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ATS: A Non-Techie’s Take on How Job Seekers Should Proceed When Submitting their Resume Online
There are few things more confusing for job seekers than the role that Applicant Tracking System (ATS) software plays in the screening process, and how
How to Explain a Career Gap on Your Resume
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Why Your Resume Shouldn’t Be a Replica of Your LinkedIn
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Finding Strength in Stumbles: Why Progress Isn’t Always Linear
Two steps forward, one step back. We use this phrase to express our frustration when our efforts aren’t yielding results or when progress made feels
3 Ways to Take Your Resume to the Next Level in 2025
It seems the job search rollercoaster (and struggle) of 2024 hasn’t come to an end just yet. As a resume writing professional, I can attest
3 (slightly hidden) LinkedIn Tools to Help You Show Up More in Search
LinkedIn and its LinkedIn Recruiter solution are both platforms used by hiring professionals to search for qualified candidates. With the rise of AI and the
5 FREE Tools to Maximize Productivity and Achieve (some) Work-Life Sanity
If time is money, then the reverse must also be true, right? I’m always on the lookout for tools to help me get stuff done
8 Essential Tips for Job Seekers Over 50
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
Everything I Know About The Job Search … I Learned in Kindergarten
There’s a lot out there when it comes to job searching advice. As someone who pays their bills as a professional resume and LinkedIn writer,
Navigating Job Search Transition: How I Stumbled Upon Career Happiness
My mother always said when I complained about work – “If a job was the RIGHT work, the RIGHT hours, the RIGHT salary AND makes
The Power of Networking in 3s: A Fast-Track Path to Getting Interviews
In today’s competitive job market, a resume and cover letter alone won’t cut it. You likely will benefit from a supportive network to carry you