Career Impressions Blog

What do you do if you start a new job and it is nothing like you anticipated? Do you stick it out, despite a lousy culture, unrealistic work expectations, or ...
Are you 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 ...
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. ...
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 ...
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 ...
https://careerimpressions.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/LinkedIn-Benefits-for-Executive-Job-Seekers.mp4   LinkedIn carries a lot of weight and packs a big punch (of benefits) for executives looking to engage in a job search. If you are not signed up ...
Recently a new grad asked me for a generalized resume. He explained that he is looking for his first job and exploring a variety of potential roles in his field. ...
If your goal is to get a new job in 2019 here are 7 things you need to do to prepare:   1. Define your ideal job “If you don’t ...
I get asked every day about resume best-practices and success factors. People want to know where to start, what to believe, and how to write a strong resume if: "I ...
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 ...
I recently shadowed a hiring manager as he screened resumes. Over 100 applicants for 2 open roles. I witnessed how challenging it was for someone to read a lot of ...
How much time did you spend creating your Linkedin headline and what does it say about you? Did you slap your headline together or let it default to the current ...