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| resume help | 8/11/2009 |
Q: i just graduated with a BS economics as of june 30 2009.iam stuck with some points in building my CV ...
A: Have you officially graduated? If so, you can write: Bachelor of Science in Economics, 2009 Name of ...
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| Salary question | 8/6/2009 |
Q: I was employed as a software engineer from 1999 through 2003. So basically I have 4 years of ...
A: First, you were certainly NOT unemployed since 2003. Self-employment is still employment, so make ...
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| Customizing cover letters and resumes | 8/5/2009 |
Q: As you know it's a good technique to try to match every resume and cover letter with the company's ...
A: Great question! I don't think submitting a reworked resume reflects poorly on the candidate at all. ...
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| Salary question | 8/4/2009 |
Q: I'm applying for a job but the company is requesting to include salary expectations in the email. ...
A: Chuck, Including a range for your salary expectations would be perfect. Before you do, however, do ...
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| Self employed question | 7/29/2009 |
Q: I have been self employed for the last couple of years working from my home and I'm now filling some ...
A: Great question! For the position or job title, list a functional title that aligns with your career ...
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| Application form question | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I am filling a company application for and got stuck with the following"Please state why you should ...
A: Since most job seekers have difficulty communicating their potential value to a new employer, the ...
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| Application form question | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I am filling a company application for and got stuck with the following"Please state why you should ...
A: Basically, the company wants to know, "Why should we hire YOU?" This is your chance to spell out the ...
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| Cover letter question | 7/3/2009 |
Q: What do you think of the following cover letter opener? "In reviewing my resume, you will find that ...
A: That is a great cover letter opener. I only have two suggestions: 1. Reword the phrase, "all the ...
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| Linkedin | 6/17/2009 |
Q: How effective and safe is to subscribe to linkedin? I am hesitant about joining in this site ...
A: I would not mention that you were unemployed for 6 years due to medical reasons. I would either ...
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| Linkedin | 6/17/2009 |
Q: How effective and safe is to subscribe to linkedin? I am hesitant about joining in this site ...
A: LinkedIn is a fantastic professional networking tool, and I highly recommend it. In fact, if you are ...
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| Salary hitstory | 6/10/2009 |
Q: I want to apply online for a job via the company's website. Problem is I don't like to put salary ...
A: and thank you for your question. Unfortunately, there isn't a good solution to this. Hiring managers ...
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| left comp then returned | 5/29/2009 |
Q: I worked for a company and was promoted twice. I left the company due to work/life conflict, then ...
A: Here is a good format for that situation: ...
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| Canadian resumes | 5/18/2009 |
Q: Are there any special issues to consider when writing a resume for a potential Canadian employer? ...
A: Resume guidelines for Canada and the U.S. are very similar. The major differences are in spelling ...
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| Resume help. | 4/9/2009 |
Q: I have attended 4 community colleges and am getting ready to graduate from a University this summer. ...
A: Great question! You only need to list your degree and the name of the degree-granting university. ...
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| Current resume trends/formats | 4/5/2009 |
Q: Michelle! I am 50-years-old, and I'd like to update my "dinosaurian" resume. Since I was ...
A: A great resource to start with is www.careerperfect.com. They have articles, tips, and plenty of ...
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| Objectives | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I was recently laid off from work because the store I closed. I worked there for almost 4 years. I ...
A: First, objectives are rarely used in resumes; they have been replaced with the more effective ...
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| Job search boards | 3/22/2009 |
Q: I am having difficulty with my current job search. I am in my mid 40's and have been a highly ...
A: Based on my work with pharmaceutical sales clients, the best strategy, by far, seems to be ...
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| Listing certification on resume | 2/6/2009 |
Q: I'm trying to put together a resume to submit to a temporary staffing agency that summarizes all of ...
A: Is the food handler's certification a requirement of your target job? If so, it should be ...
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| hello | 2/1/2009 |
Q: I am a sophomore in college and am starting to look for internships in my field of Finance. However ...
A: An American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII) resume is an electronic resume used to ...
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| "condensed" Resume | 1/17/2009 |
Q: Michelle, What do you think of a strategy where I would only submit a version of my Resume for the ...
A: David, Thank you for your question. Typically, you should only include 10-15 years of experience on ...
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| unfinished degree | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I am currently taking up Medical Insurance billing and will be finishing soon. I took up Mass ...
A: Anita, Thank you for your question. To include your mass comm coursework, structure your Education ...
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| Listing a Ged acquired after college experience | 12/24/2008 |
Q: I attended high school throughout 12th grade and then a university for a year only to find out that ...
A: Michelle, Thank you for your questions! I see two questions here: (1) how should you list your ...
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| Caregiver Issues | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I worked for 13 1/2 years for one company, the company was sold and I was laid off. At the same ...
A: Evelyn, This is a common question, and addressing a substantial employment gap can be difficult. The ...
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| too simple | 12/20/2008 |
Q: I have a resume that I've been using for a while and it's medical so I need to be sure its good. But ...
A: Shari, Thank you for your question! Your resume is not set up well for medical assistant ...
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| Salary History | 12/1/2008 |
Q: Ms. Penn. First of all, thank you for your time to help with my question. My question is regarding ...
A: Edward, Thank you for your question. Salary expectations / requirements should go in the cover ...
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| listing a degree program I am enrolling in | 11/12/2008 |
Q: I am enrolling in a program to get a MLIS, starting in January. I feel confident that I will be ...
A: Anna, This is a tough one. On one hand, you want potential employers to know that you are pursuing ...
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| what to put on a resume | 11/5/2008 |
Q: I have been out of the workforce since may of 2005, I moved to Florida with husband and children and ...
A: Liz, Great question! This is a very common problem for professionals returning to the workforce. ...
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| Resume | 10/6/2008 |
Q: I have a question regarding resume building, the thing is I'm very much interested in participating ...
A: Albina, That absolutely makes sense, and it's great that you're thinking of your professional career ...
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| Resume | 10/5/2008 |
Q: I have a question regarding resume building, the thing is I'm very much interested in participating ...
A: Albina, Thank you for your question. Participating in school associations and events can add a lot ...
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| Gap in employment? | 9/17/2008 |
Q: I was terminated by my employer with a 6 month severance package in April 2007.I'm still in legal ...
A: Yes, employers can find out your actual dates of employment when they check references. However, you ...
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| resume review | 9/16/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could help me improve my resume by reviewing it (looking it over). If this ...
A: Emily, You can either cut and paste your resume into a new / follow-up question for me (mark it as ...
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| Resume | 9/9/2008 |
Q: I have a question regarding resume building,I was wondering if it's okay to place some ...
A: Yes, for the most part, candidates with little professional experience can benefit from including ...
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| Resume | 9/8/2008 |
Q: I have a question regarding resume building,I was wondering if it's okay to place some ...
A: Albina, The quick answer to your question is, "No, irrelevant activities should not be included on ...
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| Gap in employment history | 8/24/2008 |
Q: I am a 22 year old undergraduate with four years of employment history in hospitality/retail. I quit ...
A: Danielle, Employment gaps in a resume can be tricky. There are a couple of ways you can go: 1. ...
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| Resume help and career advice | 8/23/2008 |
Q: I am a matured woman, aged 51 from Malawi, in Southern Africa. My efforts of 2 years in seeking for ...
A: Kulsum, Thank you for your question. I offer CV/resume writing services through my website at ...
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| qualifications brief | 8/3/2008 |
Q: thanks
A: Demetrius, Thank you for your question! A qualifications brief (alternatively called a Profile or ...
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| "Designed resume" vs regular resume | 7/30/2008 |
Q: I'm a recent college graduate who majored in graphic design and now looking for a job. So far any ...
A: Derick, Great question! I would not recommend using the "designed" resume for office personnel ...
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| letter of intent for a promotion | 7/29/2008 |
Q: I need help figuring out how to write a letter of intent, i am planning on applying for an associate ...
A: Angela, Thank you for your question! The fact that you were asked by a supervisor to apply for the ...
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| seeking job as professor | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I have two BA's from a UC school, and just got my MBA last month. My short term goal is to get hired ...
A: Ryan, My answer is "both." Apply for both full-fledged teaching positions and assistant/TA ...
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| Lots of Contract | 7/14/2008 |
Q: 1. I have allot of contract work alot of my jobs are 2 months to 1 year I want to group then ...
A: Jennifer, Thank you for your question! Including temp or contract positions on a resume can be a ...
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| Resume help.. | 7/14/2008 |
Q: Michelle, I saw you website and would like to know if I have to re-start the process through the ...
A: Andres, You may work directly with me rather than another writer. I would be happy to personally ...
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| Resume help.. | 7/14/2008 |
Q: I am writing because I am desperate. I haven't been able to land a job, and I feel my resume is one ...
A: Andres, Thank you for sending me your resume. A few notes: Overall: * Your target is somewhat ...
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| Resume help.. | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I am writing because I am desperate. I haven't been able to land a job, and I feel my resume is one ...
A: Andres, Your frustration and concern comes across in your message, and I would be happy to help you. ...
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