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Does Your Executive Resume Have a Red Flag?

People often ask me to review their resumes and note any potential red flags that they should address. ...
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Don't let your resume include the kitchen sink

Your Executive Resume is No Place for the Kitchen Sink

I still speak to professionals and executives who want a resume that includes “the kitchen sink” – or ...
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Tips for Locating Decision-Makers’ Names

Are you looking to get your resume directly into the hands of a decision-maker or address your application ...
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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 ...
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8 Resume Success Factors

I get asked every day about resume best-practices and success factors. People want to know where to start, ...
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What Hiring Managers Need to See in Your Resume

I recently shadowed a hiring manager as he screened resumes. Over 100 applicants for 2 open roles. I ...
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A Resume Might Only Have Seconds To Impress

Recruiters often tell me that they have to review dozens or even hundreds of resumes for open positions. ...
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Outdated Resume Tactics

Job seekers – 1990 called and wants it's resume back! If you include any of the following items ...
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Do Employers Read Cover Letters?

Some employers claim not to read cover letters; others say they do. With this in mind, should you ...
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Dispelling Resume Length Rumors

There is no “rule” that a resume should be a specific page length. Length alone does not determine ...
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Top Awards – Canadian Executive Resume Writer

My resume writing and job search strategy awards: 1. Award of Excellence, Outstanding Executive Resume - CPC: 2020 ...
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Avoid this Resume Pitfall!

It's amazing the amount of job seekers who regurgitate job descriptions in their resumes. Copious amounts of job ...
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