by NRWA President | Nov 5, 2025 | Formatting, Resume Design, Resume formatting, Resumes
QUESTION: When is a traditional resume format actually a disadvantage, and what should be used instead? v||divi||400 Laura Fontenot, Masterwork Resumes A traditional (reverse chronological) resume may not work well if you’ve had gaps, frequent job changes, or are...
by NRWA President | Oct 6, 2025 | Career Tips, Resume Design, Resume formatting, Resume Writing, Resumes
QUESTION: What’s the most underrated section of a resume that candidates often overlook? v||divi||400 Alison King, King Career Services Many job seekers underestimate the power of the professional summary section! I compare this to a movie trailer; a trailer gives you...
by NRWA President | Jun 16, 2025 | Formatting, Resume Design, Resume formatting, Resume Writing
QUESTION: What is the best way to list multiple roles at the same company without making my resume a cluttered mess? v||divi||400 Scott Gardner, Vitae Express Stack the roles under one company header, with dates of total tenure listed once. Then list each title...
by NRWA President | Jul 17, 2024 | Career Tips, Formatting, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Personal Branding, Resume Accomplishments, Resume Design, Resume formatting, Resume Writing
QUESTION: How can I make my resume standout when there are already over 500 applicants? v||divi||400 Laura Fontenot, Masterwork Resumes My advice for clients worried about stiff competition is the same as for those facing only a few other applicants: write...
by NRWA President | Jan 18, 2024 | Branding, Executive Job Searching, Formatting, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Resume Accomplishments, Resume Design, Resume formatting, Resume Writing
QUESTION: How do I turn a good resume into a great resume? v||divi||400 Edward Lawrence, Getstarted LLC A great resume is like a movie trailer. Compared to the movie of your life, it is brief; demonstrates action and passion; includes only the best stuff; and...
by NRWA President | Sep 4, 2023 | Job Searching, Resume Design, Resume formatting, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I am disappointed in the resume I received from a professional resume writer. What can I do? v Katrina Pankuch, Aspire Talent Solutions, LLC Every individual has different goals, persona, and experience they want to embody in their resume. If you’re...
