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?

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?

by | Nov 4, 2019 | Career Planning & Focus, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Resume Writing

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? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes If you have an employment gap of 6+ months, address it...
I Just Received My Master’s Degree and Would Like to Use it to Get a Higher Paying Role. How Do I Get Employers to Pay Me What I’m Worth with My New Degree?

I Just Received My Master’s Degree and Would Like to Use it to Get a Higher Paying Role. How Do I Get Employers to Pay Me What I’m Worth with My New Degree?

by | Apr 29, 2019 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Executive Job Searching, Resume Writing

QUESTION: I just received my master’s degree and would like to use it to get a higher paying role. How do I get employers to pay me what I’m worth with my new degree? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes An advanced degree is a great way to stand out...