to view your resume are often lower-level staff looking for... |
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Should You Use A Resume Writing Service? |
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Monday, 10 November 2008 |
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Been out of work for a while? A resume writing service can help smooth gaps on your resume. Looking to change careers? A resume writing service can help translate your current skills to another industry. Been out of the job market for an extended time? A resume writing service can make certain your... |
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Effective Resumes: An "Objective" Debate |
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Monday, 10 November 2008 |
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Are you for job objectives or against them? Most job seekers - and even career experts - have strong opinions. Those in favor say objectives are the simplest, quickest way to target a specific position. Those against charge that objectives waste valuable space and limit you to just one position... |
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How To Write A Resume That Gets Interviews |
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Monday, 10 November 2008 |
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A resume isn't a list of exaggerations. It's not a hodgepodge of cut and pasted job descriptions printed out on nice paper. Nor is it a forum to advertise that you're 6 feet 2 inches tall, single, a non-smoker and willing to relocate. Simply put, a resume is an advertisement that makes the reader... |
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How To Create And E-Mail A Plain Text Resume |
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Monday, 10 November 2008 |
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Unlike Microsoft Word and other word processors, plain text does not allow bold, italics or different fonts. While it may seem boring, this simplicity allows recruiters to view resumes the same way regardless of the software they use. If you don't already have a text editor (and most people with... |
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First Send A Resume, Then Follow Up |
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Monday, 10 November 2008 |
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You've found your dream job. You spot the job posting, craft a winning resume and e-mail it to the recruiter. Then the waiting game begins. After you've sent a resume, it's tempting to sit back and hope the recruiter will call. But - make no mistake - you SHOULD follow up. You just need to figure... |
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The Biggest Resume Mistake You Can Make |
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Monday, 10 November 2008 |
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Your resume is the most important document in any job search. But what if you're submitting resume after resume and receiving no results at all - not even a call? Your resume may be fatally flawed. How can a resume betray a job seeker? It's not just typos or poor formatting. "The biggest flaw for a... |
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