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Resume Writing
Asked by K.S. from Dallas
on August 30, 2009
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I am a stay at home mom thinking about returning to work.
Has anyone recently hired a resume writer service or done there own resume with a website that was helpful? ...
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- Hi K., years ago I got a few resume writing books from the library and did my own. I have often gotten questions from professional recruiters asking if I paid someone...
- www.professional-resumes.com Both my Husband and I (when I used to work) used this company and got great results (employment)! Their pricey but excellent.
- We hired a resume writer , and it was ridiculously expensive. I have since written them for others utilizing what we got from the professional. I could help you with...
Resume
Asked by J.R. from Sacramento
on September 28, 2010
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My 23 year old son needs to make a resume, my computer is on it's last leg, so we can't do one on it. Is there a specific form we can get or, just how can we do this?,...
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- I know you are his mother but at 23 he really should be using his own mind and resources to handle his business (resume writing and job finding). Steer him in the dire...
- Hi, do suggest to your son that he head for the public library. They should have computers he can use for free, and the librarians can help him find some materials--bo...
- Hi J.- There are a couple of things he can do. One, get the resume form off of your computer before it dies (resume wizard in MS Word...there is also one similar in ...
Resume Help
Asked by L.T. from Dallas
on January 27, 2010
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I am attemptng to draft my first resume in 10 years. the problem is that I am at the same job I started when I graduated high sshool. I have worked through college, ...
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- I had the same problem with my last company. What I did was just to break out the different positions you held with the company as if they were with separate companies...
- That's wonderful that you've been able to keep your job that long. What I would suggest is to write down every position you've at that company or at least the last fi...
- Make your resume dynamic and able to be quickly scanned--no longer than 1 page. Use popular buzz words that will not only attract the human eye but also catch the atte...
Resume Advice
Asked by S.C. from Spokane
on July 21, 2011
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I have heard that many people are leaving degrees off of their resume's in order to get a job. Have any of you had to do that? I have a BA in Education but am applyi...
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- I leave my degrees in my Resume. And my GPA, because it is high. AND have letters of recommendation, at the ready. AND References listed in your Resume WITH cont...
- No, don't leave education off - you worked and earned that degree - you list it... Yes, there are MANY AA's that have degrees!! just like there are MANY enlisted fo...
- I would leave it on, especially for an office job. The theory is, that higher degrees are applying for lower level and lower paying jobs, so hiring managers will o...
Resume HELP!!!!
Asked by M.T. from Kansas City
on December 15, 2011
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Ok, so it has been over 4-5 years since I have had a need for a resume and at that point I really didn't even need it to be perfect (former coworker hired me and knew ...
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- My only answer is for #2 - don't leave it off. Some employers consider that lying on your resume and will automatically disqualify you.
- CONGRATS on a lengthy time at the same company!!! ACE HARDWARE 2000 - present. 2000 - 2001 Cashier bullets about what you did 2001 - 2003 - Lead Cashier bul...
- For #1, you should list the different jobs you did. List the most recent and most impressive first, with the lowest level at the bottom. If some of the jobs had basic...
Resume Question
Asked by S.C. from Fort Wayne
on August 12, 2010
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I'm looking to get back into the work force after being a SAHM for 2 years. How do I explain that gap of employment on my resume? Is it OK to put that I was a Stay At ...
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- I didn't read the other answers, but since I was recently laid off my former employer paid for a management company to help all of us with our job search. One thing yo...
- I recieve resumes all day. I decide who gets a call back and who doesn't. So, I have a differant perspective to add. I do read cover letters if they aren't boring, ...
- Yes, it's ok to say you were a SAHM, but everyone is aware of what a mom does so no need to put it on your resume. Since the position is for a lactation consult, I wo...
Help with Resume
Asked by C.C. from Philadelphia
on October 13, 2009
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Hello moms,
I have finally gotten my first associates degree and am looking to get back into the job field (it's in healthcare administration). I haven't done a...
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- Check out WWW.RESUMEEDGE.com
- C., Congrats on your degree! I would advise you to break away from the boring, old-standby format of Name, objective, education, work history, blah, blah, etc. Whi...
- I'd focus on your schoolwork (your core coursework and electives that you REALLY did well in) and your skills (managing your home, budgeting, keeping your family healt...
Resume Writing, Anyone Have This Done?
Asked by A.A. from Dallas
on October 1, 2008
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My husband has been in the mortgage business/sales for years now, he has to make a career change and is looking into having his resume written professionally, we found...
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- I would think that is very high. I may be wrong but I think if you go w/ a good head hunter that should be included in the service and a lot do not require a fee until...
- Sounds like a lot, but not sure what type of work he is wanting so might be worth the $700. Have you tried talking to head hunter? When my brother used one a while b...
- I have never paid to have my resume written, but for $700 I'd expect a money back guarantee. At the same time, as a teacher, I've never made, "well over six figures" ...
Emailing a Resume - HELP!!
Asked by B.. from Dallas
on August 18, 2011
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We are experiencing changes at my husband's job. I am looking for part-time work. I found a job on craigslist, that I have the right experience for. It is 2 evenings a...
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- I wouldn't worry about it. Google cover letters for SAHM's looking for new work, I'm sure you'll get good suggestions!
- If you worry too much about this, then it is going to get in the way of you writing a good resume in the first place. Present yourself for your qualities and skil...
- Hello! I came across your posting on craigslist for XXX... i was VERY excited to see this posting and feel that I am the right candidate for the position and would be ...
Cover Letter & Resume
Asked by R.O. from Kansas City
on July 16, 2010
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Hi Ladies, I need help with putting together a cover letter and resume. I was thinking of going to the library but not sure if they have someone who could help me put ...
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- Talk to friends---let them know you are seeking work and let them help you network, and advise you in any way they can. There may not be someone employed by the libra...
- emurse.com is the best, easiest tool I've used. Completely free too!
- Go to your local workforce center...almost all cities have some sort of Govn't agency whose job it is to help you find work. They have job banks, classes on resume wri...
