If years are missing from your resume, you’re not alone. In fact, 59 percent of Americans have experienced a gap in their resumes at some point in time.
Sure, there’s a myriad of reasons why you might have a gap …
By Cheryl Wagemann, moneygeek.com
Though there are some things in life you can’t negotiate — like your tax bracket or the inflation rate — your salary isn’t one of them. Negotiation is a standard part of the hiring process when you’re starting …
While we now use online job boards and Zoom meetings in place of classified ads and formal handshakes, one thing remains the same: A good resume can speak volumes about you, before you even open your mouth. Your resume is …
Some great things to think about how to make your cover letter stand out – helping you land that interview.
“When you write a cover letter, the goal is to connect and find a common link,” résumé writer and expert …
More advice and things to consider if you are working on application materials over the break. The following resource comes from the US Department of Homeland Security and USA Jobs.
Whether you’re a current federal employee or new to the …
As the winter break is a great time to update your resume, we wanted to share the following resource provided by the US Department of Homeland Security and FEMA for suggestions on active verbs and terms to consider for all …
Your resumé is the single most important document for getting noticed by a potential employer. Studies show that, on average, most hiring managers only spend about 6-7 seconds reading resumés, which makes creating an engaging resumé absolutely essential. While every …
If you are a student or a recent graduate trying to find work, you may not have a lot of experience to list on your resume. But you do have other achievements and accomplishments to show that you are a …
By Arianna Carlson, B.A. International Studies student and Jamie Polliard, OCPD Internship Program & Office Manager
Concision is key. Whether you are writing an email, drafting a script, or preparing a briefing, being able to communicate clearly and concisely is …
If you’ve completed a project you’re especially proud of, it’s natural to want to show it off on your resume—and it might even help you land your next job. Projects that potentially belong on your resume can come from your …
