Here is a re-post of something I wrote that addresses one of my most common questions: Does a cover letter matter? Read more
Q. I’ve read several of your posts on creative resume formats. If you don’t suggest colors or graphics, how do I get my resume noticed? Read more
When LinkedIn updated the look of profiles, they made the profile picture larger and more prominent. So it is even more important that your profile picture show you in the best light possible. Literally. Read more
The other day I was preparing for a speech, and I ran across one of my favorite lists. It’s Outside magazine’s take on the best places to work. I like this particular list because – year after year – they do a good job of finding unexpected employers that truly value unique individuals who want to be about a lot more than work. Read more
The debate as to whether or not one needs both a resume and a LinkedIn profile continues, despite the fact that each serves a distinct and important purpose. But let’s set that discussion aside and simply assume that you have both (as I recommend you do). Read more
Q. I really enjoyed your post on the value of the resume writing process. I am curious as to why you focused on the process and not the value of the resume itself. I mean, it’s the resume that gets you the job.
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“I need to change careers. What should I do?”
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Q. You recently wrote a post about not listing incomplete education on your resume. What if I only have a high school diploma or didn’t finish my degree. Isn’t it better to have something listed rather than no education at all?
I say it often, but it is always worth repeating: regardless of your level of experience, the goal of a resume is to establish qualifications, pique interest and create some curiosity gaps – those questions that make readers want to learn more via an interview. In almost every case, a page or two is enough to accomplish that goal. Read more
Change is difficult.
As people, employees, family members – you name it – we’re conditioned to settle into a role and to stay put. Read more
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