by Ask the Experts NRWA | Nov 4, 2019 | Career Planning & Focus, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I had to take time off work for a year to support a close family member with health issues, should I mention this on my resume to explain the gap in employment? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes If you have an employment gap of 6+ months, address it...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jun 10, 2019 | Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Personal Branding
QUESTION: How do I overcome being perceived as “overqualified” for a job I’m applying for? v Robin Schlinger, Robin's Resumes If you have sought higher level jobs without success, instead of losing thousands of dollars in salary, seek out a...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Feb 25, 2019 | Career Tips, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+
QUESTION: How can I avoid age discrimination in my job search? v Cheryl Minnick, University of Montana To skirt ageism, youth-anize your resume with Gmail (avoid AOL/Yahoo); add only cell #; focus on last 10-15 years; merge early jobs into EARLY CAREER; add...
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 | 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 | Sep 10, 2018 | Career Changing, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, 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...