by NRWA President | May 18, 2026 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Formatting, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Job Trends, Personal Branding, Resume Design, Resume formatting, Resumes
QUESTION: Are creative resume templates appropriate for non-creative roles? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes I’d avoid creative resume templates. Many use graphics and complex layouts that can cause issues with ATS compatibility. You also need to consider the...
by NRWA President | May 11, 2026 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Job Trends, LinkedIn, LinkedIn Profile Writing, LinkedIn Profiles, Personal Branding
QUESTION: How much “activity” on LinkedIn is required to stay visible? v||divi||400 Ingmar Graesslin, Tailored AI Services GmbH LinkedIn’s algorithm weighs dwell time over likes. Commenting on others’ posts with real insight often boosts your visibility...
by NRWA President | Apr 24, 2026 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Gig Work, Hybrid Roles, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Job Trends, LinkedIn Profiles, Personal Branding, Remote Work, Resume Accomplishments, Resume Submissions, Resume Writing, Resumes
QUESTION: When developing my resume, should I include freelance, gig, or project-based work, and what’s the best way to present this experience so it appears credible and valuable to employers? v||divi||400 Scott Gardner, Vitae Express Yes, if it demonstrates a...
by NRWA President | Apr 21, 2026 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, LinkedIn Profiles, Personal Branding
QUESTION: Is it still worth investing time and money in a four-year degree, or do faster, more focused programs carry equal (or even more) weight? v||divi||400 Camille Roberts, CC Career Solutions Many employers are prioritizing skills over pedigree, especially in...
by NRWA President | Mar 2, 2026 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Job Trends, Personal Branding
QUESTION: I feel overqualified for many postings but don’t get interviews for more senior roles. What should I do? v Cheryl Minnick, University of Montana Candidates may under-represent their qualification via weak verb choice. Senior-level roles respond best to...
by NRWA President | Feb 16, 2026 | Career Changing, Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Personal Branding, Resume Writing
QUESTION: How can I strategically pivot to an entirely new industry when I lack direct experience? v||divi||400 Laura Fontenot, Masterwork Resumes Career changes can feel overwhelming, so I recommend taking it a step at a time. Start by researching the industry and...
