Tag Archives: Resume
Long Term Unemployment and Resume Gaps
The good news for job seekers is that the unemployment rate – at least as published by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, is gradually trending down. According to the January 2012 Employment Situation Report, the official … Continue reading
How to Send Your Resume in an E-mail
These days companies prefer applicants who send in their resumes and cover letters via e-mail. This allows HR managers to weed out unqualified candidates without going through the process of interviews and examinations. For the potential employee, though, it’s really … Continue reading
7 Things You Can’t Hide in Your Resume
Today’s guest post comes from The Undercover Recruiter written by Karalyn Brown, a resume, interview and job search consultant based in Australia. OK, I’m quite prepared to be shot down in flames from all sides for writing this. Shoot me … Continue reading
In Praise of the HR Manager
Coming back to the USA after a trip to Europe, I was ‘inconvenienced’ by an Immigration agent, who asked a few more questions that I cared to answer before showing some impatience. I was not a US citizen yet. After … Continue reading
Getting Your Resume Noticed or Writing a High Impact Resume
Over 50 percent of recruiters spend two minutes or less reviewing resumes. The judgment on whether or not to hire you, however, is typically made within five seconds. A number of steps can help you position your resume for high … Continue reading
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