by Ask the Experts NRWA | Sep 30, 2019 | Personal Branding, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I’m not sure what to put at the top of a resume. What are your recommendations to make sure I capture employers’ attention? v Angela Watts, MyPro Resumes The top of your resume should contain: your name, your contact information and your professional...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jul 15, 2019 | Interviewing, Personal Branding
QUESTION: How do I answer “tell me about yourself” in an interview? I never know what they’re looking for. v Kelly Donovan, Kelly Donovan & Associates The interviewer won’t be swayed by hearing about your kids, hobbies, or other random...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jul 1, 2019 | Career Tips, Personal Branding, Resume Writing
Photo credit: CSG SUP Gear Ltd QUESTION: Is it a good idea to include information about personal interests and hobbies on my resume? v||divi||400 Kelly Donovan, Kelly Donovan & Associates I’ve usually omitted personal interests and hobbies unless they directly...
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 | May 27, 2019 | Personal Branding, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I realize resumes have changed over time, is there a new way of writing resumes in 2019 and beyond? v Kelly Donovan, Kelly Donovan & Associates Attention spans are getting shorter every day, so it’s essential that your resume caters to short...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Apr 22, 2019 | Executive Job Searching, Job Searching Online, Personal Branding, Professional Networking
QUESTION: I spend so much time filling out applications with no callbacks. What is the best way to get noticed by employers? v Rebecca McCarthy, The Written Coach At least 70% of jobs are not published. To get them, you need to network, both in-person and online....
