This is unlike any lesson I’ve ever written in that I am combining some rather diverse subjects. But they all have in common the impact they can have on your business success! You see, when I was updating Resumes for Dummies for the 8th edition to be released in early Read More >
Resume Hacks for a Career-Minded Grandparent
Employment gaps. Job hopping. Gender discrimination. Bad bosses. As a resume writer, I thought I had helped people overcome every type of career challenge. I was wrong. Not long ago, I was approached by a new client seeking employment in the personal care and wellness field. She had an Read More >
One Thing About Resumes Every Job Seeker Should Know
A great resume doesn't just open doors; it builds doorways where none existed before. I'm not just saying this because it sounds quaint, or astute, or like something a resume writer would say. This is a fact that I have witnessed firsthand. Before I became a resume writer, I worked Read More >
Update Your Resume Month: Here’s How NOT to Get Caught With Your Pants Down
Are you prepared for your next career opportunity? September is International Update Your Resume Month, so if your answer to that question is “NO,” there’s no better time like the present to take stock of your career and personal value and set goals for the coming year. Even if you’re Read More >
Creating Resumes That Visually Pop (Tip Sheet)
If you have not been using creativity, design elements, or charts and graphs in your resumes, your clients might not be making the impact on potential employers that you were hoping for. But, when it comes to these areas, they can be the ones that give resume writers the most challenge. How Read More >
How To Get Your Resume to the Top of the “Yes” Pile
The Power of Context in your Resume Turbo charge your resume with simple positioning statements that create understanding with hiring decision-makers. Get your resume to the top of the “yes” pile and open the door to an interview for your dream job. Can you imagine reading the exact same book Read More >