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…
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…
Q: How do I address being laid off in a resume, cover letter, or an interview? Like many people this past year, I was let go unexpectedly from my company….
In some cases, it makes sense to create a more generalized resume than one pointed towards a specific job title. This comes up when you need to position yourself effectively…
In a digitally-driven job market, having answers and information at the click of a button has become a standard. Unfortunately, that’s not quite how it works when it comes to…
The decision to hire a professional resume writer presents a multitude of benefits versus writing your own resume. For one, it’s incredibly time-consuming. It is helpful to offload the task…
Q: I have a varied background and am targeting multiple areas in my job search. Should I go more general or targeted in my resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn for my…
For many women (and men) I work with, addressing parental leave or other similar gaps in a resume and cover letter can be a big challenge, particularly for those who…
Hiring a full-time employee for my Los Angeles office has been an eye-opening experience, as both a hiring manager and a career consultant. Granted, I have hired for hundreds of…
As a resume writer and recruiter, I have spent countless hours interviewing top talent. A commonly cited challenge by candidates of all levels and backgrounds is how to identify and…
Changing jobs and moving up in one’s career can often go hand-in-hand with the consideration of relocation. Particularly if you’re in a specialized field where the job opportunities are narrow,…
It’s the ongoing job seeker’s dilemma: how to stand out in your job search and not get lost in the virtual pile of applications. The average number of applicants for…
One of the biggest skills people are often lacking is also one of the ones we take most for granted: Good Communication. Because everyone is a “Strong Communicator” and has…