Joanne McDonagh — March 2, 2018 Follow @rezoomo_com — March 2, 2018 In a competitive job market, it is essential that your CV catches the attention of the employer. Every effort should go into selling your best self and putting your best self forward. There recently has been a lot of talk surrounding digital CVs … Continue reading Why a Digital CV is Essential in Your Job Search
Category Archives: Career Resume
5 Questions Your Marketing Resume Must Answer to Make a Good (And Lasting) First Impression
Bob Van Rossum — March 1, 2018 Follow @BobVR — March 1, 2018 Marketing headhunters know the job search process is no easy feat. And knowing that one single document could determine the next stop on your journey in becoming a marketing executive is a bit nerve-racking. The days when recruiters took their time to … Continue reading 5 Questions Your Marketing Resume Must Answer to Make a Good (And Lasting) First Impression
Never Put Your Home Address on Your Resume
Steele Champion — February 23, 2018 — February 23, 2018 Despite what the “career coach” talking heads may say, you should never put your home address on your resume. And if it’s there now, remove it! Many things on the SalaryMatters platform go against the conventional wisdom of the many “career coaches” out there trolling … Continue reading Never Put Your Home Address on Your Resume
Do You Have Social Proof and Is it Helping or Hurting Your Job Search Chances?
Virginia Franco — February 22, 2018 Follow @VAFrancoResumes — February 22, 2018 slightly_different / Pixabay Gone are the days when a top-notch resume alone will be enough for a recruiter or a hiring manager find and vet you – let alone reach out. Why? As a resume specialist, I know that without “social” proof that … Continue reading Do You Have Social Proof and Is it Helping or Hurting Your Job Search Chances?
4 Tips for Using Résumé Keywords to Get Found
Personal Branding Blog — January 31, 2018 — January 31, 2018 Most of the résumés employers receive either as hard copies or that are uploaded electronically reside in databases. If those databases were in graphic form, each résumé would resemble a lonely tombstone in a cemetery. In the majority of cases, submitting résumés is futile … Continue reading 4 Tips for Using Résumé Keywords to Get Found
A Step-By-Step Guide to the Dreaded Resume Walk-Through
Tom Ireland — January 26, 2018 Follow @StartupCVs — January 26, 2018 typographyimages / Pixabay Interview after interview will start with the same thing: “So why don’t you just walk me through your resume?” That, or some close variation. Obviously, the interviewer isn’t after the bare bones information of your career to date; they will … Continue reading A Step-By-Step Guide to the Dreaded Resume Walk-Through
10 Resume Trends Every Job Seeker Has To Know To Be Successful in 2018
Amy Huges — January 19, 2018 — January 19, 2018 It’s a New Year and a reason for a fresh start for some. From making new resolutions, looking for a job change or planning for new activities. Well, the job hunting process is one tough and competitive process. To stand out from the numerous candidates, … Continue reading 10 Resume Trends Every Job Seeker Has To Know To Be Successful in 2018
Enhancing LinkedIn to Support your Resume and Job Search
Amanda Clark — January 15, 2018 Follow @GrammarChicInc — January 15, 2018 ivke32 / Pixabay It’s not enough to just have a resume anymore. While they are still an essential part of the job application process, employers are taking advantage of society’s engagement with technology to recruit and screen applicants. They’re turning to social media, … Continue reading Enhancing LinkedIn to Support your Resume and Job Search
Polishing Up Your Resume for the New Year
Amanda Clark — December 20, 2017 Follow @GrammarChicInc — December 20, 2017 Brokoola / Pixabay Another year is quickly winding down. That means 2018 is almost here. Whether you’re in the midst of a job search, getting ready to start looking come January, or content with your current job, the New Year is a great … Continue reading Polishing Up Your Resume for the New Year
How Much Information is Too Much on Your Resume?
Amanda Clark — December 7, 2017 Follow @GrammarChicInc — December 7, 2017 trudi1 / Pixabay Your resume provides potential employers with a quick snapshot of who are you, and what you have to offer. You want to provide enough information that they can determine your skills and accomplishments (and want to learn more), but not … Continue reading How Much Information is Too Much on Your Resume?