Believe it or not, the biggest resume blunder is doing your own resume, or having a friend do it. Preparing a resume is a work of art. A resume writer should have impressive credentials including an MBA, Fortune 500 executive experience, numerous publications and a detailed knowledge of the job market. A resume must convey a powerful story. It's no...
Read MoreWe are now in a period of "stagflation", which combines a recession with hyper-inflation. When we have an inflation rate of 8.9%, it has to be put into proper perspective. If you receive an annual pay increase of 5%, your net income after federal, state taxes and FICA is approximately 3%, but inflation of 8.9% is net/net. In other words, your dispo...
Read MoreThe first thing is to avoid the 1-800 cookie cutter services, many of which are located overseas using a call center type operation. The most important factor is the credentials of the person you will be working with. Don't be impressed with certifications that are usually obtained with a 5-day course. With most of these certifications you can have...
Read MoreDid you know that 70% of recruiters use LinkedIn to search for talent and 52% of employers rely on LinkedIn. If you do not have a LinkedIn profile, or if yours is lackluster, you will be missing out. At Resumes Etc., we provide powerful LinkedIn profiles that have resulted in great job opportunities . Why miss out when you could land a higher pay...
Read MoreMany professionals have to market their talents outside of their present company in order to obtain higher pay. When a resume is written as " value added" , it uses language that demonstrates how your skills can support the strategic objectives of a prospective employer. Value added language also drives the interview process because questions wi...
Read MoreJim Gaylord has been a highly accomplished and award winning Healthcare administrator for a major Metro medical center with over 1000 beds. When he assumed his position, he realized that the hospital was not positioned to succeed in an increasingly competitive market. He established a leadership development program for all clinical personnel to...
Read MoreMore and more employers are asking senior level job candidates for a 30/60/90 day plan as part of the job interview process. Employers want their upper level management and executives to have a solid plan coming into their new positions. This way they are certain they are picking the correct person for the job with the companies best interests in...
Read MoreMany experts believe that our economy is heading for a recession. The key to job security is to position yourself in a value added vs non value added role. A value added role is one that contributes directly or indirectly to revenue growth, cost controls and customer retention. Non value added positions are nice to have, but they are not deemed e...
Read MoreThe short answer is " KNOWLEDGE". At Resumes Etc., we have provided coaching to managers, directors and VP's for 30 years. Never make the mistake of thinking that you have all of the answers and that you can't possibly increase your skills inventory. Alfred ( Fred ) Mariani has coached many of his clients to higher positions. He has authored man...
Read More1) It must have language that demonstrates the value you can bring to an employer. 2) It must be action and results driven. 3) It must convey character, personal values and your ability to contribute to a positive work culture. 4) It must convey strategic thinking, bold and new ideas, creativity and the ability to adapt quickly to change.
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