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Resume Help/Questions Answered by Expert Lisa Parker, CPRW
| Subject | Date Asked |
| employer question | 1/3/2012 |
| 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 ... | |
| Resume/Cover letter | 11/21/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| unfinished degree | 11/12/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| skills. | 9/12/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| Unsuccessful Resume | 8/6/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| writing resume | 7/30/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| Thank You | 7/28/2011 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 ... | |
| Resume Help and Tips | 7/6/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| narrow qualifications - plethora of skills | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: Parker, I have just lost my job as a scientist working in atmospheric science. I have an MSc. As a ... A: It is tough to "out-wit" the online ATS (applicant tracking system) systems if an employer ... | |
| Left my job and came back to it. | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: I was wondering how can i put it on a resume that i left a job that i worked for 1.5 years and than ... A: The response to your question should reflect two approaches to compiling your resume. One, if you ... | |
| Punctuation and Experience Gap | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: When bulleting results/experience on a resume, do you use a period? I have been told not to but one ... A: Sorry for the delay in responding - it seems my e-mail server has been having problems undergoing ... | |
| Resume for non-traditional graduate | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: Greetings I am a full-time college student in my forties and I will be graduating in 2012. I ... A: Your situation is a lot like other job seekers, so do not consider yourself at a disadvantage. In ... | |
| Covering letter help | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: Can you tell me what you think of my covering letter? Dear Sir or Madam, I would like to apply for ... A: Here are some quick tips to help you draft a more effective cover letter: 1) Carefully review your ... | |
| question | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: I have multiple interest and talent for instance 1-I have electronics and comm bachelor degree ... A: Ahmed, There are many different approaches, and it would be unfair to say which one is right. So, ... | |
| Resume Type | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: I will be doing a career change from a teacher/trainer to apparel designer/stylist in the fashion ... A: If you already have education or skills that support the target, use them right up front, and ... | |
| job offer earlier than expected | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: Lisa Parker I've applied to a position with the expectation of getting an offer in 2 - 3 months. ... A: Good Job Jake! The fact that you were contacted for an interview so quickly speaks volumes about ... | |
| Resume advice | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: My name is Ciara Stanton. I am graduating in May from Loyola University Chicago. My degree is ... A: Absolutely, you can always focus on your education if it helps you tap into opportunity. In many ... | |
| Certifications in progress | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I recently updated my resume after completing a course as an EKG technician. The national ... A: Absolutely not! Just be sure to mention the pending certifications and projected completion dates ... | |
| What am I Qualified For? | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: Parker; I recently graduated with my BSBA in sport management(I'm 37#. My problem is that the ... A: My first concern is that you paid someone to write a resume and they came up with five pages. I ... | |
| Too Much | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: I am just a college sophomore but I am building my resume up for graduation. I am a Music Business ... A: You managed to pack a lot into this question, so I cannot possibly see you having a problem with ... | |
| College Resume | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: I will be graduating from college in the spring, and I have a job interview soon. I am wondering ... A: Most colleges or institutions have career development personnel on hand and provide a work shop for ... | |
| Resume | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: Is it OK for me to put people in my without their consent even if I know them? A: I assume you want to mention others in your resume, perhaps as a reference? Always notify the ... | |
| resume education | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: I graduated college with a BS degree a couple years ago, now i am about to graduate with an ... A: List higher education first, or, the degree that best supports your goal or target position. For ... | |
| wage history resume | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: I worked for the same company for 23 years, starting as an hourly employee and ending as a General ... A: I thought it might be. Usually, the government positions are the only ones that specifically state ... | |
| wage history resume | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: I worked for the same company for 23 years, starting as an hourly employee and ending as a General ... A: Include the salary for each position you list as a previous place of employment, if the application ... | |
| wage history resume | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: I worked for the same company for 23 years, starting as an hourly employee and ending as a General ... A: You will find that providing previous wages or salary is a common requirement for many corporations ... | |
| certificate of achievement | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: which is better to get from my boss certificate of appreciation or certificate of achievement ... A: Any type of recognition from a previous employer will help you portray value as a candidate for ... | |
| Writing a resume with no job experience? | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: I'm applying to a job online where I have the option of either sending in my resume to apply for the ... A: Trying to understand what the employer may be looking for can be tough. In many cases, an employer ... | |
| returning to work force after 5 yrs on disability | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I am a 43 yr old female that is currently in the middle of a review for continuing disability. I ... A: I can sense your concern about trying to return to the workforce with a medical condition; the last ... | |
| References | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: How can I find out if I am getting bad references from an ex-employer? I am constantly applying for ... A: Well, aside from the obvious answer of "asking the parties involved", you may not ever find out. In ... | |
| Same job description at two different companies | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I have worked for two different companies in the same capacity and am wondering how best to provide ... A: Usually, a writer will take a look at the whole picture to develop a strategy in presenting your ... | |
| Incomplete degree course | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: I am taking a part time degree (duration of 4 years) now. But I failed half of the modules in year 3 ... A: Of course you can include the completed education you mention in your resume. A wise choice would ... | |
| Incomplete Education | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: What is the best way to state that I am working towards earning my B.S. in Environmental Science. ... A: Sorry for the delay in responding, things seem to be a bit hectic lately! For your question, I ... | |
| Resume for Informational Interview | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: For two years in college I was employed part-time by a company who offered full-time employment to ... A: It is not uncommon to take a few years after graduating to decide on the career path that fits you ... | |
| what do i do? | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: I recently graduated high school, and i didn't go to college. I have not been able to find a job ... A: In most cases, a young job seeker will not be expected to have a resume. In order to build a viable ... | |
| My Resume | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: I've recently relocated back to California with 8 years of experience in warehousing. I'm finding it ... A: Hmmm........ I have no way of providing you a valid answer without seeing what value you are ... | |
| Lots of Experience at one job. | 10/16/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to help my husband create his resume. He has about 7 years experience at his current job ... A: Great Question! To start with, summarize his value in a profile statement. A brief snapshot of ... | |
| Cover letter for visa sponsorship | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I have spoke with a couple of companies who are willing to sponsor me with a technical job in USA, ... A: First, let me say that you should always introduce your resume with a cover letter. This provides ... | |
| cover letter for internship! | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: I'm currently in the process of writing a cover letter for an internship int he Communications ... A: You may have answered your own question without realizing it! Sometimes, stating your "objective" ... | |
| looking for experience. | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: i have finished my first year in accounting diploma and i have one more year to graduate.Would you ... A: We all have to start somewhere! At least you are thinking about how best to tackle the industry. ... | |
| Resume | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: I'm a stay home mom who would like to make a career change towards the non-profit sector. I have ... A: It was difficult to review the resume in this format, as I could not seem to get it to a size that ... | |
| Resume Help | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: I am currently on the search for a new job. I only have a High School diploma, and I have never ... A: The best place to start is with a respectable, reliable service that can provide you with some great ... | |
| resume confusion | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: I'm a little confused on what style resume I should use. I have over 18 years experience in the ... A: It sounds like the first thing you need to do is decide which area of the job market you are going ... | |
| resume must include wages being sought | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: To submit my resume I'm being asked to "include wages being sought". How do I go about doing this ... A: You will find this type of request on many of the job postings lately. These are especially ... | |
| Cover letter for company I've contacted before | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: A local company has just posted an opportunity that looks like a very good fit for me. It turns out ... A: You are welcome. As for the additional information, I think I will stick with my original position. ... | |
| Cover letter for company I've contacted before | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: A local company has just posted an opportunity that looks like a very good fit for me. It turns out ... A: It sounds like when you set out to conduct a job search, you do so very well. Especially if you ... | |
| Guerrilla resumes | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: I'm not sure if you're familiar with "guerrilla-style" job hunting techniques, but I had a question ... A: The term "Guerrilla", summarizes the concepts of resume development, and the approach that targets a ... | |
| Resume help | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: Respected Sir/Madam, I am an Engineering(Information Science) graduate passed out in July ... A: These tips may help you - 1) Make sure the information in your resume reflects exactly what the ... | |
| Cover Letter, request an interview? | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: In general would you suggest requesting an interview with the employer in the cover letter? I see ... A: As I always say - as many people as there are to help you in reaching your career goals, as varied ... | |
| Question Regarding Cover Letter | 7/11/2010 |
| Q: Unless you are applying for an executive position, how long should your cover letter be? At our ... A: The cover letter should be one page, introduce the resume (you as a candidate) and not include so ... | |
| Salary History | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: I am a recent MA graduate and I am applying for jobs in the arts. I have been a full-time student ... A: We all have to start somewhere! In your cover letter, make sure than you mention your intent (a ... | |
| Resume - referees | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: I was employed by a large private company when they downsized their operations. As a result, all of ... A: Typically, a reference is used to screen a candidate for their work ethic, performance, and overall ... | |
| Jobs Outside of your degree specialization | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I graduated from college about a year ago, with a degree in geographic information systems ... A: No worries! This may seem like the end of the world about now, but you have your youth on your ... | |
| Jobs Outside of your degree specialization | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I graduated from college about a year ago, with a degree in geographic information systems ... A: Great Question! I am not sure how valuable my answer will be, but will try and provide you with a ... | |
| Resume/CV omission | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I completed a professional degree from an institution after transferring from two other prior ... A: If you used one institution to complete a roll-up of all other education, from which you received a ... | |
| Potential Interview Problems | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: I am a young male 23 years old and graduated from college in August of 2009. I got a job at a land ... A: Many professionals have experienced a hiatus of 6 months, right on up to a couple of years. Since ... | |
| Young MBA student resume troubles | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: As a young MBA student set to graduate in the fall, my career search has proved to be unsuccessful. ... A: I will do my best, but you might also seek answers from others in this area as well. Each service ... | |
| past employment | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: I'm submitting a resume for a volunteer position/job at a local museum - essentially to be included ... A: There are some very unique formats out there to use for creating something that sets you apart from ... | |
| Resume | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: About a year ago ,I completed graduate school courses but I never wrote my thesis (and in all ... A: Some college may help set you apart from the competition, depending on your area of expertise. By ... | |
| Education Background | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I currently have a Bachelors business and an MBA. I started taking more accounting classes last ... A: Although I am not sure what the requirements are for the accounting degree, I am sure you can ... | |
| career objective | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: I have been a waitress for over 18 years, at the same job for 15 years, and am a candidate for an ... A: Rarely will you find a Certified Professional today that will advise you to use an Objective ... | |
| electronic resume or snail mail | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: Do you recommend sending a resume electronically, regular mail, or both? A: The answer would usually depend on what the employer is asking for. If you complete an online ... | |
| Experiences | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I am in the process of updating my resume. I was wondering if i should leave out some of my work ... A: The industry standard is to incorporate the last 10-15 years of experience. Anything much older ... | |
| resume | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I am a graduate in English Literature and pursued post graduation in the same. Being passionate ... A: Your situation provides the perfect opportunity to use your current education, curriculum, and ... | |
| Resume paper | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I am going to a career fair next week, do I need to print my resume on resume paper, or would ... A: Oh yes, please use nice, watermarked, fine linen paper! Each opportunity you have to provide your ... | |
| How do I write a rehire letter? | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: Good Afternoon! I need some major help! I recently went to go apply for a previous job and was told ... A: In your question, you do not mention the reason you quit this position. The employer is concerned ... | |
| How do I address Long Term Disability in a resume? | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: In June of 2004, I was injured in an automobile accident while on my way to work (I then worked as a ... A: Your best strategy is going to be to use a resume format known by the title "functional". This ... | |
| Resume Help | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I was laid off December 2009, on average I have sent out 8 resumes per day, with ZERO response. I ... A: It can be frustrating to send out multiple resumes with no response! The most challenging thing is ... | |
| Whats wrong with my resume. | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I have been unemployed for years now, I got laid off from my last job in January of 2007, and ... A: At first glance, I think you are missing the value that an employer will look for in a potential ... | |
| College choice | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: Hey lisa, I am currently a student at Northeastern university in Boston and I worked hard to get in ... A: I will do my best to answer your question, but you may also consider asking some of the other ... | |
| resume help | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: I am a recent victim of downsizing and now have the unfortunate task of writing my resume after 20+ ... A: You are right, it is difficult to review all of the content of your resume in this format. I will ... | |
| Leaving Job | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: I am baffled as to whether or not I should include a job that I held for a month or so. I decided to ... A: Based on the situation you outlined in your question, and the fact that you were only with this ... | |
| Resume Blues | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: I have recently been laid off from the job I have held for the last 10 years. It was in retail, but ... A: The "blues" need not prevent you from building the confidence needed to succeed! It sounds like you ... | |
| Help! Why am I not getting hired anywhere? | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I have been applying for jobs since September and have received ZERO interest from any employer. ... A: After taking a look at your credentials, I think you have all of the assets you need to get hired! ... | |
| Resume | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: I am currently working for a call centre as a team coach and working with this company for the past ... A: The first thing you should do is check with your current management team, and screen them for ... | |
| Workers Comp | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: I just recently settle a workers comp case. Technically I have been out of work since 05/05. How do ... A: Sorry for not getting back sooner - busy start of the new year! Happy New Year to you as well. I ... | |
| relocating | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I'm trying to apply for a position overseas and having difficulty wording a sentence or two. My ... A: Without having seen your current cover letter, and the approach you have used to portray interest in ... | |
| Workers Comp | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I just recently settle a workers comp case. Technically I have been out of work since 05/05. How do ... A: Your best approach is going to be with what is called a functional format. The easiest way to ... | |
| New Job | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: I was let go from a company in June and recently, I was lucky enough to land a new job. The job is ... A: If you are currently seeking a position which correlates with your previous background, education, ... | |
| Resume Help | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I need help with this sentence: -Collected cash, counted, and made deposited. Here is ... A: I took a look at your resume and have a couple of comments that you may consider. To start, I think ... | |
| call center resume | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: I'm a call center employee for a mobile network service provider in UK. I want to switch over to a ... A: I recommend you review the job announcement carefully, and select all of the qualifications that ... | |
| Hobby on Resume | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: I'm an administrative assistant applying for jobs in business communications/marketing and I would ... A: I think what you have listed above is great. If I were preparing your presentation I may suggest ... | |
| Going back to work | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: Six months ago I finished a course in Phlebotomy. I have been a home maker for the better part of 17 ... A: Your resume may not be the only problem in finding employment, as opportunity in the current labor ... | |
| Golden Gloves ans USA Amateur Championships | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: Should amateur boxing titles be included in a professional resume. I was nationally ranked at one ... A: Absolutely! It sounds like you have the situation under control. Your type of information helps ... | |
| Hobby on Resume | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I'm an administrative assistant applying for jobs in business communications/marketing and I would ... A: Of course you should include this somewhere in your resume! Remember that the resume is a snapshot ... | |
| Resume Pep | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to find a job as a human Resource manager...unfortunately, I don't have any formal ... A: You may have just answered your question without realizing it! For the Human Resource Manager ... | |
| RESUME | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: If I am still employed with a company, but am seeking employment from another company, should I list ... A: These are all valid concerns when updating your current resume, or thinking about conducting a job ... | |
| interview tips and preparation | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: sir,i am having 7yrs experience in sales ,i have done btech mechanical,2yrs in printing,2yrs in ... A: It would be difficult to tell you everything you need to know about interview preparation in a short ... | |
| Cover letter to "Company Confidential" ad | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: In responding to a "Company Confidential" ad, how do you address the cover letter? This will be ... A: First, I have to remind you to make sure you mitigate the risk of identity theft by ensuring that ... | |
| Resume | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I am a campus security director. Financially, the college I work at is in poor condition. I am ... A: Sorry for the delay in response! Things have been very busy for me lately. One way you can ... | |
| resume and cover letter | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I am a recent graduate with a BS in Health Sciences. I want to work on the administrative side of ... A: Finally catching up for the end of the week here! I think you have much more than a degree, and ... | |
| Software Developer Portfolio | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I'm a entry level software developer, do you think I need to create a portfolio? If so what kind of ... A: I think every career professional should have a portfolio that documents their progression in a ... | |
| stuck | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: Need direction on resume writing. Have been with the same company for 18 1/2 years (travel ... A: Without seeing your current presentation, it is hard to provide you with guidance on your wording or ... | |
| B.S. degree opportunities | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a B.S. in Nuclear Medicine Technology, however, the field is saturated and with the economy, ... A: The answer to your question will largely depend on what other skills you possess, and the areas you ... | |
| My Resume | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: Can you tell me if something is wrong with my resume please. I have tried to get a job for a year, ... A: I appreciate that you sent your current information for a quick review. At first glance, if I were ... | |
| Work History | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: My work history does not look good since moving to Florida. I have had jobs that have ended after ... A: Hey Christopher, Welcome back! Not a good idea. Remember that your resume is a snapshot of your ... | |
| Work History | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: My work history does not look good since moving to Florida. I have had jobs that have ended after ... A: Great Question! First I will mention that many career professionals change jobs more often that ... | |
| Resume for retirees | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: I chose voluntary furlough/retirement in July 2008. At the time I was a administrative supervisor. ... A: There are many strategies used when portraying experience or work history on a resume, so you have ... | |
| Work experience issue | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I've got a little issue with my work experience. I have worked in the past but it's few and far ... A: The best thing you have going for you is your age! First, I will ask you if you have been pursuing ... | |
| Old information on my resume | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: I'm wondering if there's anything I can do on my resume to make my age less obvious. Four years ago ... A: Great question! I will start by telling you to remember that a resume is a snapshot of your career ... | |
| 5 year gap in resume due to industrial accident | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: Due to an industrial accident I was off work for 5 years. I had to have two total hip replacements. ... A: It can be challenging to disguise negative information in the resume. In your case, most ... | |
| grades | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: On a qualifications brief, I am matching up the job requirements with the skills. I wrote that I ... A: I think is is great that you have conducted research and are trying to target your resume based on ... | |
| Relocation ? | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: Lisa, I am currently searching for a director / management level position in a market that is 3 hrs ... A: Great Question! I am sure you have already put some thought into this situation, and I bet that the ... | |
| Animation Job Abroad | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: I am an student of Animation in India so can I directly apply for job as a fresher in USA or any ... A: Of course you can apply for jobs in other countries, and those that you feel you are qualified for. ... | |
| Question about job application | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: I was reading a job description but don't understand the following slang: "Regardless of talent, ... A: Without having the entire job announcement available, I have to assume that this statement is along ... | |
| Cover letter help | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I am going to apply to a job agency and they are requesting to submit a cover letter. The ones that ... A: It is apparent that you understand is it always best to write a cover letter that is targeted to a ... | |
| Use average GPA of two schools in resume | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: I have attended two universities to get my bachelor degree. I spent two years at the first ... A: Your suggestion would work fine, however the actual transcripts would tell a different story (not ... | |
| Tempted to lie on resume | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: I had to resign several years ago because of a medical problem and been self employed from my home ... A: The first step is to have a great resume that will portray your value as a potential employee. ... | |
| Cover Letter Help | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: First and foremost, thank you for being kind enough to answer queries. There is a job which I am ... A: It certainly will not hurt to include a brief statement about your current educational goals, and a ... | |
| Salary ranges question | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: How big the difference in salary expectations should be when asked to put that information in a job ... A: Sorry it took a bit of time to get back to you! When answering your question, there are a variety ... | |
| Salary ranges question | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: How big the difference in salary expectations should be when asked to put that information in a job ... A: You will find that a lot of companies request your previous salary, and they will sometimes (most ... | |
| Cover Letter Help | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: First and foremost, thank you for being kind enough to answer queries. There is a job which I am ... A: I think you have done a great job on your cover letter! Each of us writes in a different way, so I ... | |
| Should I be honest about why I got fired? | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: I got fired from my job of almost a year and a half because of a problem with being late. At the ... A: In a nut shell, you should always be honest about why you got fired. Being untruthful from the get ... | |
| job transition | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to update my resume to go into a different career in the medical field preferred but ... A: The best way to approach your situation is to identify a particular job you are interested in first. ... | |
| Follow up | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I applied online for a job on July 10,2009. What do you recommend to do when you do not get a ... A: Many times when you apply for a job online, you will not receive a response, and if you do receive a ... | |
| resume help | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: respected maam, how are you ? im shivkumar of india here. given below are two of my resumes. it has ... A: It is difficult to provide you with the help you are seeking based on the information provided. If ... | |
| Cover letter question | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: How will the following statement look at the end of the cover letter? I am planning to relocate to ... A: I think it sounds fine. You can ask the same question of a few different people, and you will ... | |
| Where to list languages? | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: Can I list the languages I know in my "Summary of Qualifications" section instead of a separate ... A: Yes! In fact, being bi-lingual or speaking multiple languages in today's world is a valuable asset ... | |
| new job | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: I have been working at my current job for month. I just found another position that I am qualified ... A: Since you have only been at the current position for barely a month, I see no reason for you to list ... | |
| How and where to list promotions | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: My previous employer promoted me after completing one year of employment. Where and how in my cover ... A: I think this comment reflects your sincere desire to perform well in the positions you accept and do ... | |
| Real name or nickname? | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: My real name is Jimmy and am wondering if I should put Jimmy on my resume or James to look more ... A: I think this is a matter of personal preference and a topic which reflects your personality and ... | |
| Security clearance question | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: Lisa: I am job hunting but have found that one company I would like to work with has the following ... A: You will find that many companies who support the government as contractors, or those that are ... | |
| Disclosing disability | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: Suppose that I disclose (briefly) my disability on either my resume or cover letter because my ... A: Did I miss your question? Sorry for the delay if so! You must be aware and prepared for questions ... | |
| Mailing a resume | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: Is it better to tri-fold your resume and cover letter or an 8x12 envelope? Is it more eye-catching ... A: I recommend using the large envelope to preserve the nice presentation you worked so hard to create. ... | |
| Unrelated education on resume | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: I am preparing to apply for a job in the human services field. However, for the last 5 1/2 years (4 ... A: Of course you can list your previous degree. As the most recent education, you can list your ... | |
| Honors | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: Is it a good idea to put the following honors on my resume: * Best engineering faculty GPA, ... A: You are keeping me busy this week! Place the comment about your honors, or the GPA right under the ... | |
| Quote on resume | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: How will the following quote look in my resume: "Nothing in the world can take the place of ... A: If I were you; I would not include anything in my resume that may offer up an opportunity for others ... | |
| Resume and Cover letter help. | 6/12/2009 |
| Q: I am a 34 year old female from India (single). I am trying to apply for a job in IT industry after a ... A: I would be happy to take a look at your resume and cover letter for you. I usually provide a brief ... | |
| Another comment from former employer | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: After diving on my other employer's evaluations (also called Personal Business Plan) I found another ... A: I recommend that you select the best statement, and the one that you feel will make the biggest ... | |
| How to say I'm a fast learner? | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: As you know IT is a very dynamic field. Most of the jobs I'm tring to apply request a lot of stuff ... A: Most of us will always find ourselves lacking skills in one area or another that an employer finds ... | |
| Can I put this on my resume? | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: I'm updating my resume and would like to know if I can put the following statement made by a former ... A: I think that will work fine, however I still don't think I would put the company there for the ... | |
| Can I put this on my resume? | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I'm updating my resume and would like to know if I can put the following statement made by a former ... A: I should have been more clear in my suggestion! You can annotate the comment, followed by the ... | |
| Can I put this on my resume? | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I'm updating my resume and would like to know if I can put the following statement made by a former ... A: Of course you can! I use statements of recommendation and things of this sort quite a bit when ... | |
| Resume gaps | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 years gap because of illness but now I'm ready to join the workforce again as a computer ... A: The first thing I will tell you to do is to be positive, confident, and upbeat about your situation. ... | |
| College? | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: I'm 13 at the time and I make straight A's,only for B's this year,I'm getting ready to go to high ... A: I think you are very smart for setting your goals early in life, and it sounds like you know exactly ... | |
| Cover letter for career change | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: ! I am a 24 year old female from India. Please advice on my situation: I had completed my ... A: It sounds like you have finally found a career field in which you have a passion and sincere desire ... | |
| Can you give me advice | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: COVER LETTER for a teaching job May 26, 2009 Mr/Ms/Mrs. xxxxSuperintendent Name of School District ... A: I think you have done a great job in compiling a cover letter, and would only make a few changes. ... | |
| Returning to work after medical leave | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: I'm a 33 years old male. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Computer Systems Engineering in 1997 ... A: Hey Roberto, Glad I was able to help you a little bit. Keep in mind that rarely will you have to ... | |
| Returning to work after medical leave | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: I'm a 33 years old male. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Computer Systems Engineering in 1997 ... A: I think you may be in better shape than you think when it comes time to portray your value to a ... | |
| I was wondering if I could have an opinion please? | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if I could have an opinion please. I am 21 and have recently finished an apprentice ... A: The advantage that you have in pursuing opportunities is that you are continuing to build upon a ... | |
| Resume help | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: I noticed that you do free reviews of resumes. May I send you mine for review. It has been a very ... A: Of course you can send me your resume to take a look at. Most times, I can send you a sample or so ... | |
| nickname | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: I've asked you questions regarding resume help before and I would first like to thank you for your ... A: Sure you can use your nickname on your resume, and the way you have written it above is a great way ... | |
| Resume update | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I've recently updated my resume and think it reads well but I am not sure it has all of the ... A: Wow! You have been busy in your job search. I may be able to provide you with some assistance. ... | |
| Resume | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if it is possible for you to review my resume? If this is possible, please let me ... A: Sure Jason, You are welcome to send your resume to my business e-mail at msparker@parkercprw.com ... | |
| How to show general knowledge in a resume | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: My concerns revolve around the skillsets section of my resume. As such, I have two questions for you ... A: It is challenging to write for ourselves, and determine the best way to portray our skill set. ... | |
| Hi | 3/29/2009 |
| Q: I am currently a sophomore in college, pursuing a B.S. in political science with a double minor in ... A: I will send you out a sample or two today. For this question, the first thing I would like you to ... | |
| Hi | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: I am currently a sophomore in college, pursuing a B.S. in political science with a double minor in ... A: I understand the difficulty of pursuing professional experience while attending school, and so do ... | |
| resume for current job | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: i been at the same company for 9mos now,i started out as a treatment tech,then had cpr and hippa ... A: I am glad to hear that you are progressing quite well! It would be impossible to tell you everything ... | |
| Unrelated Job Experience Omit? | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: I am currently updating my resume. I was made aware that the general standard for a reverse ... A: This is a great question. First, let me say that you do not have to stick with one page if you ... | |
| job application question... | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I recently filled out a 4-page downloadable aplication for a company from the "career" section of ... A: It sounds as if you did all of the right things in completing your application and making sure to ... | |
| Resume help | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I am currently study for my Masters degree from Gonzaga University, in Organizational Leadership. I ... A: The advise you are receiving from various people is valid. By including the information about your ... | |
| Letter Writing | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: I am currently preparing a sample acceptance letter for a speaking engagement from a doctor of ... A: Acceptance letters for either a job offer, or an engagement such as yours typically have just about ... | |
| Resume | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: My old resume is horrible and I haven't a clue what is appropriate for today's market. Is there ... A: There are a few places you can start in getting help with your resume. If you are on a tight budget ... | |
| resume help | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: i am BCA(bachler of computer application) student.please tell me what should write in my objective.i ... A: I believe you may have written with a question that closely resembles this one before, and I ... | |
| Terminated from four month job - Employer provide negative reference? | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I need help.. The job lasted four months. In Dec '08 I was terminated for performance reasons. ... A: In situations like these I always recommend being honest. Stressing over the "What if...." question ... | |
| Advice | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: I am currently actively employed, but was thinking about trying to look for another job to further ... A: Great question! You can bet that you will receive as many varied responses to this question as the ... | |
| 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: You will find that many corporations will ask that you submit your resume online, even if they ... | |
| question about rehire | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: I worked for a company for 3yrs and left that company on good terms. I then started working for a ... A: As you describe your situation, it sounds as if you already know the answer and just need ... | |
| Covering letter vs Statement of Purpose | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I am applying for Ph.D. studentship and they required me to write both a covering letter and a ... A: I understand how confusing it can be to identify the difference between a Cover Letter and a ... | |
| resume | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: I'd like to know if it's necessary to put ALL previous work in my resume. My past 2 years haven't ... A: You do not have to list all of your work experience, but you must be prepared to answer any ... | |
| resume | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: Here is my situation. I am just finishing my second year at a University. They have a two year wait ... A: I would advise you to introduce your resume with a cover letter, and provide a very brief ... | |
| resume help? | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: I have held different auto sales positions, but they have all shared the same duties...when putting ... A: Your history provides a great opportunity to be creative in your resume preparation! You don't have ... | |
| no calls in five weeks | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: I've gone five weeks without a call from my resumes. I am sending out 20-40 a week. I've been told ... A: You have been very busy! Without seeing your resume, it is difficult to determine the reason you ... | |
| Different periods of employment with the same company | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: I have recently been hired by a company I interned for 5 months ago. The job description for the ... A: I think you have the right idea! Consider the following option(s) as well: Company A ... | |
| Different periods of employment with the same company | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: I have recently been hired by a company I interned for 5 months ago. The job description for the ... A: You can document this history in two ways. The strategy you use will be based on the content you ... | |
| last job only six months | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: I hope you can help me. My last company went out of business. I was only there six months. Should I ... A: It sounds like you have incorporated a smart strategy in your job search efforts by using both the ... | |
| Return to Previous Employer | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: How should being rehired read on my resume? A: Just following up to make sure you have enough information to revise your resume. I hope the answers ... | |
| Is there anything wrong with my resume? | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: I have been applying for several jobs over the past three weeks mainly involving answering Ads on ... A: At first glance, your résumé sports a great deal of information which will support your value to a ... | |
| Resume "career objective" | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: I've always had a difficult time thinking of a phrasing the career objective part of my resume. I'm ... A: Your question is one that résumé writers are asked quite often. Most job seekers apply a standard, ... | |
| Resume Building | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a question regarding my resume, the thing is there are many different types of college ... A: The questions you pose are valid concerns for putting together a resume. Your activities indicate ... | |
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Lisa Parker, CPRW
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Expertise
As a Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW), Certified Employment Interview Professional (CEIP), Disabled Veteran Outreach Program Specialist, Transition Assistance Program (TAP) Facilitator, and retired service member; I can answer your questions on a variety of subjects. Ask me about résumé and cover letter preparation, military transition, federal or government résumé resources and other career development topics.
Experience
23 years of combined experience in both Federal and State organizations. Extensive background in promoting personal and professional development, in addition to providing career development guidance and services within the Department of Labor.
Organizations
Professional Association of Résumé Writers and Career Coaches (PARW-CC), International Association of Workforce Professionals, Disabled American Veterans - Life Member, Association of Online Résumé and Career Professionals (AORCP), Cambridge Who's Who-Executive and Professional Registry, Women For Hire, Chamber of Commerce.
Education/Credentials
Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW), Certified Employment Interview Professional (CEIP), PARW-CC CPRW Certification Committee Member, Labor and Employment Specialist, Case Management, Instructor/Trainer, Transition Assistance Program (TAP) Facilitator, Senior Leader/Management Course.
Awards and Honors
Customer Service Award - 2007 GA Department of Labor
Past/Present Clients
Career Professionals served from a variety of career fields and professional backgrounds (Entry Level, Professional Level, Executive Level, Military Transition, Government Applicants, Federal Executive Applicants).
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