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It is well known that using keywords in your resume and LinkedIn profile is a smart idea. But how you use keywords is almost more important than using them at all. Here are some tips for ways to include strategic keywords without making your resume and profile look like SEO spam.
Read MoreI recently wrote about the need to take steps – no matter what is going on in the economy – to move closer and closer to the "right" job/career.
Read MoreI was just on a conference call on which someone said "Right now, people care about getting a job, not reinventing themselves."
Read MoreI have recently read some debate about the value of post-interview thank you letters. Despite the arguments, I maintain that a thank you letter is a key part of the job search process. In fact – in this challenging job market – the thank you letter has taken on a new level of importance.
Read MoreA resume needs to be bold and even a bit boastful. This is not the time to shy away from selling yourself or highlighting the unique value that you represent. However, you have to do it tactfully or readers will simply move on.
Read MoreQ: I was discouraged by your recent post about the importance of being indispensable. I am not getting any call backs on my resume. Now I’m worried that I am not even a desirable candidate. I am finding it difficult to keep up with all of the requirements for a “modern day” job search and life, including social media: LinkedIn, Twitter etc…
Read MoreQ: When is the best time to submit a resume for an open position?
Read MoreI have a lot of people ask me about "outside the box" ways of reaching HR and Hiring Managers. One that comes up a lot is, "Should I use Google to find the recruiter's email address and circumvent the applicant tracking system?"
I appreciate the idea, but I think it is likely to work against you (if it makes any impact at all).
If a requisition provides details for submitting your application, you need to adhere to those guidelines. Not doing so essentially says "your guidelines don't apply to me." Probably not the first impression you want to make.
More likely, your resume will not make it into the company's applicant tracking system, which means you won't be even considered.
My advice – follow the outlined protocol. Target your resume toward the specific position, speak to specific accomplishments and clearly outline the value you intend to add.
That is what will get you noticed.
Q: What are some of the most common roadblocks that you find people have when writing their resumes.
Read MoreQ: 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.
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