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Debra Wheatman, President of Careers Done Write, provides expert insight to the job search process that puts your career in gear with tips for interviewing, networking, job search strategies and how to create a winning resume and cover letter.
LinkedIn: What You May Be Missing
You set up your LinkedIn profile because you have been indoctrinated to believe that a professional must have a LinkedIn presence. Online networking is critical, right? You join groups, “like” comments, and grow your network. That’s a great start, but many people are missing something. Here are a few elements to consider. Skills & Expertise…
College Tuition: The American Nightmare!
You can’t deny the power of a college degree when it comes to salary and long-term financial well-being. An individual (age 25 to 34) with a high school diploma earns on average $25,000 per year. An individual in the same age group with a four-year college degree earns on average $40,000 per year according to…
The Science Behind Your Résumé
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to your résumé. The trick is to be sure the most impactful parts of your résumé are viewed and absorbed by the recruiter or hiring manager. Other than mind control, (which is not an option) how can you direct the reader’s eyes to particular places…
Photo Study - A Survey of LinkedIn Profiles
The Careers Done Write team conducted an informal study of LinkedIn profile photos. They analyzed 200 profiles and categorized the photos. Of the 200, a little more than half (112) uploaded a quality headshot photo. 27 did not upload a photo. Three uploaded a cartoon image. The remainder fell in the following categories: photo of…
Three Signs That You Are on the Job Search Ferris Wheel
Have you lost control of your job search? Are you stuck on a Ferris wheel, going round and round, and not getting anywhere? If you have been searching for months without a job offer, it is time to evaluate your job search strategy and performance. Either you are not doing something that you should be…
Newman! Dealing with Difficult People
The ultimate example of a difficult person is the character Newman from the TV sitcom, “Seinfeld.” If you are a fan of the show, like me, you can imagine an exasperated Jerry, saying, “Newman!” In 2010, the character Newman was named on "TV.com's Top 10: The Most Annoying TV Neighbors." You probably have a Newman…
Deciding on a Career as a Prosecutor, beyond a Reasonable Doubt
This month blogs, news reports, and cable talk shows are full of courtroom drama. Several of these high-profile cases provide us with better entertainment that any reality show could. The Jodi Arias murder trial, O.J. Simpson’s hearing, and the sentencing of Kermit Gosnell are examples of court room dramas that have captivated the nation. What…
Font of Wisdom
No topic seems to stir the pot on our blog as the font choice for a résumé! Seriously, we discuss some heavy topics regarding careers, including unemployment policies, recovering from a lay-off, and discrimination in the workplace. Yet, there is a persistent interest in the topic of font selection. Perhaps the reason is because focusing…
How to “Come Out” in the Workplace
On Monday, Sports Illustrated posted an article on its website in which Jason Collins shares, "I'm a 34-year-old NBA center. I'm black. And I'm gay." I thought, really? It is difficult to believe this is a milestone just achieved in 2013. Some say that America and many parts of the world have made significant progress…
Looking for proof? It is there!
As Americans, countless times we sing the Star Spangled Banner. Sometimes we might stumble over the words; none the less, these words are a love song to our nation. The particular words that create the most beautiful imagery for me are “And the rockets red glare, the bombs bursting in air, gave proof through the…