Implied First Person
Kent R.
Q: In your last post, you 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).
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So You Didn't Get the Job You Were Promised...
Kent R.
Believing – even when you’ve been told – that the position is already yours can lead to complacency and ultimately frustration and anger when you don't get the job.
Read MoreComprehensive Career Management
Kent R.
We are the first to say that powerful job search documents are only a part of a successful career management plan. That is why we place so much emphasis on the entire process; we want clients to walk away with a success orientation and the kind of bolstered confidence that can change their career trajectory. Projects are about a lot more than a new resume, and that’s why we love what we do.
Read MoreThe Key to Work life Balance in 2020
Kent R.
The best jobs and careers are an extension of your strengths and values with (hopefully) a heavy dose of passion in the mix. Because that's the case – that fulfilling work is a natural extension of the best of you – your life will never be defined by your work. If you do the heavy lifting that's required to figure out who you are and what you should be doing with your life, work/life balance will rarely, if ever, be out of sync.
Read MoreYes, You Probably Should Have a One Page Resume
Kent R.
I'm a big advocate for one-page resumes. No, they are not always possible or strategic, but I think most people would be surprised at how often they are the best option.
Read MoreChange at Tandem Powered
Kent R.
A huge part of Tandem’s success is thanks to past clients – both individuals and organizations – who have referred other people and businesses. Approximately 70% of Tandem’s business comes from referrals. The power of a referral is taken very seriously, and we strive to live up to and exceed past clients’ high expectations.
Read MoreYes, Always Target Your Resume
Kent R.
Resumes that attract attention are those that have been targeted to the position of interest. Recruiters and Hiring Managers are good at determining when you’ve phoned it in by sending a general resume.
Read MoreHow To Deal With a Company that Doesn't Get Back After an Interview
Kent R.
The job search process can be maddening, but trying to read tea leaves and figure out what a potential employer is thinking and doing just makes it more so. Don't waste valuable energy. Instead, do your best to focus on what you can control.
Read MoreHow to Come Across as Qualified on Your Resume
Kent R.
A truly effective resume strikes just the right balance between presenting a solid track record of success and communicating potential. If you read my blog, you know that your resume needs to include both specific, quantifiable achievements and strategic curiosity gaps.
Read MoreSpeaking To Team Accomplishments On Your Resume
Kent R.
It is a shame to leave outstanding accomplishments off your resume simply because you are afraid to take credit for the whole achievement. With some thoughtful word choices, you can shine a spotlight on your contribution to a team achievement and really bolster your resume.
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