It is common for resume bullet points to start with the same old words such as managed, handles, responsible for, or assisted with. Hiring managers have heard these words over and over again. As a result, they have lost a lot of their meaning, they don’t really showcase your accomplishments and are rarely impactful. Your resume […]
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A recent conversation with a client made me realize that a lot of candidates have trouble organizing their resume’s information. Most are unsure of what should be included on a resume, what should be optional, and what should not be included. I have created this post to address this confusion and give clarity on organising
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It is your very own elevator pitch, leaving recruiters to want to read more and learn more about you. ? General guidelines to follow: Keep your summary brief. You can use two to five phrases in bulleted form or a short paragraph. Think of your summary as a snapshot of your skills, accomplishments, and knowledge.
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An interviewer might ask, “What do you consider your greatest weakness to be?” remember it’s a trick question and it might backfire if not answered carefully. Truth be told, my greatest weakness is pizza, but that isn’t what the interviewer wants to hear. It’s a job or something nature-related that they look for. Also, remember
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In the shadow of the Covid-19 pandemic, recruiting last year was extremely difficult for both recruiters & job seekers. The shortage of talent will continue to steer the job market, making it easier for job seekers to land decent roles if they play their cards right. This could also lead to higher salaries. Is 2022
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