My mother always said when I complained about work – “If a job was the RIGHT work, the RIGHT hours, the RIGHT salary AND makes
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Transform your Resume into One that’s ATS-friendly in 6 Steps
Applicant Tracking System Software (or ATS) is the software that reads your resume when you apply for a job online. The telltale sign ATS is
The Power of Networking in 3s: A Fast-Track Path to Getting Interviews
In today’s competitive job market, a resume and cover letter alone won’t cut it. You likely will benefit from a supportive network to carry you
How to Explain a Career Gap on Your Resume
Often times, applicants must explain a career gap on their resume. Whether you got laid off, took a break to care for a loved one,
Should You Invest in a Professional 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
8 Musts for Over-50 Job Hunters
I often work with older GenX job seekers, younger Baby Boomers and those who haven’t conducted a search in years, who come to me for executive
Unleash Your LinkedIn Potential: 3 Simple Steps to Break Out of Your Comfort Zone and Get Active
The idea of being active on LinkedIn has been known to induce eye rolls from those who view anything other than having a complete LinkedIn
How to Use Your New Degree to Launch a Career Change
It’s never too late to get a jump start on a new career. Many enter graduate programs after years in the workforce with the goal
7 Questions I Ask My Clients To Get Them Really Thinking About Their Career Story
Start to put together the different pieces of your personal journey by answering the questions below (that I use in my role as a professional
6 Pitfalls to Steer Clear of During a Career Change
Curveballs or unexpected events have a way of making us re-evaluate and reprioritize what is important. As an Executive Resume Writer, I’m seeing a huge
3 Things Executives Must do to Differentiate Themselves When Job Hunting in the Face of Tough Competition
It’s not you — job search has gotten increasingly hard in 2024 — thanks to companies tightening their belts and the rise of AI tools
Conquer the Job Hunt: 3 True Tales of Struggle and Success with Resume Writing Strategies
CHALLENGE #1: Trying to Make an Industry/Career Change Like so many I’ve seen as a professional resume writer, the pandemic was a wake-up call for