Posts Tagged ‘resume writing’

Resumes: How to SEO Your Resume

May 16th, 2012

By Agency Central

With the competition for vacancies getting tougher every day, job seekers are always desperate to find new ways of improving their chances of getting their feet through the door. With some basic understanding of SEO and some ingenuous tinkering, did you know there’s ways of optimizing your CV in order to enhance the chances of it getting noticed by the right person.

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Resumes: What Makes a Good Resume?

February 16th, 2012

By Brent Ryan

A resume is your sales tool for getting a job. It may be the only contact you have with a company. Therefore, it must draw intention and interest to your background; and, ultimately, get your an interview. A good resume should also include a cover letter, which updates the employer on your current situation. There are several other key elements that make for a good resume.

Length and Format

Try to keep your resume limited to two pages if possible. This may be impossible if you have 20 or more years of experience. However, the key is to pare it down so the employer can scan it. This may entail » Read more: Resumes: What Makes a Good Resume?

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Career Tips: Preparation For a Career After University

February 15th, 2012

By Richmond University

The transition from being a student to worker is difficult. There are no established procedures. Even though you may have attended a class in resume writing, interviewing or searching for a job, none of these taught you how to enter the job market. With a limited number of jobs available and stiff competition, securing employment for one is a challenge, if not downright frustrating.Fortunately, as a graduate who is computer and technology savvy, you have » Read more: Career Tips: Preparation For a Career After University

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