What do you do if you start a new job and it is nothing like you anticipated? Do you stick it out, despite a bad culture, unrealistic work expectations, or misinformed situation – at the cost of your well-being and
New Role Not a Good Fit?
Tips for Locating Decision Makers’ Names
Looking to get your resume directly into the hands of a decision maker or address your application to a specific person? It’s often felt that this is easier said than done. But there are avenues you can, and should, explore.
Executive Resume Trends for 2019
In recent years we have seen a rise in the benefits of social networking and referrals within the job search process. These tactics are proving to have even greater ROI for executive-level candidates. According to this Forbes post, a study on
Simple Steps to Help Customize Your Resume
Once you have a defined job target in mind you can write a narrowed and focused resume to support your search. Yet content customization may be required as you go along. A lot of my professional clients are puzzled by
How to Add Achievements and Measurements Into Your Resume
If I had a dollar for every job seeker who has told me “I don’t have anything special to add to my resume” – well! And yet, every single one of these individuals was wrong. Everyone has plenty to share –
Resume Headlines – With Examples
Appearing at the very top of the resume, just after name and contact details, is the resume headline. I’m often asked why a resume needs a headline at all. The reason is simple and important. A well-defined headline at the
ATS Resume Checklist
Writing your resume for ATS can be tricky, at the best of times. Here is a quick reference checklist to help support ATS resume success: ✔ Is your resume saved in an approved format? Preferred formats are .docx (not .doc), PDF,
CEO Resume Strategy: Less About Work, More About Results
A CEO career is guaranteed to be rich in detail. Yet a common mistake I see CEO’s make in their resume is spending too much time writing about their work and not enough time emphasizing their results. What sets a
Resume Guide for Job Seekers Age 50+
If you are approaching (or have already reached) retirement age, and you’re not ready to disconnect from the workforce, you are not alone — thousands of professionals 50 and older are embarking on second-act careers. The phrase “encore career,” made
Impressive Executive Resumes Lead With Results
In order to captivate a reader, executive resumes require more than just strong, tailored content. They also need proof. Proof of the communications expertise and business leadership one claims to covet. Saying you are good at something and providing clear
How Often is Too Often to Hop Jobs?
Recently I had a conversation with some friends about the average length a person stays in a job and the pros and cons of job hopping. It got me thinking…and researching. According to recent data from the Bureau of Labor
Kick Start Career Success in 2019
If you want a new job, a promotion, or more recognition in 2019 STOP 🛑 assuming this responsibility lies with your manager or boss and START 🏁 taking control of your own career: 🏁 Start keeping track of your
In Your Resume Don’t Be Vague – Be Specific
You’ve got so much more to offer employers than tasks, duties, and responsibilities. So why is your resume focused so heavily on these facts? Recruiters and employers don’t spend a whole lot of time reading resumes. To capture and keep