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Why do our clients get so many job interviews...

Alfred Mariani, September 10 2021

I have looked at resumes for 30 years and 99% of them look like job descriptions and a list of tasks. I always put myself in the position of the hiring manager. He/she wants to know what value you can bring to their organization. They want to know if they should invest the time and effort in meeting with you. A resume has to tell a compelling sto...

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How do I get my resume past keyword scanners ...

Chris Mariani, September 3 2021

You have to work with an expert like Resumes Etc. The keywords will vary based upon many factors like occupation, industry, salary range, position level, company culture etc etc. It is virtually  impossible for someone who does not work in this field to come up with the right keywords. This is why you should not do your own resume, or have a frie...

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How to get your resume to the top of the pile ...

Chris Mariani, September 2 2021

Let's begin by stating what not to do. Do not do our own resume or ask a friend or relative to do it. This is a highly competitive  job market where very specific skills are needed to get your resume noticed. At resumes Etc, we take multiple steps to get your resume noticed. First, we keyword it to get past ATS tracking systems. Second, we use la...

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10 reasons why you want to work with Resumes Etc...

Chris Mariani, September 1 2021

1) we are staffed with credentials that include fortune 500 executives, MBA professors, and  authors . 2) We have been in business for 30 years serving 47,000 customers with over 500 ( 5 ) star reviews and 1400 LinkedIn endorsements. 3) We use ongoing market, economic, occupation and industry analysis to position our clients in careers experienci...

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How do you negotiate salary during a job interview?

Chris Mariani, August 31 2021

First, how you look on paper will create a specific value in the eyes of a potential employer. Second, how you respond to questions will also create a perceived value. Third, do not make a salary demand. Provide your current salary and state that based on that, you will accept an offer that is fair. Fourth, During the interview process demonstrat...

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Character matters when it comes to getting job interviews.

Chris Mariani, August 30 2021

Character:  Our network of employers and recruiters  are all telling us that human resource departments are focusing heavily on character and values when it comes to job interviews and job offers. This fact has led us to our new strategy of creating a cover letter and resume that tells your whole story and highlights attributes that provide insigh...

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The New 2021 Resume Format...

Alfred Mariani, August 24 2021

The job market is very competitive. This places employers in the enviable position of being very selective when deciding which job candidates they wish to interview. . Given this fact, Resumes Etc. created the " 360 resume". It focuses on much more than traditional data like skills, experience and education. It also highlights your values, charac...

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Why is it so difficult to land a great job...

Chris Mariani, August 16 2021

There are a variety of reasons why landing a great job is a challenge. First, Far too many people will do their own resume, or have a friend or relative do it---BIG MISTAKE. Second, there is a lot more competition from a workforce with an excellent education and certifications. Third, landing a good job is a science. A resume can no longer be a l...

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How do I get the best Job Offers?

Chris Mariani, August 4 2021

I have read thousands of resumes in my day, and 99% look like job descriptions, or a list of tasks. A hiring manager wants to know what you can do for the organization and the value you bring to the team.  A job description cannot effectively communicate a powerful message. At Resumes Etc, we create a resume that tells your personal story. We use...

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The competition for jobs is fierce:

Chris Mariani, August 3 2021

The good news is that the economy is growing due in large part to increased vaccinations. However, more and more people are reentering the workforce making competition for good jobs more intense. Given this fact, Resumes Etc has created new and innovative approaches to maximize interview and Job offer rates. Our new strategies include a 360 resum...

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