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ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL RESUME VS TARGETED RESUME & JOBSEARCH ANXIETY

A one-size-fits-all resume can be detrimental to your job search as it lacks relevance, misses opportunities to highlight your qualifications, may not pass through applicant tracking systems, and fails to differentiate you from other candidates. Taking the time to tailor your resume for each job application demonstrates your commitment and significantly increases your chances of […]

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WHAT TYPE OF WORK SHOULD BE INCLUDED ON YOUR RESUME

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Clients often ask me what work should be included on a resume? What should be considered work for resume and LinkedIn profile purposes? Ask yourself these questions to decide whether an activity should be listed as work experience on a resume or not: Is it relevant to your job target?, How recent is the assignment?,

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RESUME EVOLUTION: ADAPTING TO THE CHANGING LANDSCAPE OF JOB APPLICATIONS

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Do you know how the Resume Evolution has happened over the last decade or so. As a resume writer and career coach, I can help you understand this. If you want to stay relevant in the job market, consider these points and make these changes: It is becoming increasingly common for resumes to be customized

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DO YOU KNOW WHY YOUR RESUME IS GETTING REJECTED?

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You can connect with employers through your resume, but not if it gets blocked, filtered, or thrashed away. Since there are so many applicants for jobs, a majority of resumes aren’t read. Many applications get disqualified at a glance because of typos, formatting issues, or unwanted additions. Some of the reasons these forms are filtered

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RESUME TYPOS AND ERRORS: HOW TO AVOID EMBARRASSING MISTAKES AND PRESENT A PROFESSIONAL IMAGE

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Someone’s job application read – Applying for a ‘banana peeler’ instead of a ‘bank teller’! Proofreading and editing is crucial to ensure your resume typos and errors are eradicated and you present a clear and professional image of your qualifications and abilities. Here are some common Resume typos and errors: ➡️ Spelling mistakes: ↺”Manger” instead

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