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 | Dec 16, 2020 | Career Changing, Career Goal Setting, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching Online
QUESTION: Any tips for applying for a job overseas? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes Employers rarely pursue candidates outside the country unless there’s a specific skill shortage. Leave your home address and phone number off the resume. Include the closest...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Dec 14, 2020 | Career Changing, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+
QUESTION: Should I submit a resignation letter? What should it say? v Edwina Martindale Absolutely. Your employer deserves to know you are leaving and when. You don’t want them angry when contacted by people checking references. The only REQUIRED detail is...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Sep 14, 2020 | Career Planning & Focus, Executive Job Searching, Personal Branding
QUESTION: What should I look for when targeting a company? v Camille Roberts, CC Career Services Start with the mission of the company. Research the people who work there–everyone from the CEO to the janitor–using Google, LinkedIn, and Facebook to...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jun 3, 2019 | Career Changing, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching Online, LinkedIn Profile Writing
QUESTION: I’m currently unemployed. How do I handle this on my LinkedIn profile? v Angela Watts, MyPro Resumes Fill the gap. Start consulting, volunteering or completing courses that will add value to a future role. Use this time to show potential employers...
