A Quick and Easy Cover Letter Format That Works
Writing a cover letter can feel intimidating, but there is a science to it that has been proven to get prime results. Follow a few simple rules and you’ll see the difference. CONSIDER HOW (AND IF…
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10 CV mistakes that might cost you a job
The job market is more brutally competitive now than ever before. According to Robert Meier, President of Job Market Experts, only 2% of job applicants actually make it to the interview stage, meaning…
Ten New Job Search Sites Discovered
If you're looking for more places to find employment, our guide to the best job posting sites is a valuable resource. Part of being a good job seeker is maximizing your use of online job boards. Our…
Thoughts on Fitting Into Your New Company Culture
You’ve submitted your resume, aced the interview, landed the offer, passed the background and drug screenings, received your start date and are now ready to take this company by storm. You have…
Overused terms you shouldn't use on your LinkedIn Profile
Your LinkedIn profile is a key digital identity that reflects your professional accomplishments. Thus, it shouldn’t just be a collection of most fancy words. Rather, it should tell the world about…
1st Impressions: How much does what you look like, actually matter?
In 2017, we wear our independence and our rights as a badge, we love to tout our support or criticisms of politics, pop culture and day to day occurrences. We live in a digital age where, let’s face…
Job Search Help: 8 Executive Resume Trends for 2017
A resume is like the cover page of a book. You must try to make it as creative and attractive as possible, because by seeing the cover page only, one decides on reading it further or not. It should…
Does Your Resume Pass the Screen Test?
Virginia Franco is one of approx. 60 Executive Resume writers certified by the National Résumé Writers Association as a National Certified Résumé Writer) and hold a Certified Professional Résumé…
Podcast: How to Handle Tough Resume Problems
Why do all resumes look the same? What if I'm a mom returning to the workplace? How far back should your resume go? These are just some of the questions we'll tackle in this 10 minute podcast from our…
20 Resume Writing Rules That Will Beat Your Competition
Landing a lucrative entry-level job is uppermost on the minds of almost all college or university pass outs. Your chances of finding the first job of your life will go up manifold if your resume…