I have worked as many as three jobs at once over the years, some overlap. Should I list them all on my resume? Will overlap mess up the ATS system?

I have worked as many as three jobs at once over the years, some overlap. Should I list them all on my resume? Will overlap mess up the ATS system?

by | Jan 5, 2022 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Job Searching, Job Searching Online, LinkedIn Profile Writing, Resume Writing

QUESTION: I have worked as many as three jobs at once over the years, some overlap. Should I list them all on my resume? Will overlap mess up the ATS system? v Edward Lawrence, Getstarted LLC Overlaps will not confuse ATS. Include the jobs that you feel will...
My progressive job titles don’t truly reflect the scope of my responsibilities on my last job. Can I change them to better titles on my resume?

My progressive job titles don’t truly reflect the scope of my responsibilities on my last job. Can I change them to better titles on my resume?

by | Dec 3, 2021 | Career Changing, Career Tips, Job Searching, Job Searching Online, LinkedIn Profile Writing, Personal Branding, Resume Writing

QUESTION: My progressive job titles don’t truly reflect the scope of my responsibilities on my last job. Can I change them to better titles on my resume? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes Altering your job title can negatively impact you, especially when the...
I just read that resumes should be submitted with 1–4 days of posting and between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. Is this good advice?

I just read that resumes should be submitted with 1–4 days of posting and between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. Is this good advice?

by | Dec 1, 2021 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Job Searching, Job Searching Online

QUESTION: I just read that resumes should be submitted with 1–4 days of posting and between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m. Is this good advice? v Nancy Grant, Regional Career & Employment Services For most employers, review of resumes and selection of candidates to interview...
I’ve been advised against using “cliché words” in my resume. How can I know what they are?

I’ve been advised against using “cliché words” in my resume. How can I know what they are?

by | Nov 3, 2021 | Job Searching, Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools, LinkedIn Profile Writing, Personal Branding, Resume Writing

QUESTION: I’ve been advised against using “cliché words” in my resume. How can I know what they are? v Edward Lawrence, Getstarted LLC They are vague assertions and claims used so much that they no longer matter to recruiters and hiring-managers. Examples...
I’ve heard of an ATS resume, an infographic resume, a targeted resume, and a networking resume – what’s the difference? Do I need all of them to apply for jobs?

I’ve heard of an ATS resume, an infographic resume, a targeted resume, and a networking resume – what’s the difference? Do I need all of them to apply for jobs?

by | Nov 1, 2021 | Formatting, Job Searching, Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools, Resume Design, Resume Writing

QUESTION: I’ve heard of an ATS resume, an infographic resume, a targeted resume, and a networking resume – what’s the difference? Do I need all of them to apply for jobs?   v Mary Jo King, Alliance Résumé & Writing Service One resume is enough, provided it...