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Resume Advice

March 10th, 2009

Exaggerating Qualifications

Exaggerating Qualifications

The goal of any good resume is to get an interview. Think of your resume as a marketing document, which, if written well, can get you further ahead than the many candidates applying for the position.

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March 4th, 2009

How to Market Yourself Online

How to Market Yourself Online

With employers spending more time reviewing information online, job seekers need to understand how to market their resumes. Resumes that have relevant keywords, are current, and visible in high traffic areas, will attract hiring managers.

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January 13th, 2009

Resume career profiles sizzle when you add numbers

Resume career profiles sizzle when you add numbers

Resume career profile writing can make a huge difference in your job search. By taking the time to create a powerful resume career profile, you can stand out from other candidates.

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December 3rd, 2008

Sample human resources resume

View a sample human resource resume

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November 21st, 2008

Apply for jobs online

Apply for jobs online

Apply for jobs online? Seems like that’s the usual way to find work these days. If you want to apply for jobs online, it’s important that you follow directions set out by the potential employer.

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November 21st, 2008

Personal websites and email addresses for jobseekers

Personal websites and email addresses for jobseekers

Jobseekers increasingly refer employers to personal websites and email addresses. Done right, personal websites provide a great opportunity to showcase your professional personality, work experience, work samples, testimonials and portfolio pieces.

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November 21st, 2008

E-Mail Etiquette: Know the Rules

E-Mail Etiquette:  Know the Rules

When you attend a business meeting, you probably don’t use the wrong fork or slurp wine from fine glassware. Just as it’s important to have good table manners at a luncheon, it’s essential that you mind your e-mail manners in the workplace.

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November 21st, 2008

Reasons to Update Your Online Resume

Reasons to Update Your Online Resume

Reasons to update your resume could fill a novel the size of War and Peace. Whether you’re actively looking for a new position or firmly planted in the greatest job of your life

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