Interview Tips for Career Change
How can you answer those interview questions when you’re changing careers? Watch this video to find out!
Job-Search Self-Care
Self-care while job-hunting is always important, but it’s especially so now. Looking for a new job can be hard work, and sometimes we can get demoralized by the whole thing. And honestly, I haven’t spoken to anyone who isn’t already brought pretty low by everything happening around us these days, so an added layer…
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Now that you have a good idea of what’s next, it’s time to get that resume into shape—and while you’re at it, your LinkedIn profile! Let’s start with your resume. Go back to that list you made of your transferrable skills. Grab those and throw them onto the top of your resume, under your…
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Are you stuck in a career you don’t enjoy? Here are some steps to get you started in a change of direction. If you get stuck on any of the steps, please feel free to reach out, or just have a conversation with a friend or trusted family member. Identify what’s making you unhappy.…
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It’s tricky to speak about time away from paid work. Watch this video to learn how to address the issue!
Addressing Employment Gaps in Your Resume
I get a lot of questions about what to do with a gap in employment history. The good news is that these are no longer the kiss of death they were reputed to be years ago, especially with COVID wreaking havoc with the job market. That said, there are some better ways to address…
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Have you discovered, through all of this, that you actually prefer working from home? If so, you’re not alone. Many of my clients have called me asking for advice on continuing WfH even after the pandemic. I’m pretty social, and I miss the friendships and sense of community my co-working space offers (not to mention…
DetailsFocus on the positives in your resume
It’s important to be positive in your resume, and to own those skills and accomplishments. It might feel weird, but this isn’t the time to be bashful. Your resume is your marketing document, so market the heck out of yourself. For instance, if a job posting that catches your fancy mentions that Spanish language skills…
DetailsTailoring your resume to the job description
Next in your resume journey: how to match it to the job description. This can be a little tricky because it does mean tailoring your resume to each job. Pro tip: save each version of your resume as something crushingly obvious: VAHospNurseResumeEfrank, or ChildrensHospMedRecordsResumeEFrank. (Adding your name is a nice touch if you attach the…
DetailsWhat to Put in Your Resume
Now that you have the basics of your resume format sorted, let’s talk content. This is, by far, the most important piece to focus on as you write or rewrite your resume, so plan to spend some time on it. First of all, arrange your information so the most important info is on top. …
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