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Current Trends on Resume Length and Formats

Aug 25, 2021 | From the Career Advice Blog, Resume

We are constantly asked questions about the right length for a resume or what are the current trends for resume formats. Executives who haven’t had to update their resume in a while have more questions than answers when it comes to formatting. The best executive...

Tips to Tailor Your Resume to the Role

Aug 5, 2021 | From the Career Advice Blog, Resume, Resumes

I spoke to a client recently who wanted a resume to “cover all the bases.” In other words, it needed to be general enough in case he wasn’t the right fit for the position he was applying for, he may be considered for other open positions the company had. This is a...

Secrets to Creating a Career Changing Resume

Apr 15, 2021 | Resume, Resume Writing, Resumes

Setting out to write a resume can be an overwhelming and difficult task. Between trying to figure out where to start and knowing what to include, creating a resume for a career change is even more difficult. Since a cover letter is crucial to your chances of getting...

How to Leverage Keywords for your C-Level Resume

Mar 22, 2021 | Resume

Do you really need keywords in your resume? YES!!! If you’re trying to land a c-level position, you need them! More than three quarters of employers rely on keywords to narrow their vast pool of applicants to choose the most promising and bring them to the interview...

7 Steps Toward Your Dream Job

Mar 9, 2021 | From the Career Advice Blog, Resume

As you see that dream job in your sights, here are 7 steps to take to get you there: 1. Update your résumé. While ideally your résumé is customized for a specific job, having an up-to-date résumé targeted for a specific “type” of position is the next best thing. If...

2 Indicators it’s Time to Update Your Executive Resume

Jan 25, 2021 | Resume

An executive resume is the key piece in your portfolio, and it needs to be maintained, or it gets rusty and out of date. When should you update your resume? Here are two clues to look for: Coworkers are being promoted to positions you qualify for. If you have been...