by Ellie Vargo | May 20, 2015 | coaching topics, Online Application, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
Applying online? A word to the wise . . . . Frustrating, but mandatory. Few candidates today can escape the process, even at the highest levels. So, prepare to be challenged and frustrated. The first online application you complete will likely be the hardest, so get... by Ellie Vargo | Mar 2, 2015 | Job Search, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
I’m often asked to review resumes candidates have developed for themselves and have noticed a disturbing trend – photos! Employers of any size must comply with EEO laws, so photos on resumes are absolutely taboo unless you’re a model or an actor.... by Ellie Vargo | Sep 8, 2014 | coaching topics, Job Search, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
You’ve spent 10+ years with the same employer and had hoped to stay until retirement. But you have a nagging suspicion that something isn’t right. Should you stay or should you go? You certainly aren’t alone if statistics on job fulfillment are any clue. Here’s a note... by Ellie Vargo | Sep 20, 2013 | Job Search, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
The appearance of your resume can make or break its chances of being read by a recruiter or hiring manager. Does it scream that you are trying too hard, not trying hard enough or simply that you have a lackadaisical attitude? Are you applying for positions for which... by Ellie Vargo | Sep 18, 2013 | Job Search, Justifying promotion, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
One of the smartest career choices you can make is to keep your resume updated and ready to go as “opportunities of a lifetime” emerge. Many prospective clients inquire as to how quickly their projects can be turned around. The honest answer is that quality takes time... by Ellie Vargo | Feb 20, 2013 | coaching topics, Cover Letters, Interviewing, Job Search, Justifying promotion, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
What do people think about you and what does that have to do with your approach to job search? I’m going to take the liberty of answering that with another question: What is the value of knowing your strengths and weaknesses? If you don’t know what you have to offer...
