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May 11th, 2015

Combination Resumes

combination resumes

If you’ve got a long work history, special skills or a strong track record of accomplishments, consider a combination resume. It allows you to combine the perks of chronological and functional resumes.

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May 7th, 2015

Chronological Resumes

Chronological Resumes

Looking to emphasize your employers, job titles, loyalty and success in climbing the corporate ladder? A chronological resume may be just what you need.

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May 4th, 2015

Writing a Compelling Cover Letter

writing a compelling cover letter

Everyone knows the importance of a well crafted resume, but how many job seekers fully appreciate the power of a strong cover letter? This is the first document a hiring manager reviews when considering prospective employees, and it’s the applicant’s initial opportunity to make a good impression.

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April 30th, 2015

Functional Resumes

functional resumes

Need to break away from the traditional resume format? Check out the functional resume — a popular way to cluster experience and skills.

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April 27th, 2015

How An Applicant Tracking System ‘Reads’ Your Resume

How an applicant tracking system reads your resume

Have you ever wondered where the heck your resume lands once you press ‘send’? Do you wonder if it enters a black hole that sucks in resumes, never to select them for interviews? That’s how many job hunters feel these days, as they submit resume after resume with no response beyond the perfunctory “thank you […]

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April 23rd, 2015

Writing Your Resume Objective

resume objective

You’ve probably heard a million times that employers only spend 30 seconds looking at your resume. Help get their attention by writing a targeted objective.

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April 20th, 2015

Writing a Resume Career Profile

Writing a resume career profile

To capture the attention of hiring managers, candidates often use a career profile on their resumes. Also known as a professional profile or simply a “profile”, a career profile summarizes your work, education and other relevant experiences.

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April 16th, 2015

Negotiating Pay Packages

Negotiating Pay Package

Your salary history tells an important story of how far you’ve come along a career path, so it’s fitting that a prospective employer might be interested in learning more about your past earnings. Yet it’s unfair to take a salary history at face value, because there are so often back-stories that need explaining.
Career experts say you should be prepared to discuss your salary history with a prospective employer, along with any back-stories. For example, if you changed careers and took a pay cut in the process, you’ll want to share that. Still you don’t want to put yourself at a disadvantage, so it’s important to tailor your approach to the circumstances.

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March 16th, 2015

Finding Professional and Personal Balance

work and life balance

Striking a balance between job and family demands is a common dilemma for working parents. Dads and moms alike are juggling deadlines and play-dates, presentations and soccer practice, business travel and family trips.

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March 12th, 2015

Adult going back to school: should you go back to school?

back to school

For an adult, going back to school involves a delicate balancing act. Going back to school in some form can have a huge effect on your career. Ongoing professional development is vital to your career growth,

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