Making an Impression With Your Resume

by fred 15. June 2010
Remember that commercial you saw on TV the other day? The one with the catchy song that you can't get out of your head? This is good advertising right there, and you can take notes from it on how to prepare a resume that will make an impression on employers.

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Executive Resume Myths

by fred 27. July 2009
If you're considering applying for job vacancies at the executive level, things can get pretty complex in no time. However, as long as you are prepared and informed, you can prepare an executive resume that is sure to land you the job that you want. Sadly, there is a plethora of misconceptions and myths about executive resume writing out there....View Full Post...

Resume Writing Certifications that matter

by fred 15. April 2009

With all the resume services out there, one of the ways to make sure that they are the right qualifications to write your resume is to check what type of certification they have. There are several professional resume writing certificates available and here are a few that are trustworthy and will...

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Resume Writing for Telecommuters

by fred 31. March 2009

Telecommuting is becomming increasingly popular, especially in these times of recession, and if you're planning to apply to jobs in this field, you should know that writing a resume for a telecommuing position is different than writing a traditional resume.

First, knowing that telecommuting positions tend to receive hundreds of...

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3 Principles of Resume Writing

by fred 12. March 2009

Whatever the type of resume you need (entry-level, executive, etc ...) or your field (accounting, engineering, Federal, etc ...), there are three basic principles you should follow when writing your resume:

Be Clear: Make sure that your objective, work experience and education are all clear in the eyes of the employers....

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How Much Work History Should Be Included In A Resume

by fred 10. March 2009

Most job seekers wrongly assume they should include their entire work history in their resume. What actually matters is if the work history listed relates to the job you are applying to and how many years of experience you have.

If you're looking for an entry-level job, it is indeed preferable to list any working experience you...

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Your Documented Evaluations.

by carlos 23. December 2008

Being in the Military gives you a head start over your civilian competitors, your documented evaluations. Each evaluation should have a description of your duties and the number of people you were responsible for supervising.

It should also contain performance-based results. You can use these evaluations to sell yourself...

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Nursing Resumes Land The Better Jobs.

by carlos 29. October 2008

There is currently a high demand for nurses. Whether they are registered nurses (RN), nurse practitioners, and practical nurses or even traveling nursesthe need for qualified experienced nurses is growing.

As the baby boomer generation ages there will be an increasing demand for trained nurses. There is a need for both full and part...

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Do I Need a Resume or CV?

by carlos 8. September 2008

If you're confused about the difference between a resume and a curriculum vita (CV), don't worry you're not alone!

Both a resume and CV list relevant information about your background and your qualifications. To add to the confusion about these job-seeking tools, many people use these terms interchangeably. In fact in most countries out side...

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Categories: resume tips | resume writing

The Important Elements of Resume Writing

by carlos 15. July 2008

BAD resume writing is the second most common reason that people aren’t hired for positions. The most common reason people don’t get the jobs they want is because they don’t apply. Whether they doubt themselves, don’t have the time many people cut themselves from the running by not applying to jobs that they are...

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