Career Impressions Blog

It is no secret that a well-written resume can shorten a job search.  f the resume is written in a modern format and demonstrates value to the reader, it will ...
Perhaps you can relate to the two job seekers below - who are both in the thick of serious job searches, but are wondering how to handle circumstances surrounding the job offer. ...
LinkedIn recommendations that are well written and properly compiled can have a lot of impact. If you are asked to provide a recommendation (for a colleague, client, partner, coworker, or ...
What exactly differentiates an impressive resume from a weak resume? Well, a stand-out resume SELLS instead of tells. It also: Advertises a job seeker’s unique value proposition just like any ...
With a surge of mature professionals (often referred to as baby boomers) in the workforce, and the increasing need for extended employment beyond the common retirement age – many boomers ...
LinkedIn is a social site — the more you put into it, the more you will get out of it.  Both job seekers and the gainfully employed need to get in the ...
You’re a top producer -  which means you need a resume that produces results too. If you are sending out your resume and not getting the desired responses, there is ...
Top sales achievers need strong sales tools. Your resume is your number one personal marketing tool, designed to capture and keep the attention of hiring authorities. As a sales manager, ...
There has been a lot of focus and discussion these past few months on Canadian employment issues, including the skills shortage / skills gap, new graduate job stress, and the ...
Most job seekers commence a job search with a rather wide objective: to get a job.   Yet, often people forget to consider what type of job they truly want, or fail ...
Calgary is a city bustling with action and growth. It is also the city where I reside, so naturally Calgarians make up the bulk of my international client-base. Having served ...
Wonderful news this month! I am thrilled to have conquered two esteemed industry credentials; the Certified Employment Strategist (CES) and Master Certified Resume Strategist (MCRS). Each certification demonstrates excellence, but the ...