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You Might Need a Resume Writer If... By Robyn Feldberg- 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 As he begins to search for his outdated resume typed in 1987, he worries about what the future will hold in a ...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 - With covering letter services enhance your resume - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2012 from Jon-Paul BrettStarting with a few proof readers the industry has matured fully with dedicated consultancies. Some have said that it is the declining standards of English in schools while others have referenced the increasing competitive jobs market. In truth it is probably a combination of these two with a ...
Views: 973 - Resume Revolution - What's the real hype? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Abby LockeChanges, changes, changes. Just when you get used to a new resume format, a new resume strategy or a new resume concept, poof - more changes show up. So what significant changes have occurred in the past five years that now make your executive resume look outdated today? Are companies really ...
Views: 1249 - Mistakes to Avoid in Cover Letter - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Ana RoseCover letters are as important and necessary as resumes when it comes to job application. Resumes are just the summary of your achievements and experiences gained in different jobs, projects or as interns. Cover letter is a supporting document that mentions few personal incidents or things to ...
Views: 2250 - Resume Examples: For perfect and Professional Resumes - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from A ResumeWhen one starts looking for a job, the very first thing that comes to the mind is a resume. Resume is not only a document but it defines you and is the first important key that ensures that your prospective employer takes interest in you. Therefore, resume should be crafted with utter care and ...
Views: 814 - Writing Your Resume; Use the “So What?” Method - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Don GoodmanYour resume has to tell potential employers what you can do for them. Yet people still fall into the trap of writing sentences that describe their job duties instead of their skills. A simple way to avoid this is to use the “so what” method of writing a resume. The “so what” method makes you ...
Views: 1319 - The Importance of a Covering Letter - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Nidhi ShrivastavaThe importance of a covering letter is all too often overlooked. It not only gives an insight into you as a person, it highlights any research you have undertaken about your potential employer and, crucially, how you will benefit that employer. There are many important messages to get across ...
Views: 854 - Resume Template for College Student without Work Experience - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2012 from Sandy DsouzaFinding a job becomes as difficult as one can imagine when you do not have experience. Employers need trained people who are aware of what to do, how to do it, and are aware of professional working culture. In this scenario it becomes difficult to make a resume which will fetch you a good job. ...
Views: 1712 - What can be the Best Length for Your Resume - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from Evon BarryResume is a vital tool in your job search. However, while discussing the importance of a resume, we have to give equal importance to every element associated with it. Not too long ago, a one-page resume was considered as an ideal resume. People rarely dared to break this unwritten rule and those ...
Views: 970(1 vote) - Do You Need a Professional Resume Writer for High-Paying Jobs? - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from Smith JoeIt is no secret that finding meaningful and well-paying employment is more challenging now than ever before. This is where a Professional Resume can make a huge difference in whether a person gets the job he wants or does not. Professional resumes show potential employers that you care enough to ...
Views: 873 - Job Search Techniques: Managing Your References - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Don GoodmanWould you walk into an interview blindsided – not knowing what the employer does or what’s involved in the role you are applying for? For those who want to succeed and be effective in an interview the answer is “No.” You should always go into an interview prepared with key messages in mind to ...
Views: 1214 - 5 Biggest Cover Letter Mistakes - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Don GoodmanJust as important a resume is to helping a job seeker secure opportunities, so is the cover letter. A cover letter helps you hone in on important messages – to create a “conversation” – and gives the employer a sense of your personality that is not always captured through a resume alone. Yes, ...
Views: 1378(2 votes) - How to make a resume with online resume builder. - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2012 from Sanath kumarAs Before many people gets in trouble when they hear a sentence of create your resume. By hearing this sentence they gets confuse about what contents to be included, & what format should be used while creating a resume. If you are clear with those things then you can easily create your resume. ...
Views: 1227 - Should You Include a Headshot With Your Resume? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2012 from Ken SundheimIf you spend any time at all reading opinions on job search and hiring, you'll often see "never send a picture along with your resume" treated as a hard and fast rule. Among the many resumes my firm receives, occasionally some are paired with pictures. We've seen everything from ...
Views: 4523(2 votes) - How to Write Job Winning Attorney Resume - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2012 from Ana RoseA lot depends on the attorney resume when it comes to getting employment and good clients, be it in courts or in law firms. More than the actual credentials it is the word of mouth that speaks for the attorney, but nevertheless the importance of resume cannot be overlooked. As we all know, the ...
Views: 1160 - The Amazing Resume Creator Evaluations - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Shira MaynardWould you like to generate a skilled protect letter and resume with no having to commit too much time and effort undertaking it? Receiving this done appropriate will considerably increase your probabilities of finding a employment job interview since it can be the very first impression you ...
Views: 877 - Resume Writing: Your Opening - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Don GoodmanEvery week I see hundreds of resumes sent to me for a free evaluation. Most of them start with an Objective indicating what that individual is seeking. Then they list the various roles and responsibilities they have held in the past. Where this style of resume was successful 5 years ago, it ...
Views: 1422 - Advantages of Drafting Chief Telephone Operator Resume - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Joseph MagdaleneOnce you learn about an interesting job opening your immediate though would be to apply for the particular job post. The most essential document you require to apply for a job would be a resume. To apply for the post of chief telephone operator, you need relevant work experience in the ...
Views: 1765 - The Importance of a CV - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Nidhi ShrivastavaYour CV is your chance to show an employer you've got the skills and experience they need, and that you're the right person for the job. CV (curriculum vitae) derives directly from the Latin and means ‘the course of one’s life’. It’s your story. At its simplest, it’s a list of facts about you ...
Views: 852 - Death of an Objective, Birth of a Headline - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2012 from Maria HebdaJust a short time ago, it was customary for your resume to have a line towards the top that read something like: "OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position in customer service in which I can utilize my skills at an organization that facilitates innovation and growth". Times have changed since then, and ...
Views: 1324 - Writing a Resume: First Important Step - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from Don GoodmanWriting a resume is more than just articulating your skills and accomplishments. Perhaps the most important part of the resume writing process is to start by defining your brand or positioning statement often called the “elevator pitch”. (An “elevator pitch” is what you would say to Bill Gates ...
Views: 1303 - How to Follow Up after a Poor Interview - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Don GoodmanNo one ever said finding a job is easy. It can be a lengthy process and include several rounds of interviews before you land an offer that is right for you. The good thing is that if you are receiving positive responses and getting interview opportunities, your resume is doing its job – reeling ...
Views: 1386(1 vote) - Resume Mistakes Job Seekers Make - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Linda MatiasAny job seeker who has tried writing a resume knows resume writing is much more complex than it actually looks. There is an art to designing a resume and when job seekers get it right, they increase their chances of gaining of interviews. Let’s take a look at resume mistakes the majority of ...
Views: 1143 - Telecommunication Specialist Resume Tips and Guidelines - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Joseph MagdaleneToday, no distance is longer due to the revolution in the telecommunications technology. It has helped people and businesses tremendously. On one hand, it has made possible to speak to your distant relatives or friends in a matter of seconds, and on the other, it has improved the standard of ...
Views: 3172(1 vote) - Network Engineer Resume Objectives - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Jennifer ParkerNetwork engineer position in an IT company is associated with the technical work. They are responsible for maintaining the computer network and troubleshooting the problems arising in this network. These engineers are required in all the companies where there is requirement of large computer set ...
Views: 7758(1 vote) - Writing a Resume: 4 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Write Your Own - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Don GoodmanWhile the Internet is a great resource to find templates of resumes and to view other individual examples, it does not necessary help you create an effective resume for yourself. Reviewing these examples help you determine what structure and order is best to use with your own resume, but it will ...
Views: 1453 - CV or Resume? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Mike KelleyDeciding whether to use a CV or resume is a difficult task to accomplish. Though both styles of application seem the same, their usage differs largely in various parts of the world. In The United Kingdom, New Zealand, and Ireland, individuals use a CV when applying for any kind of job. In the ...
Views: 897 - Resume Writing Tip: 5 Ways to Protect Your Contact Information - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Don GoodmanAn electronic resume is what most of us rely on today to initiate communication with a potential employer. It may be in the form of a Word document, PDF file, on your website, on job board websites or pasted into the email you send. Once your information is available in electronic form, it is ...
Views: 1118 - Top Resume Writing Skills for Attorney Resume - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Ana RoseWorking as a professional lawyer, you will have to handle number of responsibilities. For this, you must possess a lot of experience, excellent soft skills and other job related skills. You must be familiar with the legal documentation, development and delivery of the factual information. When ...
Views: 2591 - Accelerate Your Job Hunting Success by Eliminating These 3 Common Mistakes - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2012 from Shanshera QuinnMany people feel that in the current economy, landing a job or securing a promotion is a very difficult, grueling and exhausting task. Some would even say it is nearly impossible. This may be the story for some but it certainly doesn't have to be your story. You just have to change the way you ...
Views: 1091 - Cover Letter to Make Your Job Hunt Simpler and Easier - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Dianna JoyCover letter is drafted to introduce a job aspirant to the employer. It is used as a medium through which an aspirant can communicate with the prospective employer. Another purpose of drafting cover letter is that it makes your job hunt easier. By following few basic guidelines, you can draft a ...
Views: 1143 - How and Why to Be an Employer Focused Candidate - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2012 from Krista MitchellWith so many candidates in the applicant pool in the sluggish economy, employers have the pick of the litter. Therefore, you have to work extra hard to impress and prove that they need you. Frankly, they don’t care whether you are seeking a “growing company” or “opportunity for advancement”. ...
Views: 1302 - Information on Sample Accountant Resume - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from Evon BarryAccountant profession has a challenging career and for the same reason, many students have the desire to take up accounting as a career. A few personal and professional traits are required for this profession, such as excellent accounting knowledge, analytical and mathematical skills, record ...
Views: 1596(1 vote) - All about Writing a Cover Letter - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2012 from Ana RoseCover letter is required for most of the jobs these days and you need to send it along with your job application when you apply for any job. It is the promotional document to promote you. It is a short document, generally a single page that will discuss all your job specific skills and ...
Views: 990 - Tips on Writing Professional Summary for your Resume - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2012 from Sandy DsouzaThe professional summary in your resume will give the synopsis of your career to the hiring managers. It will provide the list of your major accomplishments, job related skills and specialized traits. While writing the resume, you can use the summary of your qualifications at the beginning. This ...
Views: 2861 - Flight Attendant Interview Questions and Answers - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2012 from Charles BergerOne of the top careers that men and women would love to get these days is flight attendant career. A lot of young men and women particularly the new graduates of secondary education are doing their best to be qualified to get a flight attendant job. What are the qualifications in order for you ...
Views: 3439 - Resume Templates: Tips and Advice - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Eva LeeIn today’s competitive world, when you apply for any job, you must design your application in such a way that it gets attention from the employers and they consider you for the personal interview. Resume template can help you in making your application impressive and according to the ...
Views: 765 - Tailoring Your Resume For Marketing and PR Jobs, Part 1 - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Ken SundheimSocial media, marketing, and PR jobs at good companies that promise solid upward growth potential are few and far between. In order to position yourself as strongly as possible, your best bet it to tailor your resume so that the hiring managers find you, not exclusively the other way ...
Views: 2247(2 votes) - Mechanic Apprentice Resume Building - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Marc WebberBuilding Your Apprentice Mechanic Resume A critical and significant part of job hunting is having a well written and prepared resume. This isn't something you want to put off for last minute. You'll want to take a day or two to work through your resume making sure you do not make silly ...
Views: 2279(1 vote) - How to Promote Resume Website - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2012 from Alan CruiserThere are several resume websites, which provides information on writing a resume. Internet became a powerful medium, where people connect to each other. There are several search engines such as Google, Yahoo. AOL, Bing, etc., which show relevant result as per your search. If you have a resume ...
Views: 1388 - Sales Resume Template and Sample - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Ana RoseSales resume should possibly highlight your key skills and your achievements. You can refer the sales resume template to write your CV if you are applying for any position in this field. Here is the sample of sales resume template to help you write a winning resume. Sample Resume Template ...
Views: 2433 - Attorney Resume: Some Key points - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2011 from Ana RoseAs a professional attorney, you will be handling the court proceedings for any company or an individual. You will be handling the major documentation and develop and deliver the factual information. Working as a business attorney, you will have to stay updated with the current trends in the ...
Views: 1270 - What to include in a skill section for customer service resume? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Sandy DsouzaCustomer service agent is the person assisting the clients and providing online help to the customers. These agents have to directly communicate with the client and solve their queries. Hence, this position needs a person with excellent communication skills. You may not know anything about the ...
Views: 3188(1 vote) - Amazing Cover Letter Creator Review - Simplest Way to Create Instant Cover Letter - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Florencia CintrónA resume is often a quick review of your abilities, consider your experience and education. A cover letter can be an opening letter brought to companies and firms that you are considering employed by. Both documents enable you to introduce yourself and explain the reasons you think you'd be a ...
Views: 2774 - How to put video resume in your resume website? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from james clarkThe concept of video resumes was developed in early 90s and later it became widely popular due to its innovative idea of explaining your job relevant details through a video to the employer. There are many resume website providing such video resume writing tips and online assistance for ...
Views: 1555(1 vote) - Resume Length & Advice on Resume Structure - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2011 from Charles MartinResume is a vital document in your job search. Employers being very busy people will not know you personally. You also cannot meet the employers directly and convince them to hire you for the job. There is a fixed procedure for recruiting the employees. This process starts with short listing the ...
Views: 795 - How to Find the Best Free Resume Builder? - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2011 from petricia patrickIn today’s competitive world, every organization first looks whether the resume is in professional way or not. If the resume is not in a professional way, you may have a chance to lose the job even if you have the necessary skills and knowledge. Many companies are involved in building the ...
Views: 1008 - 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 - Winning the recession with your Business resume - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Stela RodrickBusiness resume is used as a promotional tool to present your candidature for the available job openings. However, with the increasing competition, escalated by worsening recession, candidates are finding it difficult to reach the top. With the piles of resumes lying across for every single job ...
Views: 661 - Resume writing services: benefitting many people - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Reon KingThe resumes are important part of the jobs these are the documents which conveys the personality of the candidate and his/her experiences to the employer of the organization for the purposes of hiring in their organization. This document is considered to be a very necessary one for the ...
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