by Ask the Experts NRWA | Mar 4, 2019 | Career Tips, Resume Writing
QUESTION: How long should my resume be? I’ve heard I should keep it to one page. Is this true? v Tim Windhof, Windhof Communications - Career Services The length of your resume is determined by two main factors: 1) the value that you bring to the table and...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jan 28, 2019 | Job Searching, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I keep reading about how important keywords are in resumes. What are keywords and how do I know which ones to include in my resume? v Tiffany Sappington Keywords are specific skills, qualifications, and job duties listed in a job announcement. For...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Oct 26, 2018 | Career Tips, Job Searching, Personal Branding, Resume Writing
QUESTION: How should I handle it on my resume if my name is hard to pronounce or doesn’t reveal my gender? v Julia Holian, Julia Holian & Associates Rather than explain your gender or the pronunciation of your name on your resume, include a link to your...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Oct 19, 2018 | Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Resume Writing
QUESTION: What can I do when writing my resume to avoid age discrimination? v Jill Walser, I got the job! Robust LinkedIn profile. Professional head shot for LinkedIn. Omit or hide “old” online images. No serif fonts. No age-related numbers in email addresses. No...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Oct 12, 2018 | Career Tips, Resume Writing
QUESTION: Why should I pay for a professional service when my friend in HR said he could create my resume? v Tom Powner, Career Thinker Inc. It’s simple. Just because someone works in HR doesn’t mean they know recruiting. Hiring managers know what they prefer in...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Sep 10, 2018 | Career Changing, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Resume Writing
Engaging a professionally trained and experienced resume writer can be one of the most rewarding aspects of your job search process. You will learn a great deal about yourself and you’ll have a refreshed vision of your marketability. Selecting the right resume writer...
