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Camila A Garcia's curator insight,
June 17, 2014 5:07 PM
It is imperative to write a thank you note after an interview. For instance, when I applied at the Hyatt, after the interview, a week after I sent a thank you note which let the office and the person hiring know my interest for the job and the company as well as a humble thank you for their time.
Victoria Crispo's comment,
April 10, 2014 9:59 AM
Definitely in agreement about this, but would add that the resume should tell your story in a way that will illustrate how your skills fit the needs of the company and the job to which you are applying. I definitely like this approach, though!
Trish Sadar's comment,
April 10, 2014 11:01 AM
Thank you Victoria...I could not agree with you more:) Repackaging your resume in a way that illustrates how your skills fit the needs of the job, department, and company is vital! Thanks you for stopping by, so great to meet you:)
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April 10, 2014 11:42 AM
Thank you! I will certainly be checking out more of your Scoops- great stuff!
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Using social media in your job hunt doesn't just mean having a LinkedIn profile anymore. Here's everything you need to know about creating a social resume that'll get you noticed. Via Bovee & Thill's Online Business Communication Magazines, Recruit Pros Chicago
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March 5, 2013 11:07 PM
Bovee & Thill provide the latest information in their texts about writing a resume for the digital age. Students will learn about creating a personal brand and an e-portfolio. They'll also see examples of an infographic resume, multimedia resume, social media resume, as well as traditional resumes. To learn more about Bovee & Thill's business communication textbooks, visit Bovee & Thill's Business Communication Blog today! 
Garry Klein's curator insight,
April 1, 2014 10:01 AM
We live in an increasingly social media world, you might as well plan on finding a job through it.
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Global labor trends show that millions and millions of people every year are unemployed, and should they seek jobs, they would face rigorous screening processes. This is due to changes in the operations, structures, and spending of many companies caused by unpredictable
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No matter what duty or accomplishment you’re trying to show off, we’ve got just the verb for you.
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Using the right verbs can make the difference between being in the okay pile and the call back first stack!
To me verbs tell the untold story. If I am looking for a strong leader and the verbs used are all about what you accomplished as an individual contributor...you probably won't be in the must see first pile.
Don't look at your resume like writing a boring essay -- think of it as a brochure and you are selling YOU. It is imporant that your brand comes through loud and clear, and the use of powerful verbs is an important ingreidient to a successful resume.
Hope you enjoy the verbs. Until next time...PS - Live on Purpose!
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Include a keyword section in the top third of your resume that highlights the most relevant keywords for the position you're applying to. You can find these keywords within the position announcement. Include the ones from the ...
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In the world of work, we often hear a lot of misconceptions when it comes to landing a new job. On one hand, we are told that resumes should not be lo
Andeel Ali's curator insight,
February 15, 2014 1:31 PM
The biggest myth! CV should be one or two pager! No it shouldn't be!
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Thank you for bringing this to us Socialhire and Careerjourney!
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I am not going to tell you what is wrong or right, because so much depends on YOU – your experience, personality, goals, position, and the company, person, and application method you are sending your resume to.
Much like the clothes or car you prefer…the content, layout, and style of your resume is a personal choice.
Today I want you to talk to you about the 3Ds to keep in mind regardless of the resume style you select. Click above to read the article!
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Increase your resume's relevance by optimizing skills and keywords per job description (http://t.co/vlwsUSFIE7 optimizes your resume by scoring it against any job Video:
If you want to increase your chances of your resume getting through the Applicant Tracking System and being seen by a human, you need to repackage your resume to the job and the company.
It usually means that the most relevant key words and phrases regarding the job skills, competencies, company mission, etc. should be front and center of your resume.
If you need some assistance, why don't you try out Optimize your Resume Jobscan. It is free....Try it out and let us know what you think for our community of readers.
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A brief snippet of some additional content to be included in my upcoming book targeting younger workers facing a new socially centric business world. Let me know your thoughts and, as always, if you would like to post on one of our blogs please drop me a line.
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If you have ever been looking for a job I’m sure asked yourself: “What can I do to make my resume stand out and get an employer to seriously consider me for a job”? If you Googled the term “resume”, you know that there’s a dizzying array of information and [...]
Great tips in this article!
I particularly agree with the fact that one size does not fit all. Each person has a unique personality, set of skills, competencies, strengths, and experience.
Not to mention that each resume should be repackaged to fit the position and the company to highlight the unique skills, experience, competencies and strengths the position and company seek.
Think of your resume like it is a brochure and you are selling what you can do for the company in the brochure. The goal of your resume is to differentiate you from the hundreds/thousands of competing resumes to land you an interview.
So after you read the article, take another look at your resume and start repackaging!
Until next time....Live on Purpose!
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Fix these common resume weaknesses and land your dream job: http://t.co/zWShHlDssk
Instead of an objective statement I always suggest a strong summary that is targeted to the job/industry you are seeking. Also, adding strengths and accomplishments will help inject your peronality into the resume.
I could not agree more with the article regarding metrics. When I scan resumes, I am more interested in what you accomplished while you were in the job, instead of what you were responsible for. So show those numbers, metrics, and Key performance indicators.
Hope you enjoy the article. Until next time...PS - Live on Purpose!
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When it comes to your resume is it bragging when you are telling the truth? So many of my highly talented friends have such high accomplishments, and are so humble. I find that to be such a wonderful attribute.
When it comes to their resumes however, it is like pulling teeth to get them to document their relevant accomplishments. They feel like they are bragging, and the resume does not reflect who they are.
First of all the days have long passed when a resume what simply a one page document that outlined what positions you held.
A successful resume should be approached like designing a brochure, and the product you are selling is you. The difference is that a brochure may focus on subjective benefits where your resume needs to talk numbers.
It is not bragging when you state that through your leadership....Your division exceeded revenue goals by ___%, or increased customer loyalty by ____, etc.
So please don't think of it as bragging, just tell me the facts:)
Hope this helps:) Until next time....PS - Live on Purpose!
When it comes to your resume or an interview is it bragging when you are telling the truth? So many of my highly talented friends have such high accomplishments, and are so humble. I find that to be such a wonderful attribute.
When it comes to their resumes or during an interview however, it is like pulling teeth to get them to discuss their relevant accomplishments. They feel like they are bragging.
It is not bragging when you share objective facts like Your division exceeded revenue goals by ___%, or increased customer loyalty by ____, etc. -- or you we recognized or nominated for _____.
So please don't think of it as bragging, it is just sharing important facts about how you contributed and added value.
Hope this helps:) Until next time....PS - Live on Purpose!
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There was a time not so long ago when things were simpler, before the internet, iPads or smart phones were around. Back then a resume was just that …a resume. The task of putting together a resume was not a headache.
The goal was simple: to document job history in a simple to read one page format.
So what has changed in 20 years? Just about everything!
The good news...it doesn't have to be so confusing or difficult. Just look at your resume like part of your wardrobe. You have different resumes for different purposes, just as you have different clothes for different occasions.
If you think of your resume like part of your wardrobe, it will help you to understand that there is a place and time for every outfit in your closet. In your wardrobe you proabably have bathing suits, shorts, jeans, and suits. For every important ocassion you may spend time to carefully select the perfect outfit that is the right fit for the event.
It is the same way with resumes. You need to repackage your knowledge, skills, experience, strengths, and accomplishments in a way that make it easy for the hiring manager to determine that your resume (like an outfit) is a right fit for the position and the company. You can do that by making sure that you dress up your resume with the knowledge, skills, experience, strengths, and accomplishments that the company is looking for.
I hope this helps a bit. Until next time!
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Crafting your perfect CIO resume FierceCIO FierceCIO spoke with Rona Borre, founder and CEO of IT recruiting firm Instant Technology, about how a CIO best positions themselves as a job candidate in a competitive market and what the role of the...
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Tweet Would you like a perfect Linkedin profile? A perfect Linkedin profile is the requisite to promoting yourself on Linkedin, just like on any other social media. A profile which displays all your skills and expertise can help you stand out from the crowd and reach your target audience. So here’s a fantastic infographic from …
I write alot about how to repackage your knowledge, skills, and strengths into an effective, targeted, and customized marketing tool; however, it is just as important that you are doing the same with your social media resumes.
This infographic has 17 tips to help you maximize your Linkedin profile. My advice: You should see your profile like your social media resume where recruiters can search and find you!
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Want a cover letter that conveys your passion and talent and that makes the hiring manager’s day? Make sure you do all of these things.
When a hiring managers takes the time to read cover letters the majority of what they read seems to sound similar. There is a recipe to pulling together your story blended with your personality.
The key is to demonstrate in the cover letter a compelling yet concise way that you can do the job, you are a right fit with our company culture, and your personality will complement our team. The next step is to make sure that your resume shows me proof of what I read in the cover letter.
The tips in this article are excellent!
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A social resume is not so much an actual thing; rather it’s a variety of things all designed to help you gain visibility, position yourself as a leader in your field or subject matter, and ultimately, to get you a leg up in the job market.
I talk all the time about the power of a resume -- this article discusses some ideas you can implement today to improve your social resume.
Please write us and let us know what you are doing to get potential employers to find you!
Would love to hear from you.
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It is essential to promote your online profile, therefore your résumé, efficiently and to the right people. The most straightforward way is to send direct messages to your connections.
I have been talking quite a bit about how to leverage twitter to find jobs, and to help employers find you...however, this is the first time I have mentioned a tweetsume.
If you don't know what one is...there is a good chance that you are not doing it:)
Read on to find out how to tweet your resume to land that job!
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How Your Hobbies Can Land You Your Dream Job
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So you love knitting, cooking, playing with your nieces and nephews, and traveling. Terrific! It's great that you've found something you're passionate about.
It may sound funny; however, if you are smart or lucky enough to get your resume seen by a human being....it could be that a hobby such as marathon running could be the last straw that lands you the interview.
When we look at countless resumes they all seem to start looking the same. Injecting personality into your resume that is relevant to the position and gives us a sense of who is you can work.
Again, you don't want to drown the most important information on your resume with details that aren't important; however, adding a line about your hobbies as long as they are professional and "G" rated could certainly make your resume memorable.
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When it comes to cover letters, hiring mangers want to know: What can you do for us, and how will you fit in? Here's how to answer the (tough) second part.
The bad news is that there is a chance that you will put much effort into customizing a cover letter, and it will never be read....
My response: "So, take the time to personalize the cover letter any way...... including the company's culture."
While having a personalized cover letter or resume won't guarantee that you land the interview, what it will do is increase the likelihood of your resume being seen by a human.
If you are lucky enough that your resume lands in a recruiter's hands -- then a personalized and targeted resume and cover letter will improve the odds of landing the interview in the first round.
Remember the goal is not to simply do what everyone else does -- you have to do that extra to make a great impression. Once you get the interview, then you can sell yourself in person!
Cover letters are still in play and this post covers good insights on how to create one.
