The résumé is a strategic document. There’s a reason behind the way that it is structured and what is included so you can effectively convey your value to prospective employers. However, there are several things that can absolutely torpedo your résumé if you aren’t aware of them. Here are some pitfalls to avoid: 1) Accidentally… Read more »
Properly Listing Education on a Résumé
Oftentimes, I see some awkward management of how people list their education on their résumé. Here are some tips and tricks to help effectively convey your investment into your educational career to prospective employers: 1) Understand what constitutes education. The EDUCATION section of a resume actually is composed of two parts: your formal schooling (with… Read more »
Are Professional Résumé Writers Worth the Expense?
This is an oft-asked question in many online forums, and as a professional résumé writer, I thought I would weigh in as objectively as possible on such a hot topic. (And hopefully avoid being ‘salesy’ at the same time!) In my opinion, the main reason to hire a résumé writer is to ask for help… Read more »
Be Careful About How Much Résumé Info You Post Online
Exactly how much contact information should a person should list on their résumé? Some say that human resource managers won’t accept résumés that have no address listed because it could ‘conceal’ something. Others in the industry indicate that it is becoming more common to list only a contact number and name when posting a résumé… Read more »