I met with a client the other day who was feeling down on his luck. He was a successful entrepreneur, but he was hitting a wall in trying to re-enter the workforce (even with the awesome resume we crafted together). He said he was hearing crickets after applying for roles that seemed like the perfect …
Two “Out of the Box” Communication Strategies to Get a Job Read More »
A client was recently contacted by a “recruiter” about an attractive job opportunity. Upon submitting their resume, the recruiter said it wasn’t “ATS compliant.” Of course, the recruiter knew a resume-writing service that could revise it. Urgently. My client immediately contacted me. This is never a message I like to receive. Did I do something …
Beware of Resume-Writing Scams: Protect Your Career and Wallet Read More »
If you’re confused about resume writing, don’t feel bad (there’s your first “don’t”!). There is more conflicting information on the internet about what you should or shouldn’t do with your resume than about whether wearing a mask prevents Covid! Ugh. Here’s my general guidance for you – it’s one word: EMPATHY. If you were sitting …
Because your LinkedIn profile is often the first impression you make on recruiters and potential employers, it’s essential to make it count. A cover image is one way to stand out and make a strong visual impact. What is a LinkedIn Cover Image? A LinkedIn cover image is a banner at the top of your …
Get Noticed by Recruiters: The Power of a Strong LinkedIn Cover Image Read More »
Entrepreneurship is hard. It requires a great deal of hard and soft skills. Titanium resolve. Dogged tenacity. Unwavering faith. At first glance, it makes sense to create a resume that screams, “Hey! I’m an entrepreneur!” Think of all the good things you get from an entrepreneur! But there are a few big red flags that …
Entrepreneurs Entering the Corporate World: How to Tackle the Elephants Read More »
You’ve scoured the internet for resume templates, and the infographic-style ones with photos captivated you. I’m with you. Eye-catching! And, if you live in the Middle East (except for Israel), China, certain parts of the EU, Greece, or Argentina, a photo template works great. However, in the United States and most other countries excluded from …
Why a Picture Worth a Thousand Words on Social Media has Negative Value on a Resume Read More »
I’m not a researcher or an academic, so my little pea brain screams and my body shakes when I’m handed a resume with densely packed content. “You want me…to read this? The whole thing? Moi? I’ll pass.” I think my sentiment here represents the majority of recruiters who are inundated with resumes from people who are …
KISS and Tell: How to Simplify Your Resume for Greater Impact Read More »
It may appear I haven’t been writing much, but not so! I’ve been blogging on Medium to reach a broader audience. Please check out my articles below.
Imagine you’re trying to sell your house. You’ve listed on all the popular real estate sites, but the only sign you could find to hang out front says, “Desperate to Sell!” in big, bold, green letters. It’s an attention grabber, for sure, but does it inspire confidence in buyers and compel them to make you …
LinkedIn’s #OpentoWork feature is a great way to say, “Help! I’m desperate!” Read More »
