Bad, for sure, if you change your employment dates and /or leave off employers. I know that we all want to present ourselves in a positive manner but making these kinds of changes can have consequences. The internet means that information can be forever. Resumes sent can stay on file, profiles posted to job websites …

The main argument against is one of personal security, and I get that, but here is why you need it. Recruiters, in their initial 20 second review, look for four or five “key things” on the resume, and location is one of them. Why, because every position has one. The job may be home based, …

Job interview hints and tips can help you prepare for that all important meeting. Preparation on the day of the job interview is a key part of the job placement process. Those who fail to plan, plan to fail. Dress appropriately Groom for success to present a clean and professional image for the job interview. …

Job interview hints and tips can help you prepare for that all important meeting. Preparation before the day of the job interview is a key part of the job placement process. Those who fail to plan, plan to fail. Know where your interview is taking place We work with one company that has five buildings …

Job interview hints and tips can help you prepare for that all important meeting. Preparation before and on the day of the job interview is a key part of the job placement process. Those who fail to plan, plan to fail. During the interview The function of the interview is simply to determine if you …

Interview questions can make the strongest weak at the knees. Many stumble when asked basic questions such as: What position are you looking for? Tell me about yourself?  – or –  What skill set do you “bring to the table”? Job interview answers should be natural and spontaneous Choose one to three career options based …

If only I knew what they wanted to see – on my resume, that is! Everyone seems to have an opinion on resumes, what works and what doesn’t. With 30 years working a recruitment desk I am no different, but my opinions are right, or at least I think they are. In the 80’s a …

What we don’t want to see – on your resume, that is! In our last post we looked at the 20 second resume review and what reviewers want to see on your resume. If you didn’t have a chance to read it yet, you can review it here. We now look at what we do not …