by Ask the Experts NRWA | Nov 23, 2018 | Career Changing, Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+
QUESTION: Are there any advantages to using a professional service for job search techniques? v Grant Cooper, Strategic Resumes & Business Plans I just booked a fishing guide to take my relatives on a fishing trip during an upcoming visit. The guide knows the...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Nov 17, 2018 | Career Changing, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips
QUESTION: I’m unhappy in my job but I can’t make a career change right now. What do you suggest? v Ruth Pankratz, NCRW, Gabby Communications Not an uncommon situation yet quitting a job without a plan is risky. Start by evaluating, researching, and planning....
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Oct 26, 2018 | Career Tips, Job Searching, Personal Branding, Resume Writing
QUESTION: How should I handle it on my resume if my name is hard to pronounce or doesn’t reveal my gender? v Julia Holian, Julia Holian & Associates Rather than explain your gender or the pronunciation of your name on your resume, include a link to your...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Oct 19, 2018 | Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Resume Writing
QUESTION: What can I do when writing my resume to avoid age discrimination? v Jill Walser, I got the job! Robust LinkedIn profile. Professional head shot for LinkedIn. Omit or hide “old” online images. No serif fonts. No age-related numbers in email addresses. No...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Oct 12, 2018 | Career Tips, Resume Writing
QUESTION: Why should I pay for a professional service when my friend in HR said he could create my resume? v Tom Powner, Career Thinker Inc. It’s simple. Just because someone works in HR doesn’t mean they know recruiting. Hiring managers know what they prefer in...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Sep 10, 2018 | Career Tips, Interviewing, Job Searching
QUESTION: How can I prepare for a telephone pre-screening interview? v Wendy Haylett, AboveAllResumes First, practice with a friend, having them record the interview, then listen to the playback to spot stumbles. Next, create a checklist of job posting...
