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Current and Future Resume Trends

Posted by amos on November 24, 2011

As I mentioned in an earlier blog post; the word “Resumé” is a North American term coined from the Latin and French words meaning “re-take” and “summary.” It is the word we’ve chosen to define the document which summarizes one’s education, profession and related experiences. ...

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When did “Free” Job Hunting Get So Expensive?

Posted by amos on June 9, 2011

There’s a lot of saturation in the job market these days. The attention span of hiring managers has dropped from 20 seconds to around 9 seconds. As such it’s increasingly harder to get their attention – in a good way, that is. Acquiring the services of a professional career strategist or a dedicated...

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Things you may not want to include in your resume

Posted by amos on May 19, 2011

Resumes are often the make or break portion of your job search. They can propel hiring managers to either follow-up with you regarding potential employment or throw them in the trash. But it’s often a hair-pulling challenge to figure out how you want to entice the powers that be especially in a one-to-three-page...

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Your resume: An extension of your character

Posted by amos on May 4, 2011

Job-hunting is a funny business. The first glimpse employers have of you is a one-to-three-page document. That’s why resumes are often the make or break part of your job search strategy. They’re the first thing employers see of your characteristics. We all want to showcase our best qualities on our...

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Resume Writing for 2011: Tips on how to keep your resume fresh

Posted by amos on December 29, 2010

Of the many important documents that will make or break your job search, the resume is the most important of all. While it may be enough to come up with a winning resume, you should realize that your resume is still a work in progress. Knowing the importance of reviewing and keeping it updated will help...

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Resume Rejections: Five Common Mistakes

Posted by amos on December 28, 2010

An attention-grabbing and unique resume has always been emphasized as the one that usually gets an applicant the job interview. If you don’t know how to make one, chances are you’re going to need professional help. If you’d rather do your resume all by yourself, you can always get some useful tips...

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Professional Resume Writing Services: Why Your Future Depends on Them!

Posted by amos on June 3, 2010

As an executive for almost 15 years, I am going to share with you one solid piece of advice: Never write your own resume! Honestly, who are you kidding? Can you really be objective about your own unique attributes, professional accomplishments and goals? Moreover, can you articulate them in way that...

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Ride Your Natural Talents to Your Next Job

Posted by amos on May 25, 2010

Amy Bolyard worked as a human resources executive for mortgage broker company Equity Consultants, LLC, which was repeatedly named one of Entrepreneur Magazine’s Hot 100 Fastest Growing Companies in the Nation. She helped grow the company from the ground up to over 300 employees in the first three...

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Getting into the Employer’s Frame of Mind with Your Cover Letter

Posted by amos on February 16, 2010

You don’t need an Ouija board, a crystal ball, or an alignment of the stars to tell your fate for your next job interview. Instead, rely on this one thing: knowledge. Before going into the interview, educate yourself on what goes on in employers’ heads and think of ways of making things easier for...

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The Nitty-Gritty of Resume Font, Size and Resume Formats

Posted by amos on February 3, 2010

It’s always good to stand out and make an impression. When entering the workforce, you should strive to be creative, unique and let your individual skills shine. However, one area where you don’t want to get too artistic is on your resume. Resumes actually do need to follow a rather standard resume...

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