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I have worked as many as three jobs at once over the years, some overlap. Should I list them all on my resume? Will overlap mess up the ATS system?
QUESTION: I have worked as many as three jobs at once over the years, some overlap. Should I list them all on my resume? Will overlap mess up the ATS system? Overlaps will not confuse ATS. Include the jobs that you feel will demonstrate your work ethic and skills that...
What is the conventional wisdom about putting my vaccine status on my resume?
QUESTION: What is the conventional wisdom about putting my vaccine status on my resume?Take your cue from the job listing. If vaccination is required or preferred for the role and you are fully vaccinated, stating this clearly on your resume could give you a...
I’ve been using technology for many years. Should I list the older (outdated) programs on my resume or just those currently being used universally?
QUESTION: I’ve been using technology for many years. Should I list the older (outdated) programs on my resume or just those currently being used universally?Old technologies don’t do anyone any favors when no longer used. Stick to current, universally used...
My progressive job titles don’t truly reflect the scope of my responsibilities on my last job. Can I change them to better titles on my resume?
QUESTION: My progressive job titles don’t truly reflect the scope of my responsibilities on my last job. Can I change them to better titles on my resume?Altering your job title can negatively impact you, especially when the discrepancies between your official title...
I just read that resumes should be submitted with 1–4 days of posting and between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. Is this good advice?
QUESTION: I just read that resumes should be submitted with 1–4 days of posting and between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. Is this good advice?For most employers, review of resumes and selection of candidates to interview start as soon as applications of interest are received....
I’m applying for computer technology jobs. What do I need to know to write an effective resume?
QUESTION: I’m applying for computer technology jobs. What do I need to know to write an effective resume? An effective hi-tech resume is customized for the specific job-posting and uses a chronological format. Hi-tech managers want (1) problem-solvers who (2) love...
I’ve been advised against using “cliché words” in my resume. How can I know what they are?
QUESTION: I’ve been advised against using “cliché words” in my resume. How can I know what they are?They are vague assertions and claims used so much that they no longer matter to recruiters and hiring-managers. Examples include: hard-working; flexible; proactive;...
I’ve heard of an ATS resume, an infographic resume, a targeted resume, and a networking resume – what’s the difference? Do I need all of them to apply for jobs?
QUESTION: I’ve heard of an ATS resume, an infographic resume, a targeted resume, and a networking resume – what’s the difference? Do I need all of them to apply for jobs? One resume is enough, provided it is targeted to the job you want, formatted simply for...
In designing and formatting my resume: Are there rules for margin size, for fonts and font size? Can I use lines, text boxes, and/or columns?
QUESTION: In designing and formatting my resume: Are there rules for margin size, for fonts and font size? Can I use lines, text boxes, and/or columns?Margins should be equal, .5"-1" all around. Stick with mainstream fonts (not Times Roman); size depends on font; for...
Should job seekers turn on LinkedIn’s creator mode? What are the benefits?
QUESTION: Should job seekers turn on LinkedIn’s creator mode? What are the benefits?Yes! On LinkedIn, content drives engagement and engagement drives visibility to people like hiring managers and recruiters. Creator mode makes it easy for job seekers to feature the...
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