Category: Job Hunting
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20+ Self Reflection Questions to Figure Out Your Career
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Self reflection is a helpful way to celebrate how far you’ve come and plan for what’s next. It’s a good idea to pause and reflect every once in a while… quarterly, semi-annually, or annually (at the very least). This exercise can also be helpful in moments when you are thinking…
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Are resume writing services worth it?
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You may assume that I would say yes in a heartbeat because I run Resume Rescue… However, I honestly think it depends on your time commitment and urgency. ⏰ If you’re willing to put in the time and effort to go through the entire process, then resume services might not…
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Why You Should Never Use a 2-Column Resume
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Many years ago, I learned how to appreciate a good resume while screening them for hiring managers. To date, I’ve helped 185+ people around the world through Resume Rescue and I must declare that I always advise against a 2-column resume because it wastes space! Space on your resume is…
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Read This If You’re Interested In Making a Career Transition Into Tech
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Whether you’re a teacher or an accountant, making a career transition into tech is possible if you put your mind to it. I started the #MakingTheMove series to share unique stories and advice from people who started off with non-technical backgrounds and ended up in the tech world! #ICYMI, here…
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3 Steps to Start the Job Hunting Process Effectively
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In my many career chats, I’ve heard that 18 months is usually a good time to start putting your feelers out for new opportunities. The exercise of job hunting can be tedious and painful, but it keeps you sharp and fresh in the ever-changing job market. Even if you’re happy…
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Career Walking Decks 101
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Earlier this month, I ran a workshop with a community of U.S. military veterans in partnership with the Microsoft Software & Systems Academy. ICYMI, check out the presentation below: Click to view the presentation 👇🏼 Find everything you need to get started with creating a career walking deck below: More…
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3 Reasons Why Every Job Seeker Needs a Career Walking Deck
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Hello Job Seekers, you are likely reading this because you want to stand out as a candidate. Since joining Microsoft in 2020, I’ve come across a concept called the career walking deck and almost every high performer that I’ve met has some version of this asset. Think of a career…
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Should you have a Professional Summary or Objective section on your resume?
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For the past 5 years, I have been running Resume Rescue and have helped 180+ people around the world. I’ve seen many resumes with a Professional Summary or Objective section at the top and will be sharing my thoughts on whether you should have one or not. No, you do…
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Should your resume exceed 1 page?
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I know there are a lot of different perspectives on whether your resume can be more than 1 page. I am sharing my thoughts from reviewing 180+ resumes through Resume Rescue and from talking to recruiters and hiring managers. No, your resume should not exceed 1 page. On average, recruiters…
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Here’s what I really think about your resume!
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To date, I have personally helped 180+ people around the world through Resume Rescue. The best part about putting my time into this hobby is hearing when people have landed interviews and even their dream jobs because of my help! I must say that I’ve seen a lot of different…