Resume & Job Search Tips

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Beyond the Resume…the Elevator Pitch

It amazes me, but 90% of jobseekers aren’t able to quickly articulate what’s unique about them as a candidate.

It’s not as complicated as it may sound. For example, a sales executive has to be good at selling, right? So just saying you’re an excellent closer doesn’t differentiate you from the rest. However, being an excellent closer with an advanced ability to present high-level technical solutions or being an excellent closer with an ability to train, mentor and motivate team members may help. I use the initial phone call to uncover each client’s value proposition and the summary section to define it.  Read more

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Keep an “atta girl” file

Writing a resume is an incredibly stressful task that can be made simpler with the hiring of a professional resume writing service. If you do choose to write your own resume, a little preparation ahead of time can help make the process easier.

Everyone knows that the toughest part of writing your resume is figuring out your accomplishments. As silly as it sounds, most people really have trouble wrapping their heads around times they’ve excelled or gone above and beyond. Keeping an “atta girl” or “atta boy” file can really help out when it’s time to write your resume.  Read more

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LinkedIn Profile Writing Do’s and Don’ts

Having a well-written LinkedIn profile is not just a nice-to-have for today’s effective job seeker…it’s a must-have. Since its inception, LinkedIn has steadily grown in popularity and now boasts over 100 million users. That’s an astonishing amount of potential exposure for your profile. Whether you choose to go it alone or hire someone to write your profile for you, make sure to follow these do’s and don’ts.  Read more

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4 Tips to Spice Up Your Cover Letter

Cover letters aren’t just there to serve as a cover page for your resume. While the debate rages on over their importance, the fact remains that they are a part of your job search and not to be ignored. Here are some new ideas for cover letter content to keep your readers interested!  Read more

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