In my role as a certified professional resume writer, I had an opportunity earlier this year to interview Jeff, a job seeker whose career included
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LinkedIn Myths, Misnomers and Mishaps
LinkedIn is a social site — a place for finding others and getting found. From personal experience as an executive resume writer, I can say
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
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
Why, How and When Should I be Active on LinkedIn? The Science and Strategy Behind Content Sharing
Why Should I Be Active on LinkedIn? From a job search standpoint, the notion that LinkedIn is THE place to see and get seen is
The True Story of a Successful 3X Career Changer
As a career storyteller and executive resume writer, my favorite part of the resume consultation is hearing the fascinating journeys of others. I got the
Is it Ageism? Or Something Else? Your Best Plan to Combat Potential Age Discrimination During Your Job Hunt
It is rare to find an industry free from ageism or discrimination based on someone’s age and not objective performance criteria — but in my experience
Thinking About Hitting the Brakes on Your Job Search this Holiday Season? Think Again
From now through New Years, calendars become filled with a combination of merriment, preparing for merriment and counting the days until we get a few
Finding it Hard to Translate Your Value? When it Comes to Resumes + LinkedIn, Follow These 3 Storytelling Rules
When it comes to preparing career marketing materials, from resumes to LinkedIn profiles, my goal is to always ensure the reader can connect the dots
How to Write a Resume + Tell a Career Story that Stands Out – By the Numbers
Even companies that write resumes know that writing one that gets read and gets callbacks is tough. Trying to boil work struggles and successes onto
LinkedIn’s New Look and What It Means for Your Profile
LinkedIn changed its look a few months back. As someone hired for resume and LinkedIn professional services, I can attest to this fact: If you
Why You Must (and How) to Avoid 4 Common Resume Mistakes
Thanks to a strong job market and a high number of people flocking to it – competition for top jobs and pay are steeper than