It seems the job search rollercoaster of 2023 hasn’t come to an end, and neither has the struggle. As a resume writing professional, I can
Why Two Steps Forward and One Step Back Isn’t a Bad Thing
Two steps forward, one step back. We use this phrase to express our frustration when our efforts aren’t yielding results or when progress made feels
Why Now Is NOT the Time to Put Your Job Search on Pause
Once the Thanksgiving tryptophans take over, it easy to consider taking the next few weeks off. In fact, many job seekers consider now the perfect
How to Transform Your Failed Startup into a Career Win on Your Resume
Many of my clients come to me because their startup endeavors didn’t pan out, with the hopes of returning to Corporate America for some stability,
A Tale of 3 Job Searches: One Job Seeker’s True Story of (finally!) Learning How to Land Quickly
Over the course of the last decade, I’ve supported “Joe” during 3 separate job searches. While he fortunately landed a new role each time –
4 Quick Fixes for Resume Don’ts
I don’t know about you but when I try something for the first time and get it wrong, I need someone to point out what’s
6 Key Criteria for Figuring Out Your Next Best Career Move
Consider this when you are thinking about making a career change: Every job you take is a step forward in your career. Or, a step
AI-Powered One-Way Video Interviewing – How to Put Your Best Foot Forward
Along with everything else, the pandemic changed up interviewing. As a resume consultant, I noted the rise of AI-driven digital or virtual, on-demand video interview
How to Transform a Seemingly Scattered Job History into a Clear and Targeted Career Story
“At first glance, my job history looks scattered!” Sound familiar? As a resume writer, I hear this all the time. For those of us (present
When it Comes to Telling Your Story, Is it Worth it to Hire a Resume Writer?
Whether you are testing the waters, looking to make a career 180, struggling with job security, or are miserable in your current role, the first
Don’t Let These 4 Job Search Myths Wreck Your Job Search
At the time of this publication, there are 151,000 (7X more than last year!) LinkedIn members who call themselves “career coaches.” Over 119,000 identify as
5 Resume and Cover Letter Tips from an Executive Resume Writer
When it comes to digesting all kinds of advice — there are some who like to read and those who prefer to listen. For that