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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.
Getting the Most Out of an Unpaid Internship
Careers Done Write is pleased to have Elaine Hirsch as our guest poster. Elaine Hirsch is kind of a jack-of-all-interests, from education to technology to public policy, so she is currently working as a writer for various education-related sites and writing about all these things instead. An internship allows college and university students to receive real-world…
Résumé Help: Clichés to Avoid…Please!
If a recruiter or hiring manager has read it once, they’ve read it one thousand times, “To obtain a challenging position in a fast paced environment that will allow for personal growth and career advancement.” Think about it, what exactly is that statement telling the reader that is not obvious for any job seeker? Nothing! …
How to let potential employers know you would relocate
Debra, How do I tactfully let potential employers know that I can relocate my household for an opportunity at my expense? It seems employers are reluctant to interview people who are not currently living in the area. Is there a strategy to deflect my current location in the pre - screening process? Thanks, Brian Dear…
The 48 Laws of Power and The Art of Happiness
Following a conference at the historic Arizona Biltmore, the chief marketing officer of an e-commerce company shared tidbits of advice with a few of us. Amidst the photos of historic Hollywood legends, artists, and business pioneers in the lobby, he explained his business philosophy, as well as fears he was battling as a leader. He shared…
Résumé Help: Position Overview Polish
So many candidates are very close to having an excellent résumé, but they miss the mark in a few categories and as a result the candidate misses great job opportunities. So is the case with Mason. We recognize immediately that the appearance could be better. The greenish color is not the best choice. Objectives are…
How to get co-workers to reply to emails
Dear Deb: There are a couple of co-workers who do not reply to my email messages. Even when I kindly ask for a reply or when I am asking who is able to attend a presentation, I get no response from certain people. I follow the rules of netiquette. I keep my emails brief, on-topic,…
Need More Experience? Try an Externship
Perhaps you are a recent graduate without professional experience, or you may be a seasoned worker who is currently unemployed and seeking a career change. In either case, the lack of specific work experience can pose a challenge, especially in a tough job market. Many candidates research new occupations and build work experience through externships. …
Résumé Help: How to Handle the Lack of a College Degree
Clara’s résumé has many areas we could improve. Overall, Clara’s presentation is very vague. She covers many of her general duties and provides a confusing an overview of how she has gained basic knowledge. This document needs to be restructured and rewritten with the benefit of new details about her accomplishments. Today, we will take…
Should I make myself younger to compete in job market?
Dear Deb: I work for a large aerospace company. We just lost our contract and everyone in our location has been offered the option of moving from California to Maryland or taking severance. I elected severance. When I met with the job search counselor, she suggested that I get Botox and update my hairstyle to…
Breaking into a Hedge Fund Career
After a grueling time in investment banking, you are ready to drop the 60-hour work weeks and dramatically boost your income by shifting to a hedge fund job. You are looking forward to life on the buy-side. What can you expect? You will continue to spend time with your friend, Excel, and you will keep your…