Beyond Achievements
Kent R.
Q: What are some of the most common roadblocks that you find people have when writing their resumes.
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Resumes for Federal Jobs
Kent R.
Q: I am searching for work and hear a lot about using a special resume for government positions. What is different about this type of resume.
Read MoreBenefit from Others' Expertise
Kent R.
I recently read a forum post asserting that every professional should be able to write his or her own resume. The writer went on to say that, because no one knows your experience better than you, you are the only one qualified to do the job. I don't know why the "you have to do it yourself" attitude persists when it comes to writing your resume. It's essentially like saying you should do your own taxes because nobody knows your finances better than you.
For people who are comfortable writing their own resume – and can produce an outstanding one – fantastic. For those whose strengths lie elsewhere, there is no reason not to hire a professional. In fact, I would say that recognizing where you can benefit from others' expertise is a far more valuable skill than being able to write your own resume.
Your resume is an incredibly valuable marketing piece and often your only chance to make a strong first impression. Don’t waste those opportunities by using an unpolished or underwhelming document.
What is Implied First Person
Kent R.
Q: You've mentioned that some people will make the mistake of using a third person voice on their resumes. Please explain what this is (so I don’t do it).
Read MoreEmpower Yourself and Others
Kent R.
Each year, as people settle into autumn and begin to think about the giving season ahead, I like to lend some blog space to the importance of empowering others and creating a world where everyone has a chance to succeed.
Read MoreYour Job and Quality of Life
Kent R.
Over the last several years, in particular, many people have been trying to figure out where they "fit" in the world of work. More importantly, many have been trying to determine where they want to land. What they want to do as opposed to living someone else's dream.
Read MoreDo You Use Proper "Resume Speak"
Kent R.
Q: Is it still standard to refrain from using words such as “a” and “the” on a resume?
Read MoreYour Resume Could Be A Tiebreaker
Kent R.
Recently, I put together (what I think is) my best package/promo ever. It includes a suite of job-search documents that set you up for success for a more effective job search and/or a robust career.
Read MoreTandem's Tips - Thanks for the Interview
Kent R.
Q: I recently interviewed for a job, and my friend asked if I had sent a hand-written thank you note. I sent a thank you note, but it wasn’t hand-written. Are people still doing that?
Read MoreMarketing Piece or Resume - Consider Your Audience
Kent R.
Many of my clients have consulting businesses or do freelance work while they look for a new job. It makes sense, then, that they would want a resume that can also work well as a client marketing piece. This is an excellent idea, but comes with some caveats.
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