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Top 4 Resume Mistakes that Could Cost You the Job

kimberlyben — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:09:37 +0000

You’ve probably heard the saying: “Looking for a job is a full-time job.” That’s pretty accurate. In a rocky job market, it can take quite a bit of effort to find gainful employment. Your first order of business ids making sure that your resume is in order. When preparing your resume avoid the top four mistakes that could get in your way of finding the perfect job. Full Article

How to Use Social Media in Your Job Search

kimberlyben — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:06:59 +0000

People often find jobs through other people in their network. That’s what’s made social networking sites like LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter so popular. The goal of these sites is to build connections with others. You can even successfully leverage these connections to assist with your job search. Full Article

4 Tips for Writing a Winning Cover Letter

kimberlyben — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:05:07 +0000

When going for a specific job opportunity, most employers expect to receive a cover letter along with a resume. It is another important job search tool and should be written to substantiate and highlight the information your resume contains. Full Article

4 Benefits of Using a Chronological Resume

kimberlyben — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:03:36 +0000

When it’s time to create, or update, your resume in preparation of finding a new job, you may find the experience more challenging than you expected. One issue that often stumps job seekers is choosing the right resume format. The two most common formats are the chronological and function resume. The question is: which format is best at positioning you as an ideal candidate? The answer: the format that best presents your qualifications, skills and experience; however, the chronological format is used most often. Full Article

Resume Tips for Creative Professionals

kimberlyben — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:55:00 +0000

Image is everything when you’re a job seeker. In fact, your resume is a prospective employer’s first impression of you. This is especially true of anyone seeking job opportunities in a creative field like graphic design or media production, so it’s important to make that first impression count. Combine powerful content with a professional layout to get their attention and keep your resume from ending up in the slush pile. Full Article

How to Use Keywords in Your Resume to Improve Your Online Job Search

kimberlyben — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:52:04 +0000

Including keywords in your resume is a job search strategy you can’t afford to ignore. Keywords are words or phrases used to help job seekers find jobs and employers find the right candidate to fill available positions. Put them into a search engine the same way you would normally search for information on the Internet. Certain industry buzzwords will often yield better search results. For instance, you’ll find better opportunities searching online for “retail project management” than you will if you use the term “retail” alone. Full Article

6 Strategies that Capture Reader Interest in Your Resume

kimberlyben — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:49:31 +0000

Resumes are an essential tool in the job search process. Whether you’re contemplating a new career, or seeking a promotion, the information in your resume can position you as the best candidate. Before an employer ever considers meeting with you in person, your resume is all there is to go on to determine whether to toss your resume into the “slush pile” or put you on the list to be contacted for an interview. Your resume will need to get the reader’s attention, keep her interested and create a desire based on your qualifications, and then motivate a prospective employer to take action by contacting you about the next step forward in the recruiting process. The following strategies can help improve your resume’s chances of getting you noticed. Full Article

How to Work With a Certified Professional Resume Writer

kimberlyben — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:44:34 +0000

Professional resume writers specialize in creating resumes, cover letters and other career documents for job seekers. They stay current on trends that affect employment and the job search process, as well as strategies and techniques that can position a job seeker as the best candidate for the job they’re seeking. Full Article