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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.
Résumé Help: Uncovering Your Unique Accomplishments!
Today we see a portion of an executive’s résumé. This example is from Gladys. Gladys describes a leadership position that she held for nine years, yet we do not see any measured results. In fact, we do not see anything particular to the candidate. We see a series of very general functions that almost…
Embrace Your Baldness
Dear Deb, Could you please look at my LinkedIn profile photo and give me your honest opinion? I am 38 years old and because of premature balding, I look 50! I tend to wear this Fedora. It’s kind of retro. A friend told me that I can’t wear a hat in my profile photo. Furthermore,…
Linkedin infographic
With the continued popularity of Linkedin, we created an infographic depicting some key information to provide a 'picture' of Linkedin's value.
Showing results on a résumé
Dear Debra: I have read in your blog that it is important to show measured results, such as sales figures. I don’t have records going back through my entire eight-year history; can I make an estimate? Or should I just say that I increased sales? Thanks in advance for your advice! Rick Dear Rick,…
Do You Want That on Your Permanent Record?
If you don’t believe me, Google your name and see what is on your permanent record. Better for you to be aware of what prospective employers or recruiters are seeing when they investigate you. It is not just what you post, but what others post about you. You may be mentioned on other sites.…
Résumé Help: Sell Yourself through Examples of Achievements
In today’s example we see the résumé for David, an insurance executive on the rise. Based on this résumé, the hiring company would never know David’s true potential. The reason is a lack of details of the scope of his responsibility. Also, his achievements are missing. Achievements are the best way to sell a…
How do I handle a career transition on my résumé?
Hi Deb! I earned my bachelor’s degree in finance and soon will earn my MBA with a concentration in finance. Recently, I have really become interested in human resources. I have no work experience in HR. I’ve researched it and talked to people in HR positions. Week after week, I feel more…
Safety Advice: Violence in the Workplace
I hesitated to write such a gruesome topic. After hearing of another shooting incident not too long ago I could not ignore the topic. Sadly, violence is a reality in our lives. According to the U.S. Justice Department, workplace homicides average 500 a year in the U.S. Although we may not be able to completely…
Résumé Help: No Margin for Error
Today we are looking at margins and white space. Although a page margin of .25” is safe for most printers, it is difficult to read a dense document that is printed that close to the edges. I would recommend keeping a .7” or .8” margin. The lowest ever to go is .55” for readability and…
What is the best way to present my education?
Dear Deb: I need your help regarding my recently-updated resume. I earned a Bachelor of Arts from a small obscure college, name withheld, that is now closed. I received my MBA from a well-known university. My neighbor said I should not show my undergrad degree on my resume because of the school being closed now.…