Should you or shouldn’t you send a cover letter with your resume? It depends. If your idea of a cover letter is something that basically says, “Here’s my resume—I hope you like it,” don’t bother! Unless you find a way to engage the attention and interest of the reader (employer), Read More >
The Myth about Resume “Secrets”
You’ve probably seen at least one article with a title somewhat like this: “5 Resume Secrets You MUST Know for a Successful Job Search.” Those of us in the career services industry who publish articles tend to use titles like that because they make attention-getting headlines. However…. I’ve come Read More >
Your Resume: Career Snapshot, Not Your Life Story
What makes your resume a great resume? To start with, think of it as a career snapshot, not your life story! This might sound harsh to some, but I’ll bet no one in the companies you’re targeting with your resume cares about what you did 35 years ago. No matter 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 >
The Truth and Nothing But the Truth in Your Professional Resume
You've undoubtedly heard the statement people are asked to swear to in court--promising to tell "the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth." That might be fine for court testimony, but what about the professional resume you plan to use in your next job search? Topics You Would Read More >
The A-B-C Formula for a Branded Resume
Creating a branded resume involves a lot more than simply inserting a ‘brand slogan’. Imagine for a minute that I am an employer. Here are some questions I might ask and what I might want to see: A - ASPIRATIONAL CAREER GOAL Where do you want to be going with Read More >
6 Ways Resumes for Dummies, 7th edition, is a New Approach to Resume Writing
Resume writing books aren’t new, but what you will find in Resumes for Dummies, 7th edition, is going to seem new, eye-opening, and exciting. What's the difference? Resumes for Dummies, 7th edition, is written by a professional resume writer who made it her business to know resumes -- not just Read More >
