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Much Ado About Resume Keywords
Participants in my resume workshops have sometimes expressed an almost mystical belief in keywords. They urge each other to inscribe keywords like a magic charm at the front of the resume, at the back of the resume, in profiles, in … Continue reading
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Tagged LinkedIn, LinkedIn headline, recruiters, Resumé, staffing companies
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How to Avoid an All-Nighter When They Ask for Your Resumé at Short Notice
You have a broad span of experience. You’ve been sending your resumé out diligently for weeks. You’ve tailored your resumé every time you’ve submitted it (or not). Today your agency presented you with a golden opportunity and asked for your … Continue reading
Seven Objections (Part 4): “If I Leave Something Out, They Won’t Pick Me”
The last three of the seven objections voice concerns about scope and level of detail in your Profile section: 5. I want the employer to see all my expertise (and up front is the only good place) 6. How will … Continue reading
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Tagged 3 Seconds Rule, Achievement Statements, False Assumptions, Is Choice Always Good, Resumé, Resumé profile, Summary
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