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My last job was mundane (that’s why I left). I have no accomplishments. What do I put on my resume?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jul 6, 2021 | Career Changing, Personal Branding, Professional Networking, Resume Writing

QUESTION: My last job was mundane (that’s why I left). I have no accomplishments. What do I put on myresume? v Jennifer Grunwald, University of Connecticut This is where you need to take time to reflect and brainstorm. You may not think you have any...

Do I need to worry about applicant tracking software if I am just networking for my job search?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jul 2, 2021 | Professional Networking, Resume Writing

QUESTION: Do I need to worry about applicant tracking software if I am just networking for my job search? v Cherie Heid, Competitive Edge Resume Service Yes – you should still make sure your resume is designed to be compatible with applicant tracking...

I see all these resume templates with pictures. Should my picture be on my resume?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jun 30, 2021 | Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools, Resume Writing

QUESTION: I see all these resume templates with pictures. Should my picture be on my resume? v Cheryl Minnick, University of Montana No. Not for jobs in the US unless you would be hired for your appearance (model, TV anchor, actor) — your accomplishments,...

What kind of contact information goes into the header? Should I include a fax? Both cell and landline phone? LinkedIn address? Physical address? This is so confusing.

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jun 11, 2021 | Resume Writing

QUESTION: What kind of contact information goes into the header? Should I include a fax? Both cell and landline phone? LinkedIn address? Physical address? This is so confusing. v Mill Montejo, The Talent Mill | Job Search Superhero | Dr Mill Computer Wiz...

I know that numbers are so important to credibility on a resume, but I have had no access to my sales group’s numbers. What should I do?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jun 9, 2021 | Resume Writing

QUESTION: I know that numbers are so important to credibility on a resume, but I have had no access to my sales group’s numbers. What should Ido? v Mary Jo King, Alliance Résumé & Writing Service You may include your best “guesstimate” of metrics if...

I have a Ph.D. but the jobs I’m applying to do not require this education level. Should I leave it off the resume? Will that be lying?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jun 7, 2021 | Career Changing, Career Planning & Focus, Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools, Resume Writing

QUESTION: I have a Ph.D. but the jobs I’m applying to do not require this education level. Should I leave it off the resume? Will that be lying? v Jennifer Gruwald, University of Connecticut If you are including an Education section and have listed other degrees,...