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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.
Get Your Resume Online with VisualCV
The traditional résumé is not destined to be a thing of the past any time soon; but there is a new kid in town that is giving candidates a huge boost with their job searches. As cloud technology grows, online résumés are quickly becoming the next wave to facilitate networking and drive awareness of candidates’…
Resume Help - Recent Graduate in Financial Services
Today’s résumé critique focuses on a candidate in the financial services space. We will call him Bob Smith. Bob has some work experience, but is also a recent college graduate. In his particular case there is nothing wrong with putting his education first, but Bob makes the mistake of forgetting some key elements that should…
No Job During Holidays
If you are among the nearly 2 million Americans for whom unemployment benefits will end in a few days, the quickly approaching holiday season is probably anxiety ridden, rather than being a time of cheer. According to a recent article on msnbc.com, unless Congress has a change of heart, the benefits that have helped…
Improve Your Job Search Skills
Q. Your team did a great job on a résumé revision for me last month. It looks amazing and I am really pleased. I have been submitting it to every job posting I see online and am even getting interviews, but I still haven’t gotten a solid offer on the table. What can I do…
Myths about Using Executive Recruiters
Some of my best friends and colleagues are outstanding recruiters. If you are currently looking for a job, there are a few things you need to know about what recruiters can and cannot do for you. One of the most common misconceptions is that recruiters help people find jobs. While it is true that recruiters…
Resume Help - HR Human Resources Professional
Today’s résumé critique focuses on the first part of a résumé created by a human resources professional who is actively looking for a new position. As we always do, her name and personal information have been modified to protect her identity. This example goes to show that even recruiters and HR personnel need help at…
Salary Negotiation and Negotiating Job Offers
Even though getting a job offer can be great news, everyone dreads going to the negotiation table. After all, it is not quite as enjoyable as the Thanksgiving table. Asking for more money isn’t easy, especially in today’s economy, but don’t sell yourself short. If you identify a position that you think is appropriate, but…
Resume Help - Highlight Best Job Experience
Dear Deb: I've had a discussion with a few people about a CV writing issue; and because it seems to be a popular and interesting one, I thought I'd share it with you. When a person is currently doing several things ("to present") -- ex: CEO of one company, sitting on several Boards, doing consulting,…
Resume Help - Interior Design
This week’s résumé critique spotlights an early career Interior Design graduate. Let’s call her Jasmine. Jasmine chose a very artistic header which is not depicted here. While this would not have been appropriate for an investment banker, in a field like Interior Design it was an excellent choice. The logo is very nice; but, Jasmine’s…
Age Discrimination in Employment Search
Q. I am an unemployed (now one year) Senior Systems Analyst with 30+ years of experience. Age = 61 and in good health. I have a BS in Biology and an MS in Management from an accredited State College (now University). My graduation dates are 1976 and 1977 respectively….I have attempted to age proof my…