Job hunting can be stressful, challenging and difficult. But it’s never a dead-end road unless you didn’t plan enough to ways to move your job search forward. Don’t let this happen to you. There are a multitude of available jobs out there waiting to be filled. Claim yours and avoid these potential pitfalls.

 

Clinging to a negative mindset Don’t be your own enemy. Nothing can put your job search to a halt worse than thinking negatively. So before you even start your job hunting, clear your head first of any fears, doubts and worries. Do away with the what ifs because you’ll never know unless you try. Don’t… Read More

 

Isn’t it just frustrating how you sent out hundreds of resumes and cover letters, but none of them ever gets you a favorable reply? If you’re going through this, then there’s just one explanation for it: something is wrong with either your cover letter or your resume. I know it’s tough, especially if you feel like you’ve given it your all. To help you out, here are some reasons why your resume or cover letter is stopping you from getting your dream job:

 

One of them is (or both of them are) too lengthy In today’s competitive environment, no recruiter has the luxury of going through resumes… Read More

 

 

(You asked for it, Katrina...and you got it!)

 

People change jobs all the time and so do military men (and women). It’s a great leap, but it’s not any different from changing careers as most people do to cope with the changing times. The challenge here is how to translate your skills and achievements in the military in a way that appeals to corporate needs.

 

Here are some tips to help military personnel make the switch to a corporate setting:

 

Socialize Being in the military means that you have been confined to a work environment typically more rigorous and… Read More

I'll start this piece off with a simple fact: Your resume is one of the single most important documents you will ever have. You HAVE the time for it.

I have clients periodically tell me they just don't have the time that is why they want to hire a professional. But one client..... well he emailed first saying he didn't have the time to go thru my normal resume writing process (which takes only about 30 minutes) and that he was gonna hire me and just wanted to pay me extra to pull off info from his old resume and do it the best I could.

That blew my mind!

He didn't have the time? 30 minutes? He couldn't be bothered to work with me… Read More

What I tell all of my clients who order just a resume... If you haven't already ordered a cover letter- I do highly recommend them- and that is not just an up-sell tactic. So many employers today check out cover letters to see how you establish and distinguish yourself as a professional. And yes- cover letters can overall be generic but need to be easily changed and tweaked a bit to fit each company you apply to. This is yet another show of how professional and serious you are. Bring out the points the company is looking for in a candidate in the cover letter, and be sure that stands out among all the other fluff… Read More

What is a Resume? A résumé is a document that contains a summary of relevant job experience and education. Yes, a resume is a marketing tool. This is your chance to sell yourself and skill set. Entice, intrigue and persuade employers that you possess the ‘everything’ they want in the position available. A strong and effective resume will generate a positive message regarding your experiences and is easy to follow, and highlights you. If it was written well- you will get an interview. How to write a resume. Before you sit down to write a resume, you should know which field you are focusing on, perhaps even… Read More

Is you resume lacking in the results department?  Perhaps you need the help of a professional resume writer. There are a variety of reasons why you should hire a professional resume writer.   Your resume may be weak and is not getting attention and results.  Perhaps your resume is not targeting the specific job or industry you want. … Read More