by NRWA President | Apr 24, 2026 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Gig Work, Hybrid Roles, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Job Trends, LinkedIn Profiles, Personal Branding, Remote Work, Resume Accomplishments, Resume Submissions, Resume Writing, Resumes
QUESTION: When developing my resume, should I include freelance, gig, or project-based work, and what’s the best way to present this experience so it appears credible and valuable to employers? v||divi||400 Scott Gardner, Vitae Express Yes, if it demonstrates a...
by NRWA President | Apr 21, 2026 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, LinkedIn Profiles, Personal Branding
QUESTION: Is it still worth investing time and money in a four-year degree, or do faster, more focused programs carry equal (or even more) weight? v||divi||400 Camille Roberts, CC Career Solutions Many employers are prioritizing skills over pedigree, especially in...
by NRWA President | Apr 16, 2026 | Career Tips, Formatting, LinkedIn, LinkedIn Profile Writing, LinkedIn Profiles, Personal Branding
QUESTION: After interviewing for a role at ABC company and not being chosen, how can I build on that experience to position myself for other opportunities within the company that match my skills? v||divi||400 Scott Gardner, Vitae Express Ask yourself, “Where did my...
by NRWA President | Mar 9, 2026 | Career Tips, Formatting, LinkedIn, LinkedIn Profile Writing, LinkedIn Profiles, Personal Branding
QUESTION: How do I know if an AI is screening my resume—and what can I do to pass? v Gabrielle Suttis, Go Getter Resumes Emojis and creative formatting can improve flow, highlight key points, and convey personality. However, they may be more appropriate in some...
by NRWA President | Mar 2, 2026 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Job Trends, Personal Branding
QUESTION: I feel overqualified for many postings but don’t get interviews for more senior roles. What should I do? v Cheryl Minnick, University of Montana Candidates may under-represent their qualification via weak verb choice. Senior-level roles respond best to...
by NRWA President | Feb 16, 2026 | Career Changing, Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Personal Branding, Resume Writing
QUESTION: How can I strategically pivot to an entirely new industry when I lack direct experience? v||divi||400 Laura Fontenot, Masterwork Resumes Career changes can feel overwhelming, so I recommend taking it a step at a time. Start by researching the industry and...
