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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.
Job search support and career inspiration
Reflecting on the clients that I have had the pleasure to work with I thought it appropriate to provide some observations regarding career search. One thing that immediately hampers a job search is poor feelings of self-worth. The power of positive thinking is something that should not be dismissed as unimportant. The happier you feel,…
Introducing a personal branding tool for professionals
A while back I posted my musings about the resume of the future. As I indicated, having a positive online presence is just as (if not more) important than a traditional printed document. Your personal brand MUST extend to the virtual world. In fact, when employers evaluate you, they look for you online. Having nothing…
Critical steps for your career transition
One of the toughest challenges job seekers face is figuring out how to make a career transition. Sometimes transition is forced; maybe jobs in your industry or area are dwindling. Other times, you want to do something different – explore new options. Whatever the situation, HOW to transition is a critical sticking point. Having worked…
Literary techniques to make your resume more interesting
What word is this? Resume Without the appropriate context, we don't know. If I put it in a sentence, "If you want the job you better brush up your resume" you immediately know what I am talking about. If I say, "Hey, you better resume your job search before all the good jobs are gone,"…
How to keep your direct manager happy
Hey, let’s face it – keeping your direct line boss happy is a big chunk of what your job entails. Your boss has the most impact on your review, your compensation, your bonus and your rise up the corporate ladder. If you make your boss happier they will make you happier – one big giant…
Professionally written resume - return on investment
How many times have you seen a job posting and thought to yourself – “I have the PERFECT background for this position!” So, you apply; nothing happens – no email, no call – nothing. You are dumbfounded; why wouldn’t you get a call? Can’t they see? Your background fits the position like a glove. I…
Average resumes don’t get job offers
Just recently I did a webinar regarding “Creating a Killer Resume.” Before the event we conducted an impromptu poll. Respondents were asked to rate their own resumes; they were given the following choices Below average Average Pretty good Perfect This is what we found More than half of the people (56%) selected average, in…
Avoiding career mistakes - improve your negative attitude
You have met them; you have been annoyed by them; you may have suffered because of them. They are the folks that always find problems; they tell you why it won't work; they always have an excuse for something that hasn't even happened yet and might never happen at all. These folks just bring down…
Resumes - your personal branding and sales pitch
Have you ever walked into a retail store with the intention of ‘just browsing’? Really, you do not need anything; you are just window shopping, passing the time. Suddenly, a salesperson approaches; she engages you in polite conversation. Before you know it, you have an entire fitting room filled with things. You are trying the…
Introducing the resume of the future - online CV
The world is dynamic, the career landscape is shifting, employers are partial to fluidity, peers want versatility, managers want resilience, clients want flexibility and yet the representation of your vocational history is static, inert, staid, single channel and unidirectional. Yes, your resume as great as it may be – although I would bet against even…