Having written, edited, and critiqued literally thousands of resumes in all fields for over 30 years, I have come to the inescapable conclusion that most resumes fail to capture the attention of potential employers for 7 predictable (and curable) reasons. These are: 1. Lack of focus. Most resumes I see look like a random laundry … Read More
A banking resume objective has to be written specifically because it is a calculative world. Though the style aspects are the same for writing, you just have to apply your industry keywords to it. Writing resume objectives is one of the toughest tasks to do while writing your resume. While writing the objective statements there … Read More
Most job hunters are confused about what should be in a resume objective. This bewilderment is reasonable as there is a plethora of conflicting information posted about what a resume objective should include and the purpose. Some web articles report you must include one while others recommend omitting them altogether. Due to the fact that … Read More
The negative consequences of a poorly crafted resume cannot be overstated. You should look at your resume as a bargaining tool: it’s a document that does so much more than just inform – it compels action! Reading your resume will make your prospective employer stand up and take notice: they’ll want to know even more … Read More
It is no secret that finding meaningful and well-paying employment is more challenging now than ever before. This is where a professional resume can make a huge difference in whether a person gets the job he wants or does not. Professional resumes show potential employers that you care enough to take that extra step. For … Read More
It was only a few years ago (that is, pre 2005) when companies largely relied on human eyes to scan resumes and serve as screeners. Candidates could wow those humans eyes with action verbs alone, like “Implemented blah blah blah…,” and “Developed this and that…,” and “Conducted yada yada…”. Those were the days. A simpler … Read More
Recently there has been a dramatic surge in the number of people requesting Federal Resume Writing and KSA document preparation. My own personal theory is that given the current state of the economy people are seeking a more stable form of employment and one that pretty much ensures no layoffs. In addition to bailout money … Read More
Having a great resume is the first step to landing that ideal job. Resume writing can be the most stressful part of the job search. But it is also the most effective way to share your experience and qualifications. The purpose of your resume is to create enough interest that the employer will want to … Read More
So if you were fired should you include that job on your resume? If you dropped out of college and became ski bum for two years should that be included? If you started a business and failed should that go on your resume? Consider this TRUE resume: Lost job Defeated in run for public office … Read More
The most commonly searched keywords regarding resumes inevitably include “free” or “template” in them. Nobody wants to pay for something they think they can do themselves. A quick search will yield dozens of different services and sites offering free assistance with writing your own resume. But before you decide to sign up for any of … Read More
