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How to Write Work Experience on a Resume

by Rolf BaxRolf Bax

Learn exactly how to describe work experience on a resume. There are specific formats that hiring managers and recruiters prefer, here they are!
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Published in Career

by Susan ShorSusan Shor

What is a career goal statement? (examples + tips)
Career goals can be tricky business. Creating them requires finding the delicate balance between too easy and too ambitious. Be SMART and thoughtful, and you’re halfway there. This blog will get you the rest of the way.
What is a career goal statement? (examples + tips)
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17 min read

Published in Career

by Rolf BaxRolf Bax

The world's best companies to work for (2011-2019)
Employee satisfaction affects how well a company can attract and retain top talent. Using Great Place to Work's annual list of the "World's Best Multinational Workplaces" this graphic charts how companies rated from 2011 to 2019
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13 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

How to write accomplishments for your resume
No hiring manager will be impressed by a candidate who tells them what they do for a job. Your future boss is perfectly aware of the responsibilities of the role in question.  Instead, they are interested in what a candidate has accomplished and how it made a difference for their previous employers. Past performance is an indicator of future success.
How to Write Accomplishments for Your Resume
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30 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Susan ShorSusan Shor

How to ace your customer service job interview
So you have been fortunate enough to land a job interview. Here's a list of questions and scenarios you might hear during your interview.
How to ace your customer service job interview
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12 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Lyndsey McLaughlinLyndsey McLaughlin

What are organizational skills?
The requirement for ‘good organizational skills’ is almost a given for any job posting, but what does this actually mean? Do you need to be the type of person that plans meetings months in advance or are there other ways to show you take charge.
What Are Organizational Skills?
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15 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Debbie BrideDebbie Bride

Should I put my GPA on my resume?
Knowing when and how to include your GPA on a resume can be a tricky question. Resume.io is here to help with straightforward advice that can be implemented right away.
Should I put my GPA on my resume?
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15 min read

Published in Career

by Karl KahlerKarl Kahler

Complete guide to job search methods
Searching for a new job can be a daunting task. This job search guide to the digital job market of 2023 can help you come up with a successful plan to find the job that’s right for you (including finding unlisted jobs and job searching with no experience).
Complete guide to job search methods
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27 min read

Published in Career

by Rolf BaxRolf Bax

The US cities home to the weirdest job titles
Would people apply for jobs with weird job titles? And what do these weird new job titles really mean? And where do you have to go to find work as a Marketing Superhero or Retail Jedi? Check out this latest blog!
The US cities home to the weirdest job titles
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19 min read

Published in Career

by Marlijn van der BokMarlijn van der Bok

How to apply for a job when you’re over 50 and avoid age discrimination
Research shows that older job seekers often face age discrimination. What can you do to prevent ageist bias? And are there regulations to offer older employees a level playing field? We will also show you how to successfully apply as an over-50 and how to create a convincing resume.
How to apply for a job when you’re over 50 and avoid age discrimination
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19 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Susan ShorSusan Shor

How long should my resume be in 2024?
An effective resume in 2024 needs to be long enough to cover all the necessary information, yet not so long that it will dilute your story. Find that perfect balance.
How long should my resume be in 2023?
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13 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Charlotte GraingerCharlotte Grainger

How to use resume bullets like a pro with examples
Resume bullets help you get your point across quickly. But are you using them well? On your next application, save space and wow potential employers with this quick and easy technique of using bullet points!
How to use resume bullets like a pro with examples
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15 min read
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