by NRWA President | Jan 3, 2023 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Job Fairs, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I am currently managing a family and working 50+ hours per week (thus the job search), how do I efficiently squeeze a job search into my already overcrowded schedule? v Amber Barney Search with PURPOSE! A targeted hour of search is better than 5 hours of...
by NRWA President | Dec 9, 2022 | Career Tips, Job Searching, Resume Submissions, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I’ve targeted a company I really want to work for, so I’m applying for multiple jobs. Is that okay? Do I have to use the same resume or should I change it each time? v Lorraine Beaman, Interview2work LLC Customize your resume for each job to reflect an...
by NRWA President | Dec 7, 2022 | Career Tips, Job Searching, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I just saw a QR code on a resume. Should I be adding that—and for what purpose? v Paul Bennett, NOVA Career Strategies Adding a QR (Quick Response) code to your résumé enables whoever reads the document to quickly and easily access your online content. QR...
by NRWA President | Dec 5, 2022 | Career Tips, Job Searching, Resume Writing
QUESTION: How should my U.S. resume and cover letter differ if I decide to apply for jobs overseas? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes Familiarize yourself with your target country’s resume/CV guidelines. Leave your address off your resume UNLESS you have...
by NRWA President | Nov 9, 2022 | Career Changing, Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I see September is Update Your Resume Month. Why should I bother? My current job is just fine. v Kaljah Adams, The Career Advising Hub You should update your resume because unforeseen circumstances can happen! I have worked with many clients who were laid...
by NRWA President | Oct 24, 2022 | Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Formatting, Interview Tips, Interviewing, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Resume Submissions
QUESTION: Should I incorporate media in my LinkedIn profile? If so, what? v Cathy Lanzalaco, Inspire Careers Oh, yes! Please do! Media will enhance the visual appeal of your profile and help to drive engagement with your brand. Start by filming your LinkedIn Cover...
