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

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

by | Aug 13, 2021 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Personal Branding, Resume Writing

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? v Brenda Bernstein, The Essay Expert LLC It’s a common misconception that you need to list all your past job tasks. Instead, focus on...
I’ve noticed we have skill quizzes available on LinkedIn. What good are they to my job search?

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

by | Aug 11, 2021 | Career Planning & Focus, Job Searching, LinkedIn Profile Writing, Professional Networking, Resume Writing, Skills Tests & Quizzes

QUESTION: I’ve noticed we have skill quizzes available on LinkedIn. What good are they to my job search? v Grant Cooper, Strategic Resumes & Business Plans Employers are cautious about hiring candidates who have not mastered the technical skills required for the...
I have a Ph.D. but the jobs I’m applying to do not require this education level. Should I leave it off the resume? Will that be lying?

I have a Ph.D. but the jobs I’m applying to do not require this education level. Should I leave it off the resume? Will that be lying?

by | Jun 7, 2021 | Career Changing, Career Planning & Focus, Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools, Resume Writing

QUESTION: I have a Ph.D. but the jobs I’m applying to do not require this education level. Should I leave it off the resume? Will that be lying? v Jennifer Gruwald, University of Connecticut If you are including an Education section and have listed other degrees,...
I have recently stepped down from leadership roles and now want a job without such responsibility. How do I overcome being viewed as “overqualified”?

I have recently stepped down from leadership roles and now want a job without such responsibility. How do I overcome being viewed as “overqualified”?

by | Feb 17, 2021 | Career Changing, Career Planning & Focus, Interviewing

QUESTION: I have recently stepped down from leadership roles and now want a job without such responsibility. How do I overcome being viewed as “overqualified”? v Jessica Visek It is certainly possible and would require a rebranding of your experience, skills, and...