At Career Directors International we are constantly asked by professional resume writers if the resume is really dead. They want to know: Is our profession going to end soon? Will we become obsolete? So, as part of our volunteer Board of Directors met in Orlando, FL last week, this is Read More >
ATS-Friendly Graphic Resumes & the TORI Resume Writing Awards (Winner Q&A)
Is there such a thing as an ATS-friendly graphic resume or should you be creating a second version for your clients so that they have both angles covered in their job search? TORI resume writing award winners were the perfect individuals to share thoughts on this topic since, up until Read More >
Recruiters on Keyword Sections, Hard Skills & ATS in Resume Writing
With high volumes of applications, many companies rely on applicant tracking software (ATS) to screen suitable candidates based on keywords―and when reviewed by the human eye, most recruiters spend less than 9 seconds scanning a resume. To ensure job seekers make it over these first hurtles, the CDI Education Committee Read More >
Tools, News & Hacks for Career Pros & Resume Writers – March 2020
We've sprung into Spring, and I hope it is treating you and your business well! Being still early in 2020, we've shared resources for both marketing and hiring trends. So check out these great tools, resources, and news you can use courtesy of CDI leadership and the Education committee. In Read More >
How to Design ATS-Friendly Graphic Resumes (Video Master Class)
Wouldn't you like to be able to create graphically-enhanced professional resumes without worrying about ATS? Now you can! It's time to start rocking those ATS-friendly graphic resumes, just in time for the 2020 TORI award competition, which opens in a few weeks! Here at CDI we are so excited Read More >
Tools, News & Hacks for Career Pros & Resume Writers – July 2019
I hope your summer business has been sizzling just where you want it! Here are some more great tools, resources, and news you can use courtesy of CDI leadership and the Education committee. I’ve also included one of CDI's resources that every entrepreneur who isn’t finding time for vacation may Read More >
Is Your Resume Ready for the “Big Time”?
In other words, is your resume in shape for your next important job search? Will it help you get the attention you need and want from the employers you plan to target? If you haven't asked yourself these questions recently, I recommend doing it now. Resume Glitz and Glitter--or Read More >
Is Your Resume Prepared for Electronic Eyes aka ATS?
If you don’t consider automated recruitment systems (aka applicant tracking systems) when sending out various online applications, it’s highly likely that your resume won’t be seen by human eyes. Many recruiters are now using electronic ATS (applicant tracking systems) to help them sort through an abundance of applications. So if Read More >
World of Resume Crafting: Beating the Applicant Tracking System
If Video Killed the Radio Star, then Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) killed human resources. Yes, it is a sad state of affairs when a database is the judge and jury of your knowledge, skills, and experience. Forget World of Warcraft or Call of Duty. Getting your resume past an Read More >
Resume vs. the ATS: 6 Top Intelligence Tools That Look Technology in the Eye
As a career practitioner and disciple of intelligence analysis, nothing boosts the adrenaline more than analyzing technology and how it influences recruitment. Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): a big chunk of coaching time is dedicated to helping them understand this process. And it is a BIG data issue. Recruitment and Read More >