If you’ve read my previous posts, you’ve no doubt heard me talk about the importance of diversifying your job search. This means you don’t just look for jobs on job boards like Indeed or LinkedIn. You also extend your efforts to include contacting people in your network to let them… read more →
Just because it’s summer is no reason to hold off on your job search. Planning vacations, cookouts, and just hanging out on the patio are all tempting reasons to put things on hold for a bit; but employers still have open positions that need to be filled. By setting aside… read more →
A couple of years ago, I shared tips on how to avoid resume scams after being contacted by several unhappy customers that mistook Top Resume Writing & Career Services for another similarly named resume service. Although I’ve taken great pains to distinguish my service from this other operation’s service and… read more →
Most of the clients I work with are looking to have career documents written – resumes, cover/job search letters, LinkedIn profiles, and other career communications specifically. However, from time-to-time a client also needs help dealing with other job search challenges once the documents are finalized. Some issues can be addresses… read more →
From time-to-time, I’m contacted by jobseekers plagued with the long-term unemployed label. As you can imagine, some are beyond frustrated with trying to find a job and are desperate to secure a stable salary that sustains their family and lifestyle. Maybe they are dealing with feelings of uncertainty about their… read more →
Long before I earned my first resume writing certification and became a job search coach, I worked in marketing. For 10 years, I worked with multiple businesses creating copy and content that appealed to their customers, generated sales, and increased bottom-line profits. Honestly, resume writing isn’t much different. I always… read more →
Back in the day, around 10+ years ago, building a quality resume was a lot less complicated than it is today. Back then, employers didn’t expect a lot from the resumes they received. The basic rules were simple: Provide a short objective describing the type of job/company… read more →
“Won’t I be limiting my job prospects if my resume focuses too much on one profession/area of expertise?” “Do I really need a cover letter?” “If I have a resume, what’s the purpose of having a LinkedIn profile?” “Why can’t I just copy my resume and use it on… read more →
You’re preparing your resume, or are contacted to interview for your dream job. You’re well qualified for the job – it’s the perfect opportunity. There’s just one problem – you were fired from your last job. How can you include this job experience on your resume? How will you answer… read more →