Culinary Arts is the art of cooking plus food preparation and presentation. This kind of skill and talent can go a long way because the demand for food would never diminish (everybody's got to eat sometime, right?). Also, with the evolution of taste and food presentation designs, coupled with never-ending demand for new concoctions, jobs in this business will just continue to thrive no matter how bad the economy gets. So if this is the career you wish to pursue, keep your resume and cover letter focused on key areas.

 

Culinary Education Like it or not, where you went to school bears a lot of weight… 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

 

Although it seems that the things you should exclude on resumes can be determined easily enough through common sense, some job seekers still manage to commit gaffes that are quite unthinkable. What is considered common knowledge for resume experts and for recruiters may escape job applicants, especially new ones who may not know that there are some items in their resume that just don’t work. Take a look at the list below and make sure that they aren’t part of your resume.

 

Objectives The wide use of objectives can be attributed to old resume wizards that applicants use to create their resumes. These… Read More

 

Sales and marketing are a vital part in any business. Because of this, opportunities in sales and marketing will never run dry. These jobs would always be available no matter how bad the economy gets. But getting into this career is not always easy. For highly specialized technical sales positions, certain qualifications are required for you to get the job. So, if you want to apply for a these kinds of opportunities, revise your resume a bit to help you get the job.

 

These are the things your resume should focus on:

 

Business Development Skills Employers are not only on the lookout for… Read More

Being in the fashion industry means that you’re always in the know of what’s new, hot and trendy in the world of fashion and accessories. So if you’re moving to a different company or just starting out, don’t let your boring resume stand in the way of a fashionable career! Show your passion for fashion in your resume and cover letter, and make them stand out.

 

Here are some fashionable ideas you can use in your resume:

 

Awards/Participation in Competitions/Other Achievements If you are looking into a role as a designer or stylist, then include every award for every competition or event you have… Read More

There’s a sea of online resume postings out there, and with the huge number of resumes submitted via e-mail or online forms that the employers have to scrutinize, they may all start to look the same. When you’re competing with hundreds of other equally qualified applicants, you have to establish yourself as the front-runner from the get go! So how do you ensure that your online resume will stand out from the crowd and not get lost in the black hole that many of the resume databases have become? Read on; you just might find the answers in the following tips:

 

1. Make your resume keyword-rich. Recruiters and company… Read More

 

You love being around students and young learners. Imparting knowledge to other people is not just another job to you; it’s a passion and a calling. You love to teach and you know you are a good teacher. Now, how do you get hired as a teacher? Let’s start with your resume; an effective resume is absolutely essential in today’s extremely competitive job market. The question now becomes: What should it focus on?

 

1. Career Statement. Let's not confuse this with an objective, which says little about what you are all about. In your Career Statement, you need to be specific and let the employer know… Read More

Don’t mind getting a natural tan? Are you the type who’s not afraid to bask in the sun the whole day? Sitting on a desk on a cozy computer chair inside an office doesn’t appeal to you at all? If this is sounds like you, then read on. There are plenty of job options for people who love the sun. There’s simply no reason for you not make a living under the (weather) conditions you simply love.

 

Hospitality Jobs If you really love the sun that much, then move to a place where it’s always sunny. Try hospitality jobs in hotels or resorts around the country, or perhaps somewhere in the Caribbean, Cayman Islands,… 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

 

 

So you're a law enforcer or a military person? Most people think being in the military or law enforcement makes one appear tough. That may be so, but it's also tough to enter the service. You are probably aware that even as you read this there are a lot of people like you who share the same dream of landing a job in the military or law enforcement. Competition can be very fierce. Here are a few things to remember when you craft a winning resume that highlights your career as a public servant.

 

1. Education: Accentuate the Details. Let the officer know that you came from a good school and… Read More