“At first glance, my job history looks scattered!” Sound familiar? As a resume writer, I hear this all the time. For those of us (present
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Job Search Advice from a Life Sciences Recruiter
As an Executive Resume Writer, I get to tap into the wisdom of decision-makers, including recruiters, and share that intel with my own clients. With
Has it Been Years Since Your Last Job Search? How to Organize and Spend Your Time Wisely
If it’s been longer than 5 years since you’ve dipped your toes in the job search waters, it’s important to understand that some key components
8 Smart Steps for Job Hunting at 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 executive
Stand Out or Blend In: 3 Essential Strategies for Executives Navigating a Competitive Job Market
It’s not you — job search has gotten increasingly hard since 2024 — thanks to companies tightening their belts and the rise of AI tools
How Your Resume Must Resemble a News Article to Get Past that First Scan
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
Why Two Steps Forward and One Step Back Isn’t a Bad Thing
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
Never Bury the Lead: Lessons from Journalism Applied to Resume and LinkedIn Writing
“Never bury the lead” is a common phrase from journalism. Burying it can cause a reader to lose interest and stop reading. Actually, the term
Before and After: How to Transform Your Resume and Give it a Competitive Advantage
I hold firm to the belief that social media is critical to connect with your network and tap into opportunities — and that without it
Ready, Set, Go! Be Prepared to Hit the Ground Running During Your Job Search in 2026
I doubt many could have predicted the job search journey that was 2025 — so I’m not here to make any predictions about 2026 —
Why Now Is NOT the Time to Put Your Job Search on Pause
Once the Thanksgiving tryptophans take over, it easy to consider taking the next few weeks off. In fact, many job seekers consider now the perfect
3 Reasons Why Winter is the Best Time to Job Hunt
As with everything, professional resume writers and hiring managers agree that recruiting cycles have peaks and valleys. This is according to an article appearing in Monster and