by Ellie Vargo | Oct 19, 2021 | Uncategorized
Investing in your career can pay big dividends. Few would deny that there is value in specialized education that extends your knowledge base, enriches your experience and adds future skills. Expert professional resume writers also impact careers by opening doors to... by Ellie Vargo | Sep 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
Headshots are showing up more often, even on executive-level resumes. Photos on resumes have historically been discouraged because employers’ hiring practices are subject to government scrutiny. It used to be common knowledge that only actors and models need to... by Ellie Vargo | Dec 10, 2020 | Federal Resumes, Job Search, Resume Essentials
Looking for a federal employment opportunity? Here’s what you need to know: 1) They are different from civilian/business resumes and must be written for specific job announcements that are posted on usajobs.gov, indeed.com or agency websites (e.g., Department of... by Ellie Vargo | Oct 20, 2020 | Interviewing, Job Search, Online Application, Resume Essentials
Since even senior-level executives have to follow the online application process today, here are some tips to increase your likelihood of winning interviews. 1. Read the job posting carefully and follow application directions. 2. Make... by Ellie Vargo | Oct 12, 2020 | Interviewing, Job Search, Online Application, Resume Essentials
Determined to ruin your resume—and potential interview opportunities? Here’s what to do: Use a template created by someone else. Since these are often created using graphics and tables and have a rigid format, there is no guarantee that your information will flow in...