by NRWA President | May 23, 2025 | Career Tips, Interviewing, Job Searching Online
QUESTION: Does my accent matter when I go for a job interview? v Mary Jo King, Alliance Résumé & Writing Service Unless your accent makes your English difficult to understand, it shouldn’t matter (but it might, anyway). Consider bringing it up...
by NRWA President | May 21, 2025 | Career Tips, Interviewing, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Recruiters
QUESTION: How do I explain a career change on my resume without confusing hiring managers? v Lynne Williams, Career News Today Write a concise profile summary highlighting your strengths, expertise, and reason for pivoting or reinventing. It’s OK to...
by NRWA President | May 19, 2025 | Career Tips, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Resume Writing
QUESTION: How should I handle sensitive information like previous salary or reasons for leaving jobs? Do they go on the resume? v Cheryl Minnick, University of Montana Salary and reason for leaving a job are not included in a resume, yet they may be...
by NRWA President | Apr 17, 2025 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I’ve worked for the same company for 25 years; now as I look for another job, I wonder if that longevity is hurting my chances for future success. And if so, how do I overcome it? v Mary Jo King, Alliance Résumé & Writing Service With 25 years at...
by NRWA President | Apr 14, 2025 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, References, Resume Writing, US Work Sponsorship
QUESTION: I want to ensure transparency with potential employers without diminishing my chances of being considered for positions. Can you provide guidance on how to effectively communicate my requirement for work sponsorship in the U.S. on my resume? ...
by NRWA President | Feb 14, 2025 | Branding, Career Tips, LinkedIn, LinkedIn Profile Writing, LinkedIn Profiles, Resume Writing
QUESTION: Should I list all my education, including courses or certifications, or only the most relevant on my resume? LinkedIn? v Nancy Grant, Regional Career & Employment Services Highlight your most relevant education or certification first so that it...
