It’s not you — job search has gotten increasingly hard in 2024 — thanks to companies tightening their belts and the rise of AI tools
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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
3 Ways to Take Your Resume to the Next Level in 2025
It seems the job search rollercoaster (and struggle) of 2024 hasn’t come to an end just yet. As a resume writing professional, I can attest
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
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
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
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
Networking in 3s: A Powerful Way to Find and Land Your Next Job Fast
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
6 Mistakes to Avoid a Career Change Going Wrong
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 Job Search Myths Busted and What They Mean for Career Changers
Prior to COVID-19 (or “BC” before Corona), in my role as an Executive Resume Writer, I worked with many contemplating career moves to test the