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I just read some advice to “weave your personality into your resume.” How would I do that?

QUESTION: I just read some advice to “weave your personality into your resume.” How would I do that?Personality matters - how you speak, how you lead, how you interact. Adding nuggets that speak to these "hows" can improve your resume quite a bit. Relate your...

Now that we have 220 characters for LinkedIn headlines, how should we best use this space?

QUESTION: Now that we have 220 characters for LinkedIn headlines, how should we best use this space?I always recommend quality over quantity. Focus on conveying your value add succinctly in a way that shows who you are and what you bring to the table. Example: “HUMAN...

In applying for a leadership role, I’ve been asked in interviews how I would contribute to their diversity initiatives if I get the job. I don’t have any specific experience working on diversity initiatives. How do I answer this question?

QUESTION: In applying for a leadership role, I’ve been asked in interviews how I would contribute to their diversity initiatives if I get the job. I don't have any specific experience working on diversity initiatives. How do I answer this question?To respond...

Continuing education on a resume: Is it important? If so, how do I list it?

QUESTION: Continuing education on a resume: Is it important? If so, how do I list it?Absolutely -- if it is relevant to your desired (or current) role or industry! And, how much detail to include depends on your professional level and the relevance of courses or...

When I try to describe all the tasks I performed at my previous jobs, my resume is 4 pages long. What do I do?

QUESTION: When I try to describe all the tasks I performed at my previous jobs, my resume is 4 pages long. What do I do? It's a common misconception that you need to list all your past job tasks. Instead, focus on the accomplishments that you achieved while performing...

I’ve noticed we have skill quizzes available on LinkedIn. What good are they to my job search?

QUESTION: I’ve noticed we have skill quizzes available on LinkedIn. What good are they to my job search? Employers are cautious about hiring candidates who have not mastered the technical skills required for the position. Submitting the skill quizzes on LinkedIn will...

My last job was mundane (that’s why I left). I have no accomplishments. What do I put on my resume?

QUESTION: My last job was mundane (that’s why I left). I have no accomplishments. What do I put on myresume?This is where you need to take time to reflect and brainstorm. You may not think you have any accomplishments because day-to-day work becomes routine. Spend...

Do I need to worry about applicant tracking software if I am just networking for my job search?

QUESTION: Do I need to worry about applicant tracking software if I am just networking for my job search?Yes - you should still make sure your resume is designed to be compatible with applicant tracking software even if you are "just networking" because eventually you...

I see all these resume templates with pictures. Should my picture be on my resume?

QUESTION: I see all these resume templates with pictures. Should my picture be on my resume?No. Not for jobs in the US unless you would be hired for your appearance (model, TV anchor, actor) -- your accomplishments, skills, education, and certifications should speak...

What kind of contact information goes into the header? Should I include a fax? Both cell and landline phone? LinkedIn address? Physical address? This is so confusing.

QUESTION: I know that numbers are so important to credibility on a resume, but I have had no access to my sales group’s numbers. What should Ido?Including a fax number could date you and put you at risk of experiencing ageism which unfortunately does happen. Younger...

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