Most hiring managers prefer simple, to-the-point resumes with as little fru-fru as possible. In other words, avoid fancy graphics, strange fonts and full-color photos. Be sure to include all forms of contact information beyond home address, phone number and email. Include any non-personal social media addresses such as LinkedIn, Twitter and Skype. The latter one might…… Continue reading Add Social Media, But Keep Resumes Plain, Simple
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Resume Tip: Don’t Attach
Today’s Junk Mailbox contained more than 30 emails that weren’t delivered due to questionable attachments. As I scanned through the offers of cheap prescription drugs and watches, I found two legitimate messages–both containing resumes. I don’t know what triggered their quarantine status, but I have now moved them along to our HR director. To avoid the risk of…… Continue reading Resume Tip: Don’t Attach
Online Portfolio or Resume? Try Both
After being critical of the bold, four-color resume of a senior I met during a visit to the University of Kansas, I recently received a toned down resume from him–but it still looked like an Oscar-nominated movie ad in the New York Post. The resume was cluttered with too many type faces and sizes, and featured a 2″ x 3″ photo. My…… Continue reading Online Portfolio or Resume? Try Both
Getting A Resume Out From Under the Pile
Over coffee last week, a friend who has been in the job market for nearly a year said he can count on one hand how many responses he’s received from more than 150 online applications. “At first, it was demoralizing, but I have just come to accept the rudeness,” he said. Several other job-seeking friends confirm increasing…… Continue reading Getting A Resume Out From Under the Pile
Resume and Interview Tips from Pros With Commentary from a Young Professional
Leah Bassettt Your first day at a new job has arrived – a swiveling chair, an empty desk, a new email address and a feeling that you’ve started the climb up the corporate ladder begin to circle around your brain like Chicago’s blustering wind. A few days into your new job and you might…… Continue reading Resume and Interview Tips from Pros With Commentary from a Young Professional