Virginia Franco — August 23, 2019 Follow @VAFrancoResumes — August 23, 2019 When it comes to writing a resume, many struggle with deciding how far back to go, what to include, and what not to include as part of your career history. I am an advocate of devoting the majority of the “real estate” on … Continue reading How Far Back Should I Go When Writing My Resume?
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Marketing Talent Agency: Dos and Don’ts for Resume Writing 101
Bob Van Rossum — August 9, 2019 Follow @BobVR — August 9, 2019 The speed of change in marketing combined with today’s candidate-driven job market creates a recipe where companies are in a battle for top-quality talent. Fortunately for you, the current market is very candidate-driven. With that said the traditional tool of finding a … Continue reading Marketing Talent Agency: Dos and Don’ts for Resume Writing 101
No One Cares About Your Resume. They Care About Your Story.
Nkiru Asika — July 12, 2019 — July 12, 2019 742680 / Pixabay Storytelling has become a buzzword, as more companies recognize the power of story to attract and engage. Storytelling in business is about weaving personal anecdotes, insights, observations and experiences into business communication. This is especially powerful for service companies selling the intangible … Continue reading No One Cares About Your Resume. They Care About Your Story.
How to Prepare for Your Consultation with a Professional Resume Writer
Amanda Clark — June 25, 2019 Follow @GrammarChicInc — June 25, 2019 trudi1 / Pixabay Whether you’re looking for a new job or just exploring your options, having a well-written resume is key. The job market is highly competitive, so you want to put your best foot forward. That means making sure that your resume … Continue reading How to Prepare for Your Consultation with a Professional Resume Writer
12 Ways to Optimize Your Resume for Applicant Tracking Systems
Ruth Hoffmann — May 14, 2019 — May 14, 2019 Applying for a job can be a stressful experience if you’re not prepared. Dealing with automated candidate vetting systems is an issue that can be tricky to address – here are some things to keep in mind. Be Short and Concise Try to list everything … Continue reading 12 Ways to Optimize Your Resume for Applicant Tracking Systems
Location, Location, Location: Resume Differences Between Countries
Amanda Clark — April 30, 2019 Follow @GrammarChicInc — April 30, 2019 If you currently live in the United States and want to apply for a job in the UK, Germany, China, Japan, Australia, or anywhere else in the world, chances are you’ll need to update your resume. Resume standards are not the same internationally, … Continue reading Location, Location, Location: Resume Differences Between Countries
5 Resume Tips to Help Land Your Next Dream Job
McLean Mills — April 26, 2019 Follow @mcleanmills7 — April 26, 2019 Free-Photos / Pixabay In the eyes of recruiters, job applicants are defined by what they say they are on a sheet a paper – and yes, you’re right, I’m talking about your resume. A masterfully-written resume can be the difference between landing an … Continue reading 5 Resume Tips to Help Land Your Next Dream Job
How to Transform Your Resume from a Blueprint to a Brochure
Virginia Franco — April 6, 2019 Follow @VAFrancoResumes — April 6, 2019 The reality of today’s job market is, whether you’re a CFO or a mid-level professional, you’re lucky to get a 10-second skim read the first time a recruiter finds you on LinkedIn or scans your resume. Consequently, whether you hire an executive resume … Continue reading How to Transform Your Resume from a Blueprint to a Brochure
Should You Say You Were Fired on Your Resume?
Amanda Clark — March 26, 2019 Follow @GrammarChicInc — March 26, 2019 kalhh / Pixabay One detail that many job seekers get hung up on is how to explain why they left one job for another. This is especially true if they were fired or let go. After all, that doesn’t look great to a … Continue reading Should You Say You Were Fired on Your Resume?
How to Position a Failed Startup into a Win on Your Resume
Virginia Franco — March 22, 2019 Follow @VAFrancoResumes — March 22, 2019 Free-Photos / Pixabay Wall Street Journal blogger Amsale Aberra recently authored “Why Now Is the Time to Start a Business.” where she discusses today’s entrepreneurial market. Her post got me thinking about the challenges entrepreneurs face when presenting their experience in a resume. … Continue reading How to Position a Failed Startup into a Win on Your Resume