by NRWA President | Aug 16, 2021 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Personal Branding, Resume Writing
QUESTION: Continuing education on a resume: Is it important? If so, how do I list it? v Alana Henry, The Writique, LLC Absolutely — if it is relevant to your desired (or current) role or industry! And, how much detail to include depends on your professional...
by NRWA President | 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...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jan 20, 2021 | Career Tips, Resume Writing
QUESTION: Would you please share some of your favorite resume writing and job search resources? v Edwina Martindale Many job search resources are job-specific; Google niche job boards in your field. Be careful choosing online resume writing help; many just want...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jan 18, 2021 | Career Changing, Career Tips, Personal Branding
QUESTION: What’s the best way to choose my references and how should I present them? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes Your best references are people who can positively elaborate and validate your skills, work ethic, and achievements on the job. This person...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jul 1, 2019 | Career Tips, Personal Branding, Resume Writing
Photo credit: CSG SUP Gear Ltd QUESTION: Is it a good idea to include information about personal interests and hobbies on my resume? v||divi||400 Kelly Donovan, Kelly Donovan & Associates I’ve usually omitted personal interests and hobbies unless they directly...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Apr 1, 2019 | Career Tips, Job Searching, LinkedIn Profile Writing
QUESTION: I want to update my LinkedIn profile and ramp up my job search, but I don’t want my current boss to suspect that I’m looking. How can I use LinkedIn without my employer finding out? v Mary Jo King, Alliance Résumé & Writing Service First of...
