Many people think the resume is strictly a job search tool with the sole purpose of getting a candidate in the door for the job interview. But when I talk…
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I was a recruiter for 10 years before I became a full-time resume writer and career consultant. I worked primarily in the creative industry, placing freelance and full time talent…
I’ll be honest – the cover letter isn’t always read by hiring managers, and if you think about it, it makes sense why. The recruiter’s job is to quickly and…
As if job searching weren’t challenging enough, the growing popularity of the video interview adds a new layer of complexity for job seekers. Harvard Business Review reports that up to…
The resume is the cornerstone of your personal brand, and the first step in the job search process. Whether you are new to the job market, looking for a new…
So, what exactly is happening in the job market right now? Summer is typically a slow time for the job market and hiring in general, with candidates and hiring managers…
Writing a resume when you have little or no experience can be challenging – but it’s something every job seeker faces at some point in their careers. Whether you are…
Guest Post by Dawid Wiacek, CPCC There is a coach for everything these days, not just sports. Business coach. Relationship coach. Money coach. Happiness coach. Parenting coach. Crystal healing…
There are several different types of skills job seekers can highlight on a resume. The two most commonly talked about are "hard skills" (the functional skills necessary to thrive in...
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A solid resume is the foundation of a successful job search, but your ability to impress a potential employer during the interview will determine whether or not you move onto…
“What are your salary requirements?” This can be one of the most challenging questions in the job interview, and one that invokes a ton of anxiety for job seekers. On…
Having a gap in employment on your resume used to be a red flag to hiring managers. But in today’s job market, where we’re no strangers to freelance work, layoffs,…
Your cover letter can really increase your chances of scoring an interview by going beyond the resume to tell your story on a deeper level. As a resume is designed…
“Should I include my [freelance / pro-bono / academic / other outside experience] on my resume?” It’s a phrase I hear often when interviewing job seekers and career changers during…
Q: I was laid off during the pandemic. How do I reflect this on my resume and still appear attractive to employers? A: My partner likes to make a joke…
A: First and foremost, the answer to this question is highly personal and based on a number of factors, from your background and skill level, to your financial situation, and…