Archive for the 'Resume Writing' Category

Writing a Resume Like a Professional

For Your Resume Success, Think Like a Professional Writer
It’s depressing, isn’t it? You sit there looking at your resume that isn’t getting the results sitting in your portfolio just waiting for interviews. But it’s just not happening for you. Why is that? Why can’t you get interviews?
Stop the madness! Make sure your resume speaks volumes […]

Does your Resume Need an Upgrade?

Signs Your Resume Has Gone Bad
If you’ve ever been in the position to review resumes and cover letters, then you know there are some funky ones out there. But what really makes a resume a bad resume?
It goes on and on and on…
Resumes, as a rule, should not be longer than two pages. Yes, there […]

Editing and Proofreading Resumes

The ABCs of Effective Resume Writing: Part 5 – Second Opinions Count or A Once Over Will Never Do
How many times have you written a document or email, sent it out, and then discovered some major typos or even words missing? What if it doesn’t get your point across – or worse yet – give […]

Making Achievements Stand Out

The ABCs of Effective Resume Writing: Part 4 – Make Your Achievements ‘Pop’
Now that you know the right format for your resume and you have written out all your achievements and responsibilities, it’s time to really showcase those accomplishments. But what is the best way to do that?

Writing Effective Resumes

Effective Resume Writing: Part One – It’s All in Your Head
Writing your resume is a mandatory step in your job search. If you want it to go quickly – at least as quickly as possible – and smoothly, then there are guidelines that you might want to adhere to.
Resume writing is not rocket science but […]