Resume Right: 5 Q’s With a Recruiter: Katie
by Jesaka Long @ a.k.a writer resumeThrough your emails, clicks and comments (including those offline conversations), you’ve told me that the “Resume Right” tips are educational and helpful. So, lucky you, I am giving you a bonus with this new feature: “Resume Right: 5 Q’s With a Recruiter.” These tips come directly from professionals who are weeding through resumes on a daily basis.
Resume Right: A Theatre Major’s Polish
by Jesaka Long @ a.k.a writer resumeBased on the stories and tips shared in my post Build Your Own Stage, these five skills give all theatre majors something to flaunt off stage. Even if you’re not a thespian, these tips might give you some ideas to spiff up your own resume.
How To Write Your Way Into the Best Darn Jobs Ever
by Steph Auteri @ Freelancedom lettersresumeWhether you’re applying to a staff job, pitching newspaper and magazine stories, or attempting to net new clients, the ability to write good letter is key. After the jump, all the building blocks of the perfect letter, plus all the eensy weensy details you should always double check:
Resume Right: Font 101
by Jesaka Long @ a.k.a writer resumeOne of my coworker’s favorite interview questions is “what is your favorite font?” She’s serious. While you don’t have to be a font savant to pick the right resume typeface, there a few things you must know.
Resume Right: Results
by Jesaka Long @ a.k.a writer resumeIf you’re packing your resume with verbs, then this next tip may seem a bit obvious: highlight the results of your work. Sure, you managed a project with a significant budget. But what did you do with that money?
Resume Right: Verbs
by Jesaka Long @ a.k.a writer resumeverbsI’m known for turning out mean, clean resumes for people who are looking to move up or move on to new jobs. They say it’s because I’m a writer. Well, yes, I’m a writer. But I’ve also put words to work in the staffing industry and in the recruiting department of a global coffee company. So I’ve had the opportunity to help people polish their resumes and hear the unvarnished feedback from hiring managers.