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, Job Searching, 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 & Networking, 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...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Sep 10, 2018 | Career Management, Career Tips, Job Searching, Resume Writing
Engaging a professionally trained and experienced resume writer can be one of the most rewarding aspects of your job search process. You will learn a great deal about yourself and you’ll have a refreshed vision of your marketability. Selecting the right resume writer...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Sep 10, 2018 | Career Tips, Job Searching
QUESTION: My job search is going nowhere! I have been responding to ads by sending out my resume, but nothing happens. What’s missing? v Erin Howard, Chirp Clarity & Point Park University Being stuck creates an ideal launching pad for creativity. If your job...
