Don’t Wait Until You’re Desperate to Update Your Resume Let’s be honest, most people only think about their resume when they’re already in panic mode. A layoff hits. A promotion falls through. A dream job suddenly opens up. And then it’s a scramble to dig through old files, remember career milestones, and rewrite an outdated […]
Let’s be honest, no one loves writing cover letters. They feel outdated. Time-consuming. Awkward. And in 2025, when everything seems to be automated, AI-generated, or resume-only, the big question remains: Do you really still need a cover letter? The short answer: Sometimes, yes. And when it counts, it can make all the difference. Here’s the […]
If you’re over 50 and looking to update your resume in 2025, you’re not alone, and you’re certainly not out of the game. In fact, your decades of experience, leadership, and resilience are valuable assets in today’s job market. While ageism can be a hurdle, many employers now actively seek seasoned professionals who can bring […]
Let’s be real: if you’ve applied to dozens of jobs and your inbox is still empty, your resume might be working against you. Not because you’re not qualified. Not because you’re not experienced. But because your resume isn’t doing its job: getting you interviews. The truth? Most resumes aren’t terrible, they’re just totally forgettable. They’re […]
10 Hard Truths About Searching for A Job in 2025 There’s all kinds of confusing and incorrect AI-generated information online about resume design and formatting, job search tactics, getting through ATS systems and other gatekeepers, and other career-related topics. Here is the stone cold truth about job hunting in 2025. Thanks for reading, I hope […]
You’ve tailored your resume, applied to dozens of jobs. No response. No callback. No interview.What gives? If you’re like many job seekers, especially seasoned professionals, you may have heard of something called an ATS, or Applicant Tracking System. And maybe you’ve even blamed it for ghosting your resume altogether. You’re not alone. ATS has developed […]
As a professional resume writer, I’ve written over 1,000 resume in the past 20 years. I make a living writing resumes for people who aren’t comfortable writing about themselves for a variety of reasons. However if you’re a decent writer, it’s not that difficult to create a resume that will showcase your skills, training, and […]
To enhance your resume, avoid including lies, personal photos, and unnecessary information such as “References on Request.” Keep details relevant, omit graduation years and GPAs unless impressive, and eliminate extraneous skills. Stick to a professional tone and make your document unique. Consider using AI for formatting and guidance.
There is certainly a time and a place for a resume overhaul. Taking a couple hours to really clean up your resume is worth doing before you start a job search, or even just once a year as a tune-up. But sometimes, you don’t have that kind of time. Sometimes, you just have a few […]
Whether you’re being interviewed to be an intern or a CEO, you’re going to run into a few notoriously tricky questions—here’s a road map of what you’ll be asked…
