Executive Job Search : Does Your Resume Describe The Real You

As President of an executive search firm, I see resumes from highly qualified and able candidates every day. And it only takes a glance to see why many of these experienced executives are not getting the interviews that, doubtless, they feel they deserve.

Key Resume Formatting Mistakes

Undertand how format and composition of your resume in popular word processing programs can affect your job hunting success. Many resumes are discarded because of these simple mistakes.

No More Generic Cover Letters!

Cover letters. Tedious. Boring. Difficult to write. Most people sweat one out, then use it for every resume they submit. Not a good idea. Actually, they just seem difficult! There are a few ways to write your cover letter, and make it so easy and so real you can even write a few of them so that they're more personalized to the job you're seeking!

The Real Estate Agent Resume: Is Yours Helping You Get More Clients?

What does your resume say about you? Sure, listing your skills and abilities is helpful, but would you like to know what REALLY gets attention?

Changing Careers? You Need a Resume That Takes You Where You Want to Go!

Is it time to switch career tracks? Find out how to create a resume that glows even when you're in a transitional phase.

Outline of a Resume - A Resume Writing Blueprint

Are you frustrated with trying to write your own resume? Are you bogged down with information overload or just where to begin? You need a plan, a guide to assist you in writing your resume. You need a resume outline!

Letters of Recommendation

Recommendation Letters do more than just validate that you know someone. They speak about someone's special skills that qualifies them for the position they are seeking.

Write Your CV Like Professionals

CV writing is critical as it reflect your image to the employer that you want to work for. The stronger the skill and experience descriptions are in your CV--the higher the number

Do I Need a Resume or Curriculum Vita?

Understanding the different between a resume and a CV can be a little confusing. Resumes and Curriculum Vitae are completely different documents, should be approached differently in writing and each are geared to certain industries and job types.

What Government Agencies are Looking for on a Resume

Government agencies are looking for people who respond to fear very well so they can control them in their daily jobs.

Scannable Resumes - Getting Technology On Your Side

In the digital workplace, some HR departments have turned to scanning OCR technology to enable them to screen resumes and match candidates' skills with the requirements of a job vacancy. Here are seven top tips to help smart job hunters deliver targeted content to a potential employer in a 'scanner friendly' format.

Electronic Resume Keywords - How To Make Them Work For You

Are you using industry specific keywords on your electronic resume or cover letter? If not, you may be missing out on the opportunity to give your next job application a competitive edge.

Applying For Jobs Using An Unsolicited Resume

Wondering if you should send that resume without an actual job being posted? This article shows you how to get hired with an unsolicited resume!