by Ellie Vargo | Apr 11, 2011 | Job Search, Resume Essentials
How long should your resume be? It is a myth that your entire work history must be confined to a single page. Making everything fit often results in tiny, unreadable blocks of text that no recruiter will willingly navigate. One-page resumes are fine for recent college... by Ellie Vargo | Feb 18, 2011 | Job Search, Resume Essentials
Compelling content is invariably king, especially if you are applying online and are not in what is traditionally considered to be a creative field, e.g. photography or graphic design. A portfolio accessible through your online networking profile (LinkedIn) or... by Ellie Vargo | Feb 15, 2011 | Job Search, Resume Essentials, Uncategorized
Most recruiters have too little time (and too heavy a workload) to read your resume to figure out what you want to do. So instead of using a meaningless objective, use a title that shows you understand the employer’s needs, e.g.: Administrative Assistant,... by Ellie Vargo | Dec 1, 2010 | Resume Essentials
You’ve found the ideal job and now you’re editing your resume to reflect that you are ideally suited for the position. This may require more effort than adding “excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and 8+ years’ proven sales... by Ellie Vargo | Nov 2, 2010 | Job Search, Resume Essentials
Focus is important, no, critical in resume development. A resume is not an autobiography or affidavit, particularly for career changers at middle age or beyond. Include what is essential for the position you are targeting. By all means address potential concerns an... by Ellie Vargo | Oct 28, 2010 | Resume Essentials
“Everybody knows me and my results.” This surprising comment came from a prospective client who was sure recruiters wouldn’t need an itemized listing of accomplishments on the resume. Like the client that professes not to have done anything special and only provides...
