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You Might Need a Resume Writer If... By Robyn Feldberg- 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: 1337(1 vote) - Different Resumes For Different Job Descriptions - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2008 from Sarika PeriwalIt would be a mistake to assume that once you have your resume sample ready, it can be used for all purposes and for any occasion no matter what kind of job it is you are seeking or applying for. While ideally your sample resume should contain all the salient features of your accomplishments, ...
Views: 1231(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: 838(1 vote) - Sample Resumes - How To Use Them To Win An Interview - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Catherine JonesThere are thousands of sample resumes on the internet. Some are good, some are not so good. If you’re looking for resume samples to help you write your own CV or resume, look carefully. Here’s our advice: Look for sample resumes which relate directly to the field in which you ...
Views: 1791(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: 1012(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: 1052(1 vote) - How Long Will My Executive Job Hunt Take? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2008 from Laura Smith-ProulxThat's a great question... and one for which there is no "magic" answer. But if you're in the job hunt at this point, you might swear that the process seems to be taking longer than ever before. You probably already realize that the popularity of Internet job search means you're competing with ...
Views: 2293(1 vote) - The Visual Impact Of Your Resume - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2008 from Sarika PeriwalYour resume creates an impact in two chief ways: that of content and the visual impact. Your resume must therefore, score highly on both counts because in many situations that resume is the first impression of yourself that you create on a person, so you should make it count. You should avoid ...
Views: 1400(1 vote) - Resume Writing - Basic Dos And Don'ts - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2008 from Sarika PeriwalWhen you arrive for an interview for a job, one of the most important things to make an impression (apart from your turn out, comportment and confidence) is your Resume. There are certain things that one needs to keep in mind when drafting an ideal resume. Once you have your resume sample in ...
Views: 1170(1 vote) - Words That Sabotage Your Resume - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Alesia BenedictCreating a winning executive resume is a feat of strategy involving focus, wording, design, and content selection. To achieve a career marketing document that wins interviews, all areas of the strategy must be on-target and consciously used in the most effective manner. One of the most common ...
Views: 3832(2 votes) - How To Write A Resume Or CV - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Catherine JonesIt can be frustrating when looking for a job. To make things even harder, you must prepare an outstanding resume to catch the employer’s eye, so that you are chosen before the other list of applicants. The best way to get noticed by an employer is having a clear, concise, organized, and ...
Views: 1962(1 vote) - How To Write A Correct Actor’s Resume - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2008 from Angelo PaganJust as every other profession requires a resume, actors must have a great resume to be considered for acting jobs. The acting resume, just like a resume in corporate America, shows what experience and training you have, and gives an idea of the kinds of skills you possess. There is a standard ...
Views: 1822(1 vote) - Choosing a Resume Format - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Laura WhitelawThere are essentially 3 different resume formats: the chronological resume, the functional resume and the combination resume. Each has its advantages and disadvantages which this article will explain. Chronological Resume The chronological resume is the format that is most common and the one ...
Views: 1115(1 vote) - Resume Do's and Don'ts, Pt. 2 - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Greg FahertyResume Do's and Don'ts - Pt. 2 By Greg Faherty, CPRW In Resume Do's and Don’ts, Part I, I covered the technical aspects of writing resumes. In this section, I’m going review Content, including resume formats, what information is important, what should never be included, bullet ...
Views: 1777(1 vote) - Resume Do's and Don'ts - Pt. 1 - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2008 from Greg FahertyResume Do's and Don'ts - Pt. 1 By Greg Faherty, CPRW As a professional resume writer, I am frequently asked about what works, and what doesn’t, on resumes; in other words, what do hiring managers and recruiters look for when it comes to a resume. In parts I and II of this article, I ...
Views: 10224(2 votes) - First vs. Third Person Resumes - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2008 from Anne Follis“I swear, English teachers are the most annoying people on the planet!” proclaimed my college-bound son. “Don’t swear,” I admonished. “You must learn to eliminate unnecessary verbiage and make clean, declarative statements.” He rolled his eyes, muttered something unintelligible, and walked ...
Views: 24074(2 votes) - Australia Bound: I need a resume! - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2008 from Gayle HowardResumes in Australia have been transformed over the past few years. Not too long ago, dates of birth, marital status and interests took “pride of place” on page one, followed closely by education and the ubiquitous set of generic skills that the masses all claimed to possess. Was ...
Views: 1527(1 vote) - Three Things Your Resume Needs To Get Noticed - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Laura WhitelawWhen looking for a new job - most people know that the first step is to create a resume. Your resume should detail your employment history, your education and experience at the very least. But, there are some other elements to consider so that your resume will get noticed from among the hundreds ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - How to Make A Resume - Resume-Writing Tips To Attain Your Dream Job - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2008 from Michael LeeWould you like to make the best impression on your prospective employers concerning your competence and how you would be suited for the job you are applying for? Over and beyond the squeaky clean look, the impressive grades, and the equally stellar smile on your face, one thing that would help ...
Views: 861(1 vote) - How to Write a Cover Letter To Land Your Dream Job - by Submitted on May 26, 2008 from Michael LeeWhen it comes to job hunting, your cover letter may well spell the difference between clinching that job or being rejected. Just like making sure that your curriculum vitae is impressive enough for you to get that dream job, knowing how to write a cover letter is an asset you cannot leave off ...
Views: 1806(1 vote) - Breathe New Life Into Your Resume - by Submitted on May 22, 2008 from Roxanne RavenelImagine that you are an employer that has recently run a print or online job ad. You are short-handed, behind schedule, and now find yourself inundated with hundreds of resumes in response to a single job opening. Your first priority is to begin eliminating applicants. But, there is no way you ...
Views: 1501(1 vote) - Resume For Fresh Graduate - How To Craft An Impressive One? - by Submitted on May 20, 2008 from CK TanHow can you craft an impressive resume if you don't have any work experience? This is a problem that is shared by all job hunters who recently graduated from a training program in their field. Even if you don't have that much information to include, you can craft an impressive resume for fresh ...
Views: 3127(1 vote) - Resume Mistake - It May Be Costing You Employment - by Submitted on May 18, 2008 from CK TanEmployers know what they are looking for in a resume. If they see a resume mistake in any one of the resumes they are reviewing for a position, that resume will likely get filed in the "do not follow up" pile. If you want to be noticed, you need to make sure that your resume does not contain any ...
Views: 931(1 vote) - How To Write A Resume - Using Your Resume to Secure Your Dream Job - by Submitted on May 10, 2008 from Michael LeeMost of us have the misconception that our curriculum vitae or resume is just a simple document that lists our educational/work background and contact information. However, if you really want to land the job of your dreams, you must learn how to write a resume professionally. Contrary to what ...
Views: 818(1 vote) - Is it a Job or a Career? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Torski Dobson-ArnoldIt depends on who and how you ask it. Most people respond to the age old question of “So, where are you working now?” by saying “Ooh, I’ve got a job down at the sanitation department” or “I recently started a new job as a waitress at the local eatery”, ...
Views: 1413(1 vote) - It'll Look Good On Your Resume... - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Charlotte WeeksYou've probably heard that phrase a million times. All through high school and college, "it'll look good on your resume" was a bonus to volunteer work, involvement in a sport, or leadership in an organization. Surprisingly, some of these things that you thought could only help you get a job, ...
Views: 1963(1 vote) - Four Useful Lies About Writing - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from Vipul BhagtaMost writing “experts” favor a particular way of looking at plot, and will adhere to it for years or an entire career. That’s all well and good, but it’s important to realize that any way of modeling story is just that—a model, not the depths and living essence of story itself. Problems arise ...
Views: 895(1 vote) - Increase Freelance Sales With An Online Resume! - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from ani DhantaFreelancing is a competitive business, especially in today’s fast-paced, e-focused world. Often there are hundreds of writers competing for the same, limited number of assignments, and the writer who can best showcase his or her abilities is the one who lands the job. Freelancing is a ...
Views: 909(1 vote) - 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: 813(1 vote) - 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: 1109(1 vote) - 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: 1193(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: 1197(1 vote) - 15 Tips for Writing Winning Resumes - by The thought of writing a resume intimidates almost anyone. It's difficult to know where to start or what to include. It can seem like an insurmountable task. Here are 15 tips to help you not only tackle the task, but also write a winning resume.
Determine your job search objective prior to ...
Views: 1171(1 vote) - 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 ...
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