by Amanda Clark Follow @GrammarChicIncSeptember 22, 2016 There was a time in American history where it may have been fairly common for an individual to hold a single job—or at least work for a single employer—for 10, 20, sometimes 30 or more years. But things have changed: Today, it’s much more common for individuals to … Continue reading Don’t Let Job Hopping Derail Your Resume
by Amanda Clark Follow @GrammarChicIncSeptember 11, 2016 There is no denying that the job market is a fierce and competitive place. Dozens – and sometimes hundreds – of people vying for the same openings. As a job seeker, you want to stand out among the crowd, and one of the first opportunities to do so … Continue reading What You Need to Know About Choosing a Resume Writing Service
by Nadya Khoja Follow @nadyakhojaAugust 17, 2016 What is an Infographic Resume? An infographic resume is a visual representation of your skills and experience that leads to higher engagement from hiring managers and recruiters. If you are in a creative industry like advertising or marketing, infographic resumes are not only the best way to get … Continue reading How to Create a Polished Infographic Resume [Infographic]
by Taylor Davis July 9, 2016July 9, 2016 In 1452, Leonardo da Vinci wanted a job in Milan so, he put together a list of his skills and accomplishments to make a case for himself. In doing so, he created what is now an essential part of any job search — the resume. But after … Continue reading Is the Resume Dead? How Today’s Candidates are Getting Hired
by Tom Ireland May 13, 2016 Follow @StartupCVsMay 13, 2016 According to a recent survey, hiring managers are finding more lies on applicants’ CVs than in the past. Five years ago, 70% of recruiters said that they had found out that a candidate was telling porky pies. Now, that figure is up to 88%. Whether … Continue reading Why You Shouldn’t Lie on Your CV
by Elisa Gabbert May 7, 2016 Follow @egabbertMay 7, 2016 I’m not going to mince words: Hiring kind of sucks. First, if I’m hiring for a marketing role, that usually means someone on my team is moving on, and that’s bittersweet. It’s great to see people I’ve worked with grow and try new things, but … Continue reading 9 Easy Ways to Improve Your Marketing Resume
by Virginia Franco May 1, 2016 Follow @VAFrancoResumesMay 1, 2016 Journalists refer to the “lead” as the first few sentences that quickly tell the reader what the story is about. The phrase “never bury the lead” is one that Journalism students here from year one – as they know that doing so is a one-way … Continue reading The Biggest Resume Killer? Ignoring Lessons from News Writing
by Virginia Franco April 29, 2016 Follow @VAFrancoResumesApril 29, 2016 Whether satisfied in your role or ready to make a move—the manufacturing industry like countless others may present opportunities and is not immune to unexpected career obstacles. If you’re a new hire, mid-level manager or a senior executive with a corner office—it is wise … Continue reading Is Your Executive Resume Up to Date or Out of Date?
by Holly Semanchick March 22, 2016March 22, 2016 Explaining SEO without any media jargon can be a tad complicated, especially when someone asks what your job actually entails. It’s not a traditional form of media, few schools offer courses in it, and just the phrase “search engine optimization” sounds contradictingly vague and technical. In addition, … Continue reading Why Consider a Career in SEO?
by Virginia Franco March 25, 2016 Follow @VAFrancoResumesMarch 25, 2016 It’s been said before – your resume has between six and 20 seconds to get past that initial skim read and into the “keep” pile for a second, deeper read. In fact – the first “read” is really a misnomer because it is actually a … Continue reading Did Your Resume Enter a Black Hole? Maybe it Doesn’t Answer These 3 Key Questions
