Tandem Resumes

There Is No Magic Bullet

Tandem — Thu, 17 May 2012 15:07:25 +0000

An outstanding resume is a critical component of a successful job search and career development strategy, but – as I have written about several times now – it is just a piece of the puzzle.

Client Profile – Temporary Work Works Well

Tandem — Thu, 10 May 2012 19:16:26 +0000

I just heard back from a client who – for a long time – was reluctant to consider temporary employment. She held on to an outmoded notion that it was somehow not an option for someone not pursuing clerical work.

Skateboards, Infographics and Being Disruptive

Tandem — Mon, 07 May 2012 19:05:38 +0000

It is becoming increasingly important to find ways to differentiate yourself in the job market – ways to get the attention of readers and to stand out among a sea of highly qualified candidates.

Fulfillment

Tandem — Thu, 03 May 2012 08:26:16 +0000

Q: Your post on fulfillment really got me. The thing is, many people (including me) don't have that luxury. It's tough enough to make ends meet. Don't you think a lot more people are going to have to be satisfied by simply having a job?

Beyond a Resume

Tandem — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:03:58 +0000

If you follow this blog, you know that I like to share answers to the most frequent questions that come through my inbox. One of the most common questions I get asked is, “What can I do to make my job search successful?”

Who Do I Send a Post Interview Thank You Letter To

Tandem — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:50:18 +0000

Here is a question I get at least once a week, “I interviewed with several people. Who do I send the thank you letter to?” Generally speaking, send a thank you email to every person with whom you interviewed. If you really want to stand out, take the time to personalize each email with something [...]

When Is The Best Time To Follow Up After An Interview

Tandem — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 21:14:04 +0000

If you have recently interviewed and have not heard anything, you are probably hoping that this post will tell you a very specific period of time to wait before following up after an interview. Unfortunately, there is only one way to know for certain, and the answer can only come from the potential employer.

Are You Providing The Wrong LinkedIn Profile URL

Tandem — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 21:49:48 +0000

I can’t tell you how often I see resumes with the incorrect LinkedIn URL on them. In short, your public LinkedIn profile URL should look something like this: http://www.linkedin.com/in/hruncovered Not this: http://www.linkedin.com/profile/edit?trk=hb_tab_pro_top Additionally, if you have not “claimed” your vanity URL, you should do that as well. Here is the link: http://www.linkedin.com/myprofile?editwp=#

Live from a Place of Commitment

Tandem — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 01:13:18 +0000

Make today the day you decide to pursue professional development. The day you decide to live from a place of commitment – not comfort or fear.

No, The Resume Is Still Not Dead

Tandem — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 16:44:40 +0000

A while back, I wrote The Resume Is Not Dead following a spate of articles sounding a death knell for the tried-and-true job search document. At that time, LinkedIn had just announced its “Apply With LinkedIn” button, which many touted as the final nail in the resume’s coffin. The resume has persevered. So why does [...]

Pre-Interview Research – What to Look for When Researching a Company

Tandem — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 16:24:34 +0000

Researching a company prior to an interview is a very good investment of your time. Coming prepared with a high-level grasp of the organization will bolster your confidence and help you speak more directly to why you are a strong fit.

Unemployment Statistics Keep Improving

Tandem — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 19:45:43 +0000

A colleague just told me that 29 states have seen recent drops in unemployment. Woohoo! With that positive movement comes an increased confidence among both the employed and unemployed. It’s an indication that employers are growing, which gives people – currently working or not – increased inspiration to get back to the business of managing [...]

Listing Volunteer Experience On Your Resume and LinkedIn Profile

Tandem — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:03:41 +0000

Listing volunteer experience on your resume and LinkedIn profile is a great idea, but many people are confused about how to address it. I get a lot of questions asking whether or not volunteer experience should be listed with “paid” experience – especially when that experience fills in an employment gap.

Listing Less Relevant Experience On Your Resume

Tandem — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 21:05:23 +0000

Q. I’ve recently graduated from college and am now looking to begin my career. Should I still include high school work experience? My college work experience looks better than my HS work experience, but I just don’t have a lot of it. So, should I include things like food service and old volunteer work or [...]

Functional or Chronological Resume

Tandem — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 13:31:50 +0000

Q: A friend just told me that I should be using a functional resume rather than a chronological one. What are your thoughts?

Maintaining A Professional Social Media Presence

Tandem — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 21:28:54 +0000

I read a lot about the importance of having a professional social media presence. This makes sense if you are in marketing or PR, but I can't imagine any reason why a social profile would be of any use in, say, science and academic positions.

Are Infographics and Video Resumes Effective?

Tandem — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 14:50:27 +0000

In many cases, the belief that these approaches will set you apart speaks to a fundamental misunderstanding of the way hiring managers consume information. In that vein, they are not just ineffective, they will work against you.

Current Promotion – A Resume and More

Tandem — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:27:45 +0000

Bottom line. An outstanding resume is a key piece of the job search / career management process – but only a piece. To be accurate, I think a killer resume is the foundation, which I get into all over this website.

How LinkedIn’s New Company Follow Button Could Impact Your Job Search

Tandem — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 23:06:20 +0000

I like to keep up to date on things that – even in some small way – may help to automate some of the more time consuming aspects associated with a job search or career management.

When To Include Incomplete Education on a Resume?

Tandem — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 19:41:48 +0000

Q. Do you list education on resume if you did not finish the program/major?