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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.
Resume Help - Sales Representative Jobs
Today’s résumé critique is actually from a client who said he had his résumé done by a résumé writer. When I asked if the writer was certified, he couldn’t tell me for sure, so I don’t know if this was the case; but it goes to show that it is important to research the background…
Tax Deduction for Job Search
Q. A friend of mine told me that I can deduct the expenses related to my job search off my 2010 taxes. Is this true? I figured since you are an industry expert, you would know the answer. Thank you. WS, Nyack, NY A. In fact, your résumé and cover letter, along with certain items…
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’…
How not to Advance to the Second Interview
It used to be that you could send in your resume, you would get called in for an interview, you would WOW them on the spot and be working the next Monday. No more! Now, it is more common than not to have to pass a phone screen before you get to see anyone face-to-face. …
Choosing a Professional Resume Writer
I recently met with a young lady who told me she had gotten about four different opinions on how best to present her résumé. At this point, she was understandably confused and frustrated. I spent some time with her explaining what to look for in a good résumé writer; and after we were done with…
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…