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- Tips For Writing College Student Resumes And Cover Letters - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2008 from Heather EagarIf you are a college student, you may not yet be accustomed to writing resumes and cover letters. However, the time will soon come where you’ll need to learn in order to secure an on- or off-campus job, internship, or job after graduating. You’ll be happy to know that the process is ...
Views: 828(1 vote) - Cover Letter And Resume Writing Tips For If You’ve been Fired - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2008 from Heather EagarBeing fired from your job can be extremely difficult. You not only have to think about how you will put meals on the table and pay your bills, but also how your pride and belief in yourself as an employee has been affected. No matter the reason you were let go, it can be more than a notion ...
Views: 1317(1 vote) - Three Common Resume Questions Answered - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2008 from Heather EagarHow many times have you found yourself in the midst of writing your resume when you realized that there were some questions you simply had to have answered before you could move forward? Everyone has probably been in this predicament at least once during a resume-writing experience. Of course, ...
Views: 822(1 vote) - Resume Builders And Other Writing Software - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2008 from Heather EagarWriting a resume can be a tedious task. There’s so much information to include and organize (employment history, skills, education, career highlights, awards, etc.) that the process can easily overwhelm you if you let it. Luckily, there are now tons of resources available that make ...
Views: 994(1 vote) - Executive Resume Writing: Get the Top-Level Job You Deserve - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2008 from Heather EagarSecuring a top-level job (executive, senior manager or senior professional) may seem like an impossible task, especially if this is your first time applying for one. But if you feel that you’re ready to take that next step in your career, you can certainly get the job you want – ...
Views: 1031(1 vote) - Writing Resumes For Federal Jobs - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2008 from Heather EagarSo you’re looking to land your first Federal job and are just about to start working on your resume. Stop right there. Before you put pen to paper (or fingers to keys), you should know that applying for Federal employment is different than the private sector. Federal guidelines require ...
Views: 768 - Creating Your Cover Letter When Feeling Overqualified - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2008 from Heather EagarAre you highly skilled in your profession, yet seeking a job that for which you are probably overqualified? It is never bad to come into a position already encompassing a boatload of skills. However, some employers are intimidated by applicants who they feel are overqualified, which means you ...
Views: 729 - Creating Resumes For Contract And Temporary Positions - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2008 from Heather EagarLooking to apply for a new contract or temporary position but are unsure of how to create the right resume? You’ll be happy to know that writing resumes for these types of positions is not as difficult as you think. The major difference between resumes for temporary or contract work and ...
Views: 594 - Resume Tips For Career Fairs And Online Job Banks - by Submitted on May 02, 2008 from Heather EagarIf you’re all set to attend a career fair – or are looking to post your resume on an online job bank – and are concerned about how to create a resume for companies you have yet to meet, you are not alone. Fortunately, there are ways to create great resumes capable of catching ...
Views: 516 - Your Resume's Design - How Important Is It? - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2008 from Heather EagarThe thought of writing a resume can be intimidating to say the least. There is so much to consider that the process can easily leave you too exhausted to continue – even before you start. What’s worse is if you have no idea how to create the design – or even how important the ...
Views: 570 - IT Resume Services - Your Ticket To High-Tech Success - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Heather EagarIf you are an IT professional and are looking for a job, then you have lots of competition. That means you can’t leave your job search to chance. You need a professional resume – one written by an IT resume services company. When you work with IT resume services, you’ll get ...
Views: 543 - Grinning Through The Pain Of Your Job Search - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2008 from Heather EagarSometimes no matter how much you try you can’t - and don’t want to – make your current job work for you. Maybe it’s too many demands coming from too many places; maybe it’s the lack of systems that is driving you crazy. Whatever it is, you’re at your breaking ...
Views: 674 - The Cubicle Isn't Always Bigger On The Other Side - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2007 from Heather EagarPatience. It’s a difficult trait to possess when you’re in the middle of a job search. This is especially true when you’re miserable in your current job. You think any job would be better than the one you’re in now. Caution: Tread carefully; you don’t want to make ...
Views: 884 - It's Time For The Holidays...And Writing Your Resume? - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2007 from Heather EagarIt’s already Holiday time and you’re sitting there wondering where the year went, right? Perhaps you’re looking at what you’ve accomplished over the last 12 months and where to set your sites on for next year. Part of your big plan could be to get a new job. If ...
Views: 802(1 vote) - Is Your Cover Letter Fast Food Or Five Star? - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2007 from Heather EagarIf you’ve been job hunting for some time now, you probably have come to the realization that it’s a jungle out there. It’s a jungle with lots of job seekers vying for the exact positions that you are seeking. You have the experience, education and achievements that warrant an ...
Views: 1015 - For Your Resume Success, Think Like A Professional Writer - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2007 from Heather EagarIt’s depressing, isn’t it? You sit there looking at your resume that isn’t getting the results sitting in your portfolio just waiting for interviews. But it’s just not happening for you. Why is that? Why can’t you get interviews? Stop the madness! Make sure your ...
Views: 1092(1 vote) - Take A Side Job For The Sake Of Your Career - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2007 from Heather EagarWhen was the last time you looked at your life and said, “How in the world did I get here?” A month ago? Last week? This morning? Sometimes you can wonder that in a good way as if you’ve had a great fortune in love, life and work. Other times, it’s not thought of in such ...
Views: 610 - Cover Letter Mistake #3: Call Me Because I Won't Call You - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2007 from Heather EagarThe last paragraph of your cover letter can be very powerful. How you end it could leave a lasting impression with the employer – good or bad. So before you sign off using your typical, “Please call me at your earliest convenience to set up an interview” kind of mumbo-jumbo, ...
Views: 887 - Cover Letter Mistake #2: Who Are You and Why Should I Interview You? - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2007 from Heather EagarHave you ever been reading some piece of literature and as you’re reading you realize you have no idea what the point of the whole piece actually is? It’s very annoying and you’re likely not to read another word because you feel like you’ve already wasted your time. Have ...
Views: 558 - Signs Your Resume Has Gone Bad - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2007 from Heather EagarIf you’ve ever been in the position to review resumes and cover letters, then you know there are some funky ones out there. But what really makes a resume a bad resume? It goes on and on and on… Resumes, as a rule, should not be longer than two pages. Yes, there are exceptions but ...
Views: 567 - What Makes Your Job Search Go 'Round - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2007 from Heather EagarIt’s no secret: your job search can be a drag. And it can be very draining on your psyche. Maybe if we go in-depth to see what really is all involved in a job search and what it entails, it’ll help you gain perspective. The Mental Preparation Yep, you have to be in the right frame ...
Views: 541 - Moms Going Back to Work for Financial Security - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2007 from Heather EagarThere has been a ton of discussion lately about stay-at-home moms sacrificing their financial health for the sake of raising their children. Whether you agree or disagree with this statement, there are a lot of moms returning to the workforce to make an extra buck and keep their foot in the ...
Views: 868 - The ABCs of Effective Resume Writing: Part 4 - Make Your Achievements 'Pop' - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2007 from Heather EagarNow that you know the right format for your resume and you have written out all your achievements and responsibilities, it’s time to really showcase those accomplishments. But what is the best way to do that? Bullets are your friend I’m a big advocate of using bullets effectively ...
Views: 1179(1 vote) - The ABCs of Effective Resume Writing: Part 2 - Flush Out Your Achievements - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2007 from Heather EagarFiguring out what you’ve actually accomplished in your career is one of the most difficult parts of writing your resume. Many people believe they haven’t done much of anything; just every day tasks that don’t amount to anything. Think again. I am willing to say virtually ...
Views: 1183(1 vote) - Are You A Job Search Procrastinator? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2007 from Heather EagarYou’ve been in a dead-end job for months, or even years now, yet you can’t seem to gather up the courage to look for a new job. Or your company announced there will be a series of layoffs coming this year and you don’t know if you’re going to be affected. Is that enough to make you start job ...
Views: 932 - Standing Out from the Crowd at Career Fairs - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2006 from Heather EagarIt can be intimidating walking into a career fair…all of those employers waiting for YOU to come and meet them. However, if you’re armed with the knowledge and confidence that you need, this could be the beginning of a new – or – better career. Do Your Research Treat the career fair as a bunch ...
Views: 653 - Stuck in a Job Search Rut? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2006 from Heather EagarIt happens. You get all pumped up to look for a new job, get your resume and cover letter all spruced up and then…nothing. How do you put the excitement back in your job search? Remember Why You’re Job Hunting It’s easy to forget why you felt it was important to look for a job in the first ...
Views: 865 - Writing Your Cover Letter – You Really Can Do It - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from Heather EagarThe dreaded cover letter. This is where you, the job candidate, have to convey all this important information as to why you’re the perfect person for the job. It shouldn’t be that difficult, right? For multiple reasons, however, it makes some job seekers procrastinate applying for jobs. Do you ...
Views: 837 - Get the Results You Want By Using an Executive Summary on Your Resume - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2006 from Heather EagarIn the not-so-distant past, the resume objective section was widely used. The resume objective, simply put, is a 2-3 line statement summarizing the goals you have set for yourself and the position you seek. Many experts in the field feel that a section on resume objectives may be omitted. They ...
Views: 940 - Five Sure-Fire Tips For Writing A Winning Resume - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Heather EagarResume writing can be a real task for anyone, even if you have several years of experience in your job. Resume writing is in part an art, but mainly it is a science that plays upon the psyche of the reader. Leaving your resume written unscientifically will jeopardize your job prospects. There ...
Views: 1156(1 vote) - Be Prepared for Any Interview Question - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2006 from Heather EagarThings can go really against you despite your thorough preparation for just a couple of ‘types’ of interview questions. However, it is possible to ignore or forget the other types of possible interview questions. This brings us to different ‘types’ of interview questions, along with traditional ...
Views: 842 - You Aren’t Single Dimensional – So Why Is Your Resume? - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2006 from Heather EagarChoosing a resume style is as difficult or easy as choosing the most suitable dress or suit for that all-important interview. It is all too simplistic to say that a one ‘jacket fits all’ strategy will work for everyone when deciding what resume style to use – still, most job seekers take this ...
Views: 941 - You’re Ready for a Career Change…Is Your Resume? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2005 from Heather EagarYou finally did it. You made the decision to leave a career that makes you dread every Monday morning and pursue one that you feel is your true calling. Congratulations! Making the decision was the hard part, right? Unfortunately, no. You’ve convinced yourself that this is the right move…how do ...
Views: 830(1 vote) - Searching for Employment - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2005 from Heather EagarSearching for a job can be a daunting and confusing task for anyone, whether he or she is just entering the job market, looking for a better job or find him or herself without a job after several years with one employer. A job search can be successful when the person looking for a job knows ...
Views: 793 - Writing An Accomplishment Driven Résumé - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2003 from Heather EagarIn the midst of hundreds, if not thousands, of résumés recruiters and employers receive for any given position, your résumé needs to stand out from the crowd. You must make the Hiring Manager want to read your résumé more thoroughly than just the rudimentary 10-20 seconds the vast majority of ...
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