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If you’d asked me 7 or 8 years ago which tool was more critical for a job search – a resume or LinkedIn, I would’ve
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Career change is more complex now with online visibility required, particularly on the most important social network for professionals — LinkedIn. LinkedIn for career change
How to Use Your New Degree to Launch a Career Change
It’s never too late to get a jump start on a new career. Many enter graduate programs after years in the workforce with the goal
What You Must Know if You Are Putting Together Your Resume for the First Time in Years
I often help executives who reach out to me for job search advice or to get a resume professionally written. They’re great at what they
8 Must-Know Tips for Over-50 Job Hunters
I often work with older GenX job seekers, younger Baby Boomers and those who haven’t conducted a search in years, who come to me for executive
How to Write a Manager Resume When You’ve Never Been a Manager
Want to take on a leadership role but have yet to hold a manager title? Eager to post for a role and the job description
The Biggest Resume Killer? Ignoring Lessons from News Writing
Journalists refer to the “lead” as the first few sentences that quickly tell the reader what the story is about. The phrase “never bury the
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The term “resume reading” should be obsolete in today’s job market. Given that the average reader spends between six and 20 seconds on the first
Mastering the Interview Terrain: How to Tailor Your Prep for Every Type
While interviews remain a chance for decision makers to evaluate you and vice versa, the past few decades have introduced some new interview formats into the game.
How to Write a Cover Letter When Trying to Make a Career Change
As someone who specializes in resume and cover letter writing services, I can say without a doubt that when it comes to cover letters, there’s
Dealing With and Preparing for Layoffs – 2025 Edition
In an ideal world, layoffs are performed as part of a large-scale plan to eliminate the dead weight and retain top talent. As we saw