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How to be a great resume writing customer (and get the most out of the process)February 1, 2011 – 1:06 pm
You’re smart enough to hire someone else to write your resume, but here’s how to be a smart customer and get the most value out of your purchase. Short and sweet is our goal – for both your resume and the process – but we can’t have you blending in with everyone either. |
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Resume keyword secrets (shh, there aren’t any)January 20, 2011 – 9:54 am
People talk a lot about keywords and keyword rich resumes, but the real key words are the ones listed in the job you’re applying for. Tailor your resume to emphasize the individual company’s “keywords” for the job you want. |
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Targeting your resume for maximum effectJanuary 12, 2011 – 11:33 am
Once your Shiny New Resume is ready, you should consider tweaking your resume a bit for each position. Tightening up the focus and terminology to really target what they’re looking for can be very effective. Consider your Shiny New Resume a baseline and rearrange, add and remove as you notice the priorities of the position [...] |
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42 reasons to hire a professional resume writerNovember 15, 2010 – 11:25 am
Writing your own resume is kind of like trying to tailor your own clothes while you’re wearing them. Possible, but you’re not likely to get the best results. A professional resume writer can put an end to the headaches caused by trying to write about yourself. Resumes are tough and most people spend weeks or [...] |
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More self assessment for resume writingNovember 15, 2010 – 9:05 am
It’s easy to forget that everyone who earns an interview is qualified for the job. What about you is compelling enough to turn down the other qualified candidates? Why you? What can you over-deliver on? How will you sell yourself? How will you differentiate yourself? What can you promise an employer? |
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Career change successOctober 21, 2010 – 9:55 am
In a tough job market, or after a long search, you might be tempted to interview for jobs that aren’t necessarily congruent with your experience. Opportunities in your industry might have faded or maybe you’re just tired of what you’ve been doing. Here’s how to position yourself for career change success. |
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How to name your resume files for maximum success: Your-Name-Keyword-Resume.pdfAugust 24, 2010 – 11:40 am
Why are so many people hiding their resume behind an ambiguous file name? Naming your resume file appropriately isn’t complicated, but only 58% of resumes in this survey included the candidate’s complete first and last name in the file name. 9% had no reference to their name at all, and another 10% just initials. |
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How to choose a resume writerAugust 20, 2010 – 8:24 am
Website and online presence. A good resume service will have credible, useful articles on the website as well as convincing sales copy. If they can’t sell their own services they won’t be able to sell yours either. Keep an eye out for grammatical errors and other mistakes – if they make those kinds of mistakes on [...] |
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Be proud: How to rewrite your resume with achievementsAugust 19, 2010 – 3:30 pm
Your existing resume might describe your jobs and responsibilities well, but the goal of a resume is to distinguish you from the masses and get an interview. Focus on quantifiable results, achievements and transferable skills to get the best response from your resume. |
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Why your resume should be shorter than you thinkJuly 21, 2010 – 2:20 pm
Your resume is an advertising tool to land an interview, not a biography. If someone gets closer to hiring you, they probably will want to know more about your kids, dogs, hobbies, interests, etc., but at the resume screening stage? Doubtful. |
