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I heard that the top third of the resume is the most important? Why and what do I put there to have the most impact?
QUESTION: I heard that the top third of the resume is the most important? Why and what do I put there to have the most impact?Your resume must move the reader to action (aka call you for an interview). A strong positioning strategy includes 3 elements: 1) a branded...
Would you please share some of your favorite resume writing and job search resources?
QUESTION: Would you please share some of your favorite resume writing and job search resources?Many job search resources are job-specific; Google niche job boards in your field. Be careful choosing online resume writing help; many just want to draw you into paying...
What’s the best way to choose my references and how should I present them?
QUESTION: What’s the best way to choose my references and how should I present them?Your best references are people who can positively elaborate and validate your skills, work ethic, and achievements on the job. This person can be a direct manager, supervisor,...
Any tips for applying for a job overseas?
QUESTION: Any tips for applying for a job overseas?Employers rarely pursue candidates outside the country unless there’s a specific skill shortage. Leave your home address and phone number off the resume. Include the closest city and zip code to the job and invest in...
Should I submit a resignation letter? What should it say?
QUESTION: Should I submit a resignation letter? What should it say?Absolutely. Your employer deserves to know you are leaving and when. You don't want them angry when contacted by people checking references. The only REQUIRED detail is your last day of work. You might...
Any good tips for going around the applicant tracking software? Or should I?
QUESTION: Any good tips for going around the applicant tracking software? Or should I?Most data confirms that 55-60% of hires are the result of networking and only 20-25% of hires are the result of online applications. So, statistically speaking, there are advantages...
How can social media help (or hinder) my job search?
QUESTION: How can social media help (or hinder) my job search?Social media can help or hinder your job search. In 2018, CareerBuilder found 70% of employers research candidates online. It’s not just inappropriate photos or drinking or drug use that turns them off....
I just graduated from college and have no job experience or internships. What do I put on my resume?
QUESTION: I just graduated from college and have no job experience or internships. What do I put on my resume?Heading, email, LinkedIn, phone, website/blog, relevant coursework that ties to your employment goals, academic projects, Dean’s list, Clubs, leadership roles...
My industry is so competitive that every job I apply for, 100+ other people do too—give me 1 good tip to make my resume stand out.
QUESTION: My industry is so competitive that every job I apply for, 100+ other people do too—give me 1 good tip to make my resume stand out.Have a powerful branding statement on all your professional marketing collateral: resume, LinkedIn profile and cover letter....
Just what is personal branding and how do I use it to get a job?
QUESTION: Just what is personal branding and how do I use it to get a job?Your brand is the value you bring to everything you do professionally and tells an employer what they can count on when hiring you! Make it personal. People hire people, people they like, people...
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