Did you ever find yourself questioning what you wanted to do next in your career? Did you ever think to yourself, why am I looking for another job like this or what is holding me back from doing what I really want to do? Well, you are not alone. Most job seekers have no clue what they want to do …
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Is there a cut off date concerning employment history on a resume?
Q: I have a long career history that dates back to the early 1980s. Is there a cut off date for including any of these jobs on my resume? ~ Mary, Dallas, TX A: When it comes to your entire employment history, you have to keep in mind that only the more recent achievements …
Top 10 Tips for Having a Successful Job Interview
You sent out tons of resumes and now you are starting to see results because your phone is ringing off the hook to schedule interviews. You think to yourself: The hard part is getting those interviews, so the rest is a piece of cake. Sending your resume to apply for a job is just one piece of the …
How To Follow Up With Companies After You Submit Your Resume and Apply to a Job
In a densely populated job market, you have to do everything you can to maintain a competitive edge. Your resume needs to be on point and include all of the necessary elements that personally brand you while distinguishing you from other candidates. Once your resume is polished and you apply to …
Can You Apply to a Job That You Are Not Qualified For?
Q: I really want to apply to a job that I don’t have the qualifications for. I know I can do the job if given the opportunity and training. How do I apply for the job without being passed over for someone more qualified? ~ Bin-Li, New York A: The first step in applying for any job is to create a …
Using Skill Endorsements to Enhance Your LinkedIn Profile
You finally took that step and created a LinkedIn profile. You figured since your resume writing was complete, the appropriate next step would be to add your resume to your LinkedIn profile so you could get some exposure online. Ever wonder why your LinkedIn profile seems to get you minimal results? …
Business Attire Stylists: How to Enhance Your Personal Brand During Interviews
Resume—check. References—check. Talking points for interviews—check. Directions to the interview location—check. So you think you have everything in order for your job interview, right? Wait a minute, you forgot something—your business attire! Now, you might be wondering how articles of clothing …
Resume Must-Haves
In today’s competitive job market, your resume needs to contain certain components if you want to make it through the screen out process and land an interview. Hiring managers review your resume for the essential components they place an emphasis on like qualifications, achievements, quantitative …
Federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance From Hurricane Sandy
The Governor of New York announced that New Yorkers who work and live there can apply for disaster unemployment benefits. Individuals can collect disaster assistance in the following cases: Injured in the disaster and unable to work, whether the person is an employee or self-employed. Workplace …
Keywords in a Resume
Okay, so you found that perfect job that you have been searching for and you are clamoring to send the company your resume in hopes of landing an interview. You feel fairly confident that you appeal to hiring managers and that scheduling an interview is a sure thing. Before you get ahead of yourself …