When writing a resume, you’ll find that many grammar rules aren’t applied. This is because your resume is a marketing tool, and advertising in general doesn’t always conform to traditional grammar rules. The sole purpose of a resume is to capture the reader’s attention and make them curious about you, so that they contact you […]
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As a former Talent Acquisition professional, I’ve never turned down an applicant because they used a basic textual resume template. Honestly, I prefer simple to unnecessarily over-designed. All I need is a document that I can easily read that shows how you’re the right fit for the target job and accomplishments that prove it. It’s
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Creating a strategic resume involves understanding your potential employers’ needs and incorporating those into your resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile. The most effective way to do that is to understand the job description (JD) and research the company and role. Consider these tips to put that into practice: ➡️ Applying to several jobs blindly
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It is imperative that you get the most out of your job offer. There is no doubt in my mind that we all do. The reality is, however, that including unwanted information such as your salary expectations or even existing salary or putting out a declaration on your resume can be seen by hiring managers
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You probably remember the episode of Friends where Joey had to send his resume for a dance audition. Over smart Joey decided to include false statements in his resume such as: ➡️ 3 years of modern dancing with Twyla Tharp in 20+ acts. ➡️ 5 years with the American ballet theatre with 10 acts every year. All
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