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How to Actually Tailor Your Resume

October 11, 2024 by crystal

A woman in business attire is being interviewed by a person holding a resume.

Everyone says you should tailor your resume to increase your chances of getting a job interview. But rarely does anyone explain HOW to actually tailor your resume. I’m a career coach and a writer — and I’m here to change that! The goals for tailoring your resume The first thing to know is that a […]

Filed Under: Job Search, Resume Tagged With: job search, resume

Steps to Help You Find Your First Job in a New Field

April 18, 2024 by crystal

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Finding your first job in a new field is tough when you don’t have experience or connections yet. Career changers exploring new industries, newcomers seeking work in unfamiliar territory, and new grads trying to launch a career – don’t give up! This article is for you. Read on for steps that will help you get […]

Filed Under: Cover Letter, Interview, Job Search, Networking, Resume Tagged With: career change, imposter syndrome, job search, networking

How to Write a Good Resume When You’ve Had Bad Experiences

May 5, 2023 by crystal

Quote on a white canvas saying Write Without Fear. Edit Without Mercy.

Were you laid off? Did you experience a toxic workplace? Did you work a crummy job because your life circumstance at the time required it? If you’re trying to figure out how to talk about negative work experiences on your resume, do not fret. It is possible to write a good resume when you’ve had […]

Filed Under: Job Search, Resume Tagged With: career change, job search, resume

Use Data to Solve Why You Still Haven’t Found a Job

February 12, 2023 by crystal

Have you been job searching for a while but you still haven’t found a job? It can be painfully frustrating and demotivating, especially when you don’t always get feedback on why you’re not moving forward in the hiring process. But even if employers don’t give you feedback, there’s a way to use data on your […]

Filed Under: Interview, Job Search, Resume Tagged With: interview, job search, resume

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