The latest ManPower research shows a few things about the US economy and why there are underemployed people and jobs that don’t have skilled potential candidates. Part of the data is focused on the concept of teachable skills. Workers that are trying to find employment or moving into new … [Read more...]
That resume writing template won’t get you a job
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Surfing the web for the latest and greatest resume writing template is a dangerous strategy. Anyone who thinks that something for free, like a free resume template or free resume builder will give you an impactful resume is probably wrong. If you have written a solid resume in the past and have … [Read more...]
Why your resume format could be completely wrong
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No one wants to believe that their résumé format is wrong. The reality is that you may not want to take the time to dust off your résumé and consider changing the format, but you may not get the job you want if you don't. So here are some ways to determine if it’s time for a change. Why are … [Read more...]
Can a video resume help finding a career?
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Technology continues to advance career search and morph the ways that job seekers present themselves to prospective employers. People who need help finding a career may believe that using every form of technology will increase the odds of employers hiring them. This may or may not be true, and … [Read more...]
Using cover letter examples can send your resume to the trash
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If you are using cover letter examples to make an impact to an employer, you need to be very careful. In school you may have asked a friend for ideas on how to write a paper or answer a question on a test. Maybe their recommendation was great and you were able to use it as a launch pad for your … [Read more...]
Where can I find a resume guide for my industry?
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You’re on the right track if you are looking for a resume guide that is made specifically for your industry. An easy way to waste time when building your resume is to follow the guidelines for a generic resume or for the wrong industry. Resume guides aren’t difficult to find, but a credible and … [Read more...]
Five quick things to update your resume
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Why wait until you find out about a great job opportunity to update your resume? Proactive workers who continue to build a resume even when there isn’t a job they want to apply to will be less stressed when one shows up on their computer. For those of you who haven’t taken the time to update … [Read more...]
Tips to find a good professional resume writer
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OK, so you have made the commitment to hire a professional resume writer, there are a few key qualities you want to look for in a website, advertisement, or professional. A qualified, professional resume writer is going to cost you more than $50 and probably more than $100, so be prepared. Don’t … [Read more...]
Why is it so stressful to build a resume?
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It’s the document that’s most important and lasting throughout your professional life. Whether you are a Gen X’er or Baby Boomer who has avoided updating your resume for years and years, or you’re a Gen Y’er creating one for the first time, it can be challenging to build a resume. … [Read more...]
Free resume help online will give you a migraine
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Searching the internet for hours on end to find the perfect source for free resume help is a waste of time. Even the most specific searches will end up with thousands of options. There are resume templates, resume samples, resume examples, and the list goes on. Job hunters will get what they … [Read more...]
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