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- Part I: Resume Makeovers; Does Your Resume Have A Focus? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaThis will be a five part series in helpful tips on making over your resume. As I have stated in previous discussions everyone can create their own resume if they had the proper tools in which to do so. It takes time and in depth research on your part when it comes to writing down what your ...
Views: 889 - Part II: Resume Makeovers; I Should Hire You? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaThis is the second of a two-part series on making over your resume. If you read Part I, we talked about having a focus. Now, that you know how important that is let's talk about the next topic. I've said in the past that you have 8-10 seconds in grabbing the reader's attention. That's not a long ...
Views: 882 - Part III: Resume Makeovers; I Should Hire You? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaIt's time for Part III of resume make-overs. Hope you enjoyed reading the other two parts and began to redo your resume. That's what this is all about. By this time you should have created two or three short phrases about yourself that carry impact, the best of you, and put them at the top of ...
Views: 1136 - Pricing Services: 7 Facts to Consider When Pricing Career Services - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2017 from Maria HebdaPricing services is a challenge for many service based business owners because they don’t want to be too high or too low. The goal is to make sure you don’t short-change yourself. When it comes to pricing your career services, whether you’re a new or established career professional, consider ALL ...
Views: 1012 - Publishing an Ezine: Why bother? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaHere are the Top 5 reasons that I suggest you publish an ezine: 1. Staying in touch with your clients and prospective clients shows them you care about cultivating a relationship with them and that you have their interests at heart. 2. An ezine is a simple and straightforward way to ...
Views: 662 - Reducing Your Resume Age - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaConsider this scenario; after 20 years of loyalty to his employer, Ken’s position has just been eliminated due to a company merger. He suddenly finds himself unemployed at the age of 58. As he begins to search for his outdated resume typed in 1987, he worries about what the future will hold in a ...
Views: 1190 - Resume Strategies: How to Entice Employers - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaProfessional achievements and skills are two elements that must be included when developing your resume. Without them, you will only have a boring list of companies and job duties that you performed. This lack of strategy will not entice a potential employer to read your resume; not in this job ...
Views: 1112 - Resume Template = Generic Resume/Generic Candidate - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2015 from Maria HebdaAnyone expecting to see great results from using a generic resume for their job search is setting themselves up for a big disappointment. Employers, recruiters, hiring managers, and HR personnel are not seeking "general" candidates to come in for interviews, they are looking for candidates ...
Views: 1540 - Resume Value Message – It’s “Make or Break” - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2013 from Maria HebdaIf you’re deciding what movie to rent or what to have for lunch, the possible down-side of a poor choice probably doesn’t amount to much. On the other hand, when your job search or career success is at stake, choices become much more critical. In terms of your resume, that means you must ...
Views: 1915 - Set S.M.A.R.T. Resume Goals & Get Your Dream Job - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaLocating and securing a job is a job in itself. In fact, many people dread the employment search process because it is often very tedious, grueling, time consuming and unrewarding. We are frequently mistreated, misunderstood and misrepresented. The up side to this dilemma is we can eliminate ...
Views: 1609 - Seven Strategies for Reducing Stress During a Job Search - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaJob loss ranks high on the list of most stressful situations. Many report going through a grieving process, similar to the stages people go through after the death of a loved one. Shock, denial, anger, and depression are all common reactions to the loss of a job. These emotions are important and ...
Views: 750 - Show Me the Money! - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaDo you want to negotiate a salary increase this year but are unsure of how you would justify it? Here are some strategies you can implement now to build a strong case for the raise you want in the future. Document Your Accomplishments Throughout the Year Keep track of all the projects you ...
Views: 748 - So What's Your Story? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaSome people are natural storytellers. They describe events and circumstances in a way that captures attention, compels interest, and engages listeners. Storytellers are a direct contrast with those who use language solely for targeted and factual communications. In interviews and professional ...
Views: 1064 - So Why Do I Need A Resume Anyway? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaI must say there has been a lot of talk about resumes this year. It's one of the most talked about topic next to social media and networking. But why is there so much talk about 2 pieces of paper? And, why is having a resume so important? I can think of a reason why having a resume is so ...
Views: 1017 - Stand Out – Follow Up - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2013 from Maria HebdaWhether you are applying for posted positions, connecting with recruiters, or networking to build a business, a critical component is often overlooked — follow up. What can you do to turn the business cards you have diligently collected into opportunities? Here are few tips: Add value within ...
Views: 1116 - Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone = Business Success - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2015 from Maria HebdaAs an introvert and shy person, stepping out of my comfort zone is a challenge for me. However, as a business owner I know I have to overcome this challenge if I want to expand my reach and grow my business. Although not easy, I'm doing it. :) Stepping out of your comfort zone allows you to ...
Views: 1267 - Stop Keeping Your Business a Secret! - by Submitted on May 01, 2018 from Maria HebdaDemonstrate your value and get on the radar of potential clients. Your business shouldn't be a secret. It's time to STOP hiding! If you don't let people know your exist, who will? Getting yourself out there and being seen and heard by your target audience is how you reveal your industry ...
Views: 986 - Technical Careers: It's Not Just a Paycheck - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaEven in the toughest of job markets, it's important to keep your values in sight. Certainly money matters, but we all want to work for more than just a paycheck. We need to be able to articulate what matters to us and what gives us satisfaction, whether it's in solving complex problems, ...
Views: 1134 - The Career Pivot - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaChange is constant, prevalent, inevitable. We experience it in the weather as temperatures vary, in the seasons as spring cycles to winter, and within ourselves as we accumulate experiences. For most of us, these changes or transitions are characteristically familiar. Similarly, we embrace ...
Views: 1650 - The Perils of Online Posting - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaI was captivated by a CNN interview with an unemployed father named Eric Bell. Mr. Bell was laid off and immediately took the shotgun approach to job hunting that I passionately argue against. As a mid-level manager with a solid employment history, Eric figured he'd simply post his resume ...
Views: 1123 - Thriving in Trying Times - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaIn this difficult economy, it can be far too easy to focus on the economic pain that has undeniably affected everyone. Many people are unemployed. Households are stretched financially. Discouraged job seekers struggle to maintain their self-esteem. Even people who are employed fear for their ...
Views: 780 - To Be or Not to Be an Interim Executive? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaInterim Executive... Many companies are using Interim Executives. To quote Karen Klein of businessweek.com: "Unlike consultants, Interim Executives work within a company, filling a position that has gone vacant due to an employee leaving, dying, or being dismissed. They can fulfill as many as ...
Views: 985 - Top 3 Mistakes When Starting a Resume Business - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Maria HebdaMaking the decision to go into business for yourself can be very exciting and scary at the same time (at least this was how it was for me way back when). The dream of becoming my own boss, setting my own hours, and not having anyone tell me what to do is what sold me on the idea. However, ...
Views: 1184 - Top Mistakes Career Service Businesses Make - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2017 from Maria HebdaThe career service industry covers a lot of ground from career coaching in various areas to writing career documents (i.e., resumes, cover letters, etc.), to positioning your clients in the right light on social media via LinkedIn profiles and online networking. Social media plays a huge role ...
Views: 1059 - Top Reasons Why You Are NOT Getting Client Leads - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaHearing "I have client leads for you" is no doubt music to the ears of any business owner! Next, is "how can I work with you?" Getting referrals is another excellent way to get client leads and it happens--why? Because someone did some marketing for you. For example, in the "careers" industry ...
Views: 1001 - Top Secrets of Expert Resumes - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaIt seems no matter how good we have it, we all want a better job. That means keeping track of job listings, networking, tracking down leads, analyzing potential employers and scheduling interviews. But these depend on other people, word of mouth, and the quality and quantity of job postings ...
Views: 1227 - Top Secrets of The Expert Job Search - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaEvery day I talk with top professionals and executives looking for a better job. But deep down, they know they want more than a job - they want more fulfillment. They need to see a greater value and satisfaction in the 40-50 hours of brainpower and expertise they put forth every week. They ...
Views: 806 - Top Ten Excuses Why People Don't Network - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaI don't want to ask for a favor. Many people think that when you network you are asking someone for a job. But this is not the goal of networking. When you network, you never ask for a job. You ask for information about an industry, company, or position. Fear of rejection. Many people fear ...
Views: 1050 - Ultimate Cheat Sheet on Your Inner Game - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2015 from Maria HebdaYou’ve been running your business for a few years now and you know you do a great job at meeting the needs of your clients whether it’s career coaching or resume writing, possibly both. Your clients tell you so. Perhaps you’ve been thinking about raising your prices, adding more to your ...
Views: 1199 - Use Your Resume to Create a LinkedIn Profile - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaWhen I’m working with a new client and take a look at his/her LinkedIn profile (if the individual has one), I often see either a bare-bones profile or one that is clearly a verbatim online version of the client’s existing resume. Since he/she is usually coming to me for resume help, that’s a ...
Views: 1188 - Value-Added vs. Job Description Resumes - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaPut yourself in the place of the busy manager who has to read a stack of job description resumes. Your reaction might range from falling asleep to tearing out your hair-or wanting to! Why is that? Because job description resumes are BORING and do absolutely nothing to distinguish you from the ...
Views: 1152 - Watch Out for That Resume “Black Hole” Trap! - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaIf your resume looks as if it could have come from 20 years ago or it just hasn’t been put together carefully–with good attention to what your targeted employers are probably looking for–it most likely will end up in the resume “black hole” trap. The same goes for submitting it to employers ...
Views: 1190 - What Free Stuff Does for Your Business - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2015 from Maria HebdaI haven’t met anyone who doesn’t like free stuff. Offering something for nothing does have its benefits. As a small business owner, are you taking advantage of this opportunity? I’m not saying give away all that you know but rather just a free “taste” of your expertise. How you give it away ...
Views: 1155 - What Is Career Coaching About Anyway? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2018 from Maria HebdaThere are still many people who don't really have a clear understanding of what career coaching is or how to go about choosing a career coach. Let's just say it's not uncommon for me to get emails, social media messages, or phone calls asking me about one or the other. So... What is career ...
Views: 843 - Why the Resume is an Endangered Species - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaAs a professional resume writer, I don't like to admit this, but the resume is going the way of gray suit, the fax machine, and the generous pension plan. No, the resume isn't in danger of immediate extinction. But it is certainly endangered. Resumes are a relic of a traditional employment ...
Views: 1045 - Why You Need a Personal Brand - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaWhat do the most successful people over 50 have in common? They know and express who they are. They have honed and communicated their professional identity and made others aware of their personal attributes - their expertise, talents, and deepest commitments. In other words, these people have ...
Views: 1139 - Why You Need Competitors - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2017 from Maria HebdaWhen it comes to your business, do you worry about competitors? If you do, what’s behind the worry? There are more than enough people in the world to serve so running out of clients or customers shouldn’t be something to spend your time worrying about. Rather than viewing competitors as ...
Views: 1076 - Will a Generic Resume Get Results? - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaMany job seekers ask professional resume writers to develop a generic resume that can be used for several targets. Sometimes the client is not even sure what those targets will be but wants a document that will work for any position he or she decides to apply for. This is a huge mistake! It ...
Views: 1481 - Worst Habit That TAKES Away from Your Business - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2016 from Maria HebdaOne of the worst habits to have as a solopreneur is letting your inbox take control. As solopreneurs, it’s very easy to become a work-a-holic, not feeling your work is ever done and giving a great deal of time to your email can only add to your stress level without even realizing ...
Views: 1130 - Writing Resumes for C-level Tech Executives - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaThe department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) just released employment numbers that revealed a monthly net gain of 4,400 IT-related jobs, a sixth straight net jobs gain in IT labor segments. On the surface, this sounds like incredible news - the job outlook for IT is improving ...
Views: 1169 - You Got to Give to Attract Clients (Give more WITHOUT emptying your wallet!) - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2017 from Maria HebdaYou Got to Give to Get: What do potential clients really “hear” when you communicate with them whether it is online, offline, in person, or on the phone? What message do they take away from your website, service offerings, products, or your “get acquainted” phone consultation? Being in ...
Views: 1114 - Your Cover Letter's Magic - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaWhat magic is involved in preparing a cover letter? The cover letter - sometimes known as an application letter for employment - literally covers, or is placed first, over your presented or mailed resume. Usually read first, it is intended to encourage a potential employer to read over your ...
Views: 1285 - Your Resilient Career: Learn How to Bounce Back More Quickly - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2013 from Maria HebdaHow Resilient Are You? “Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” ~Confucius Have you noticed that some people seem to recover from setbacks more quickly than others? Have you wondered what their secret is? Bouncing back is an increasingly important ...
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