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Any tips for creating an attention-grabbing LinkedIn headline?
QUESTION: Any tips for creating an attention-grabbing LinkedIn headline?Begin with the search terms people will use to find someone who does what you do, and use all 120 characters of LinkedIn headline space available to create a branded, keyword-rich statement....
I’ve seen resumes that include charts, bar graphs, word clouds, and other graphic images. Is this the new norm?
QUESTION: I've seen resumes that include charts, bar graphs, word clouds, and other graphic images. Is this the new norm? Content remains king. It will always serve you well to present well-matched qualifications and achievement-oriented writing in a clean,...
I realize that resumes now need to include numbers. I don’t do sales, so I don’t have any numbers to include. Am I doomed?
QUESTION: I realize that resumes now need to include numbers. I don’t do sales, so I don’t have any numbers to include. Am I doomed?No! There are many ways to measure your performance, including process improvement, change management, customer satisfaction and...
How do I know what keywords I should include on my resume?
QUESTION: How do I know what keywords I should include on my resume?Believe it or not, the job descriptions for the positions of interest you find online possess the "golden nugget" keywords you're looking for to include in your resume. For example, if you see the...
How can I make sure my cover letter is interesting enough to capture the attention of a recruiter or hiring manager?
QUESTION: How can I make sure my cover letter is interesting enough to capture the attention of a recruiter or hiring manager?A captivating cover letter must do 3 things: 1) make a connection with the reader, 2) briefly address the employer’s needs and how your skills...
I had to take time off work for a year to support a close family member with health issues: Should I mention this on my resume to explain the gap in employment?
QUESTION: I had to take time off work for a year to support a close family member with health issues, should I mention this on my resume to explain the gap in employment?If you have an employment gap of 6+ months, address it so that the employer is not filling in the...
I struggle with writing my own resume and I’d like someone to help me. Where can I get my resume professionally done?
QUESTION: I struggle with writing my own resume and I'd like someone to help me. Where can I get my resumeprofessionally done?Certified writers understand the nuances of the modern job market and the role of technology plays in the hiring process. If you’re serious...
I realize it’s important to network on LinkedIn, but I’m not sure where to start. How do I go about making new connections on LinkedIn?
QUESTION: I realize it’s important to network on LinkedIn, but I’m not sure where to start. How do I go about making new connections on LinkedIn? I recommend you join groups that you are interested in and read the articles and posts made by the members of the group....
I’m not sure what to put at the top of a resume. What are your recommendations to make sure I capture employers’ attention?
QUESTION: I’m not sure what to put at the top of a resume. What are your recommendations to make sure I capture employers’ attention? The top of your resume should contain: your name, your contact information and your professional brand. Through use of a headline and...
Where do you place internships on a resume?
QUESTION: Where do you place internships on a resume? Internships are valuable work that should be included in your history especially if you are a recent grad or making a career change. Include them chronologically or topically as it makes sense. Be certain to...
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