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If you’re looking to get into the IT field then learning to create a technical resume is very beneficial. For the most part, it is very similar to the standard resume; however, it’s differences lie in its ability to help you focus more specifically on your technical skills.
If you are in the midst of your [...]
Selling You on Your Resume: Job Searching in a Turbulent Economy
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, 2.6 million jobs were lost in 2008 – most within the last four months – the highest job losses in 60 years. Employers shed more than 500,000 jobs in December alone, soaring the unemployment rate to 7.2%. As [...]
If you are a college student, you may not yet be accustomed to writing resumes and cover letters. However, the time will soon come where you’ll need to learn in order to secure an on- or off-campus job, internship, or job after graduating.
You’ll be happy to know that the process is not difficult. It’s just [...]
Writing a resume can be a tedious task. There’s so much information to include and organize (employment history, skills, education, career highlights, awards, etc.) that the process can easily overwhelm you if you let it.
Luckily, there are now tons of resources available that make resume writing much easier. In particular, online resume builders and downloadable [...]
Have you ever wondered what the differences are between a resume and curriculum vitae? In college, you may have heard about them both, yet since graduating, you probably have heard less about the CV and more about the resume.
Though the CV may not be as well-known as the resume, it is a very relevant job [...]
So, you’ve been working in the same position for several years and now feel the time is right to elevate your level of responsibility along with your title and salary. However, with this being your first time attempting to move into a more prominent role, you have no idea where to start.
Looking to apply for a new contract or temporary position but are unsure of how to create the right resume? You’ll be happy to know that writing resumes for these types of positions is not as difficult as you think.
The major difference between resumes for temporary or contract work and those for permanent positions is [...]
Recently, I had the pleasure of coaching Executive MBA candidates on resume preparation. I really enjoyed the event and consider it an honor to have been invited to participate in the Resume and Interview Clinic. I met with several MBA candidates to critique their resumes based on what recruiters and HR professionals are looking for [...]
Resume Tips for Those Lacking Job Experience
Are you looking to acquire your first job in many years – or your first job ever – and have heard that without experience you have no chance of finding employment? Well rest assured that this couldn’t be more wrong.
Employers understand that good employees are not solely created from [...]
Tips To Make Your Skills Shine In Your Resume – Learn how to strategically list your most important skills and achievements throughout your resume for greater impact.
If you create a resume that simply covers every job you have held in reverse chronological order for the sake of listing your “duties,” you are missing out [...]