The Elevator
A blog to elevate your resume, job search & career to the top floor!
Should you apply for that job?
by 
Rolf Bax
Finding that perfect job can be frustrating. There are many questions to consider when deciding which positions to apply for. Here is key advice to help your application decision
The Elevator editor’s picks
Resume Help15 min read
Proofreading your Resume: 12 Tips
Published in Job Interview
by 
Paul Drury
Compelling career goals help show an employer you are motivated and ambitious. This blog will walk you through the dos and don’ts of expressing your career goals.
Published in Resume Help
by Paul Drury
A great resume can clear the path to transforming your career. Investing in a resume writer is common. But who can you trust to do you justice?
Published in Resume Help
A few years ago, resume icons became all the rage. Why simply write out your phone number when you could also illustrate it with a cute little telephone symbol?
Published in Career
Most of us have mastered the fine art of giving a good first impression, but just as important are the final ones – especially when it comes to leaving a job. Recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that the average worker leaves a job every 4.6 years.
Published in Job Interview
by 
Karl Kahler
Whether you’re drafting a resume or sitting down for an interview, finding the right words to describe yourself is a mission-critical task for any job seeker. Here’s our advice on how to describe yourself in a positive light without going over the top.
The Hardest-Working People on TV
If you've wondered which TV stars are the hardest working, than look no further. Resume.io has scoured 5 years of TV credits to find out which celeb is putting the most work in
Published in Career
by Paul Drury
Has your company given you a weird job title? Does no one know what it really means? Can you change it when it comes to writing your resume? We look at a list of job titles and the impact of a job title on a resume.
Published in Job Interview
During the hiring process, there are many nerve-wracking stages. Perhaps the most stressful of all is the interview. Once it’s over, you may be wondering how you did. In this guide, we take a look at the telltale signs an interview went well.
Published in Career
Your boss has called you into their room and said the words you were afraid to hear. Your guts wrench. Don’t panic. Here’s what to do when you lose your job.
Is it time for a career change? What to do if it is
If you’re tired, bored or unfulfilled at work, it might be time for a career change. This post will help you decide if time’s up on your current job and how to make a positive career change.
Published in Resume Help
by Rolf Bax
By listing your personal interests on your resume, you can add a personal touch about what makes you you. In this article, we’ll discuss why it’s sometimes advisable to list interests on your resume.
