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Your Resume & LinkedIn Must Complement – Not Copy – One Another

by Virginia Franco Follow @VAFrancoResumesOctober 5, 2016 When LinkedIn first got its’ start, with just 4500 members according to LinkedIn’s About Us page, all you needed to appear cutting-edge was a LinkedIn account. Once word spread and more joined the ranks of LinkedIn, a resume cut-and-paste was still sufficient to differentiate yourself from the competition. … Continue reading Your Resume & LinkedIn Must Complement – Not Copy – One Another →

Don’t Let Job Hopping Derail Your Resume

Career Resume

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 →

What You Need to Know About Choosing a Resume Writing Service

Career 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 →

How to Create a Polished Infographic Resume [Infographic]

Career Resume

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] →

Should You Show Your Face On Your Resume?

Job Search

August 3, 2016 Ok, let’s address this question because people still seem divided on it: should you include a photo on your resume? Despite how many experts will tell you not to include your picture of a resume, there are heaps of articles and resume templates sites that will show you examples of resumes with … Continue reading Should You Show Your Face On Your Resume? →

Is the Resume Dead? How Today’s Candidates are Getting Hired

Career Resume

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 →

How to Attach a Resume to a LinkedIn Job Application

LinkedIn Jobs

by Erin Dore Miller July 1, 2016July 1, 2016 Job seekers, let’s talk. It’s really tough looking for a job. Believe me, I know firsthand. I speak with active candidates every day that are working their hardest to land that next awesome opportunity. But I see a few missteps happen over and over again that … Continue reading How to Attach a Resume to a LinkedIn Job Application →

3 Key Differences Between LinkedIn And Your Resume

LinkedIn Utilization

by Virginia Franco June 5, 2016 Follow @VAFrancoResumesJune 5, 2016 During the early days of LinkedIn, it was acceptable for your LinkedIn profile to be a carbon copy of your resume. Heck – you were considered cutting edge for even having an account! Fast Forward 14 years and everything has changed. Today LinkedIn boasts over … Continue reading 3 Key Differences Between LinkedIn And Your Resume →

9 Easy Ways to Improve Your Marketing Resume

Career Resume

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 →

The Biggest Resume Killer? Ignoring Lessons from News Writing

Career 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 →