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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| Carrer Selection | 1/24/2012 | Torski Dobson-Arnold |
| Q: I am faced with the choices of choosing between Microbiology and Chemistry. Which of these offers ... A: Can't you just double major and take up both disciplines? Also, what is your ultimate goal for ... | ||
| Strategies for young professional looking for mid-level manager position | 1/22/2012 | Ralph D. Converse, Ph.D. |
| Q: I am a young professional starting to look for a management position in marketing analysis/consumer ... A: Two observations about what you have written: (1) I think it is unlikely that you are being ... | ||
| ESL and resumes | 1/22/2012 | Anish Majumdar |
| Q: Mr. Majumdar. I am a high school student in the United States applying for a position with my city's ... A: I would recommend stating this on the resume, preferably within the opening paragraph or similar. ... | ||
| generic resume | 1/19/2012 | Jerry Leone |
| Q: Jerry Leone I'd like to create a generic resume and cover letter Can you give some useful tips to ... A: Jay K, I'm glad to help out. Like most HR people, I do not believe in using a cover letter since it ... | ||
| generic resume | 1/19/2012 | Jessica Chew |
| Q: Jessica Chew I'd like to create a generic resume and cover letter Can you give some useful tips to ... A: When writing a generic resume and cover letter, I would start first with a template. Microsoft Word ... | ||
| Follow-Up: Spinning My Wheels? | 1/3/2012 | Torski Dobson-Arnold |
| Q: Sorry about the vagueness of the original question (quoted below). I was wondering if you could ... A: SPyder, I would suggest you do more networking and informational interviews in this area to ... | ||
| employer question | 1/3/2012 | Torski Dobson-Arnold |
| Q: Torski Dobson-Arnold I applied for a job as a web developer a few days ago. I've put a list of ... A: Jay, Well, you can't lie and say that you've built additional websites and you haven't. I would ... | ||
| employer question | 1/3/2012 | Lisa Parker, CPRW |
| Q: Lisa Parker I applied for a job as a web developer a few days ago. I've put a list of websites ... A: The fact that the potential employer has shown interest in your application is great news, and the ... | ||
| employer question | 1/3/2012 | Anish Majumdar |
| Q: Anish Majumdar I applied for a job as a web developer a few days ago. I've put a list of websites ... A: The prospective employer may not have noticed the websites you listed on the resume, or is simply ... | ||
| name on resume | 1/1/2012 | Ralph D. Converse, Ph.D. |
| Q: Ralph D. Converse I am sending out my resume to many employers in search for jobs Some of the ... A: The first rule of resume writing is: don't lie. About anything. If you realistically expect an ... | ||
| name on resume | 1/1/2012 | Jessica Chew |
| Q: Jessica Chew I am sending out my resume to many employers in search for jobs Some of the employers ... A: Jay, I understand your hesitancy about wanting to pass out your information in an age where ... | ||
| Follow-Up: Spinning My Wheels? | 12/29/2011 | Torski Dobson-Arnold |
| Q: Sorry about the vagueness of the original question (quoted below). I was wondering if you could ... A: Spyder, Your inquiry continues to be very vague. Specifically, with a Masters in Education, what ... | ||
| Resume Entry For Stay at Home Mom | 12/6/2011 | Ralph D. Converse, Ph.D. |
| Q: Converse, I've been a stay-at-home mother for the last 11 years, and although I have a young toddler ... A: First, my sincere apologies for not responding sooner. Normally I would get back to you in a few ... | ||
| Resume/Cover letter | 11/21/2011 | Lisa Parker, CPRW |
| Q: I have been going to school to get into a different field. With my classes almost complete I am ... A: Throughout your efforts to identify the one "trick" that will help you get through the selection ... | ||
| Temp Job | 11/15/2011 | Torski Dobson-Arnold |
| Q: I am currently working a temp job that I got through a temp agency. It is about a 2 month assignment ... A: Sarah, If you like the job that much, I would express your excitement for the job with your ... | ||
| unfinished degree | 11/12/2011 | Lisa Parker, CPRW |
| Q: I'm in the middle of the interview process of a well-known corporation. I'm in stage 3 to be exact, ... A: For future reference, the best way to list your pursuit of higher education is to either leave the ... | ||
| Answer to selection criteria question | 11/10/2011 | Jessica Chew |
| Q: • Ability to interpret legislation, policies and procedures to effectively handle prosecution ... A: Al, I think you should give it a shot first, trying to write your CV/job application prior to ... | ||
| cv writing | 11/2/2011 | Anish Majumdar |
| Q: "Dear Expert i am currently living in Dubai, and although i do have a job at the moment, i am ... A: Wail, Thanks for writing. In my opinion, investing the time (and money) to create a professional ... | ||
| Resume and Career Help | 10/25/2011 | Ralph D. Converse, Ph.D. |
| Q: I have a difficult career situation I am hoping you can help me with. Although I have a BS in ... A: First, I would fill in the illness gap by simply saying that you had something like "extensive ... | ||
| Resume and Career Help | 10/24/2011 | Ralph D. Converse, Ph.D. |
| Q: I have a difficult career situation I am hoping you can help me with. Although I have a BS in ... A: While your situation isn't unique, it is going to be a challenge for you get back into marketing ... | ||
| resume help | 9/20/2011 | Jerry Leone |
| Q: i havent worked in over 3 years. i am going back to school studying to become a chemical engineer. ... A: J. Wilson, Your objective needs to be more specific; what exactly do you wish to do in the ... | ||
| resume | 9/19/2011 | Torski Dobson-Arnold |
| Q: Someone is keeping my resume on file, they emailed me, but since then, I have learned and am ... A: You could put it under a "Special Project" sub-section under Education and explain the value behind ... | ||
| resume help | 9/16/2011 | Jerry Leone |
| Q: i havent worked in over 3 years. i am going back to school studying to become a chemical engineer. ... A: jwilson, A few important things to remember about a resume: 1. it is intended to gain an ... | ||
| skills. | 9/12/2011 | Lisa Parker, CPRW |
| Q: Someone said they had my resume on file. I have learned new skills by taking college courses and if ... A: Update your resume to include the newly acquired skills. Prepare a short introduction and send your ... | ||
| resume | 9/6/2011 | Torski Dobson-Arnold |
| Q: Someone is keeping my resume on file, they emailed me, but since then, I have learned and am ... A: Demetrius, I would suggest that you revised your existing resume to include those skills, but don't ... | ||
| Continuing Education Units | 8/31/2011 | Anish Majumdar |
| Q: I have a degree, I have some certificates and I also have some very important continuing education ... A: Kenny, Thanks for reaching out. I would re-title the "Education" section as "Education & Advanced ... | ||
| finding a job | 8/24/2011 | Torski Dobson-Arnold |
| Q: I got my MPH 6 years ago and started working in public health research. I was laid off a year and a ... A: Kristen, The fact that you have been successful at generating interviews and even 2nd interviews ... | ||
| finding a job | 8/24/2011 | Ruth Butler |
| Q: I got my MPH 6 years ago and started working in public health research. I was laid off a year and a ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering - this landed in spam. Your resume is good....I see no problem ... | ||
| Resume confusion | 8/6/2011 | Anish Majumdar |
| Q: I am unemployed and I am trying to re-do my resume. My work experience is varied from administrative ... A: Stick with the chronological format. Recruiters/hiring agents strongly discourage functional resumes ... | ||
| Unsuccessful Resume | 8/6/2011 | Lisa Parker, CPRW |
| Q: I am unemployed and I am trying to re-do my resume. My work experience is varied from administrative ... A: It seems the biggest challenge job seekers are facing now, is getting their foot in the door based ... | ||
| resume writing | 7/30/2011 | Jessica Chew |
| Q: My hours at work were unexpectedly reduced from 50 hrs a week to 15 hrs. It has been so many years ... A: I'm sorry to hear about your recent cut back in hours. I hope that you are able to find a ... | ||
| resume writing | 7/30/2011 | Anish Majumdar |
| Q: My hours at work have been reduced from a 50 hour work week to 15 hours a week. I can't support ... A: Sheri, Thanks for reaching out. I know how difficult it can be to create a resume, especially if ... | ||
| writing resume | 7/30/2011 | Lisa Parker, CPRW |
| Q: My hours at work have been reduced from a 50 hour work week to 15 hours a week. I can't support ... A: This question is tough to answer through such a short forum, but in a nutshell - Gather your ... | ||
| Writing resumes | 7/30/2011 | Torski Dobson-Arnold |
| Q: My hours at work have been reduced from a 50 hour work week to 15 hours a week. I can't support ... A: My best advice for you is to hire someone who knows what they are doing to get you in route to a new ... | ||
| Thank You | 7/28/2011 | Lisa Parker, CPRW |
| Q: ! I just wanted to thank you for your help. I had mailed you some months ago regarding a career ... A: Outstanding! I always appreciate a success story! Thank you very much for your comments, and ... | ||
| Leaving a Job Off Your Resume | 7/20/2011 | Lisa Parker, CPRW |
| Q: I really hope you can help me! I was fired from a job I held back in 2008. When I was let go, the ... A: For just as many people as you ask this question, you will receive just as many varied responses. ... | ||
| Resume Gap | 7/18/2011 | Lisa Parker, CPRW |
| Q: I was wondering if you could help me out with a situation that I am stuck in when trying to ... A: You have a very interesting background, and it sounds like you are cut out to reach success in most ... | ||
| Lost in Limbo | 7/8/2011 | Anish Majumdar |
| Q: I feel so lost! I'm 26 and unemployed for the first time in my life. I have been bartending for ... A: Greta, Thanks for reaching out. I understand your situation- believe me when I tell you that it's ... | ||
| Resume Help and Tips | 7/6/2011 | Lisa Parker, CPRW |
| Q: I'm having a real issue with getting my resume picked up. I have taken numerous prep classes and ... A: It sounds like you need a little help from a professional. It is impossible to tell you everything ... | ||
| Health issues cause job history confusion.. | 7/5/2011 | Torski Dobson-Arnold |
| Q: ! I have a solid 25+ year job history of clerical support, customer service and, most recently, ... A: Dona, May GOD bless you and your journey! I am not sure of your spirituality, but I felt that based ... | ||
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Torski Dobson-Arnold
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Expertise
I can answer questions in regards to resume development, career transition, career planning, salary negotiation, the interview process, networking in a job fair/trade show environment, telephone screening and practically answer issue as it relates to career planning. With 10 years of being on the front lines of the applicant and recruitment process as a strategic human resources professional, I have the "insider track" to what sparks the interests of hiring managers to what top ten things you need to avoid when applying for new opportunities.
Experience
10 years in private and public strategic, professional human resources roles. 2 years as a professional resume writer, career coach. Own and operate an elite firm specializing in resume writing and other career services, Your Career Confidence, LLC (www.yourcareerconfidence.com)
Organizations
NAAAHR (National Association of African-Americans in HR)
NRWA (National Resume Writers Association)
AORCP (Association of Online Resume and Career Professionals)
SHRM (Society of Human Resources Management)
Education/Credentials
BA, Marketing Management, Mary Baldwin College, VA
MS, Human Resources Management, Troy University, AL
PHR certification (awarded in 2006)
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