How to Use Resume Writing 101 For Maximum Impact

How to Use Resume Writing 101 For Maximum ImpactResume writing 101 tells you how to turn a single idea into a fully fledged business card. You may be wondering what exactly it is that you should put on your resume. Simply put, it's a job application; therefore, you need to include the information of your job.The writing on the resume is a very important part of the whole process. There are many different techniques in which you can draw up resumes, but you should always remember to make your resume unique from the rest. As stated above, it should be a combination of both business information and personal details. You should include any relevant education and training that you have had in order to give you the edge over the competition.Many people forget to include your employment history while they are writing their resumes. This will be a great disadvantage when applying for jobs, especially if you are trying to get a job at a fast-paced company.One of the most important aspects of the resume writing is the keywords. Now, what do I mean by these? Well, keywords are words or phrases that indicate what the writer will be including. In other words, it would be a strong plus if you can create a product that has a good match to the keywords you use.It is important to be able to speak fluent English language if you are going to appear for a job interview. You have to show the interviewer that you are confident and that you can communicate effectively. If you don't have good English, this factor may not come across clearly to the potential employer.Your resume is not something that should be left until the last minute. You should be able to prepare it well in advance. Be sure to check your resume with the various online job listing sites in order to make sure that it contains all the information that is required.There are many different things that you need to remember, but above all, you need to impress the potential employer. In order to do this, you have to have g ood keywords, plenty of work experience, and enough motivation. The other items are just things that you will discover along the way.

Careers How to Get a Job You Want After Youre Turned Down

Careers How to Get a Job You Want After You're Turned Down After months of searching for jobs, your dream company called you in for an interview. Your resume was flawless, you wore your best interview attire, and you confidently headed to Dreamy Company to meet the hiring team. Things went well. The interviewers laughed. You successfully answered every tough question, and you even got to meet your future co-workers. Things couldn’t have gone better. After one week, you finally hear back from the hiring manager. This is it; it’s the email you’ve been waiting for. As you click open the message, your heart sinks. Much to your dismay, the first sentence starts with, “We regret to inform you …” and that’s when you know you didn’t get the job. But all is not lost. There are some steps you can take that could either change the interviewer’s mind or lead to another opportunity. Here are three things you can do. 1. Ask for Feedback How you respond to rejection is everything. You may be tempted to ignore the rejection email and move on with your job search. Or you may surrender to the temptation to give the hiring manager a piece of your mind. However, if you still want to work for the employer, respond kindly with a request for feedback. Rather than expressing your disappointment or getting angry, put your pride aside, try to sincerely gain an understanding of what went wrong and learn how you may be able to improve. Start by thanking the interviewer for their time and reaffirming your desire to work for the company. Then ask if there is any way you can improve your candidacy for similar positions in the future. Career expert and former recruiter Jaime Petkanics said responding to a rejection email and asking for feedback can be a smart way to leave the door open. You never know when a position you’d be a great fit for will become available. Your positive attitude will leave a good impression and keep you top of mind. “I’ve turned down plenty of people in my career as a recruiter because the job fit wasn’t quite right â€" even when the company fit is very much there,” according to Petkanics. “I have gone back to many of them at future dates to talk about new roles that were a better fit and in lots of cases have hired them. In case that is an option, you want to keep that relationship intact. It’s also a great idea to express that you’d still like to be considered for future roles if something comes up.” Read: The One Thing Managers Say Will Get You Promoted 2. Ask for a Chance to Join a Training Program or Apply for an Internship Another way you can get your foot in the door at your dream company is to show that you’re willing to learn. A positive attitude is another trait hiring managers seek. A whopping 73% of managers in a CareerBuilder survey said this soft skill was also very important when it came to identifying a good company match. Some companies host training programs for entry-level employees and career changers looking to break into a particular field. Show how positive and motivated you are by asking if the company has a training program. If they do, ask how you can be part of it. If a training program does not exist at the company, inquire about an internship (if you can afford to take a pay cut). If you’re determined to become their employee, now is the time to be flexible and a little creative. You never know, your determination may just change the hiring manager’s mind. Read: How Much Notice Should You Really Give When You Quit Your Job? 3. Follow Up on a Question You Didn’t Answer Well If you haven’t heard back from that dream company yet, you want to prepare for future options, or you know they haven’t filled the position yet (despite sending a rejection letter your way), there’s something else you can try. If you know you completely flubbed an answer to an important interview question, there are no rules against sending a follow-up email with a better answer. This is your chance to give yourself a do-over before the hiring manager makes a decision. Following up and taking another stab at the question shows not only that you are serious about the job but also that you are the type of person who doesn’t give up easily. Motivation is a personality trait many employers are looking for when it comes time to hire new employees. Roughly 66% of employers in the CareerBuilder survey said motivation is an essential soft skill. So just by following up to revise your question, you’ve shown a positive trait that might turn things around in your favor.

5 Business Essentials for Career Coaches, Counselors, and Experts in 2012 - Work It Daily

5 Business Essentials for Career Coaches, Counselors, and Experts in 2012 - Work It Daily Webinar Information Duration: 1 hour Host: J.T. O'Donnell Cost: FREE Host Information Jeanine Tanner “J.T.” O’Donnell, founder of CAREEREALISM.com, a top-three career advice site that specializes in Authority Marketing in the career space. Her clients include Fortune 500 businesses and her work has been cited in many major publications including the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, The New York Times, Fox Business and CBS MoneyWatch. Her book, CAREEREALISM: The Smart Approach to a Satisfying Career, outlines her highly successful career-coaching methodology. She also works with Dale Dauten to write the career advice column “JT Dale Talk Jobs,” a nationally syndicated column that appears in more than 130 newspapers, reaching 6+ million households weekly. Read Full Bio » FACT: The opportunities for career educators will be huge in 2012. With an estimated 25M unemployed, 18M under-employed, and 60M+ over-worked and seeking a new job, the demand for career services will continue to rise. PROBLEM: Our industry, to some degree, is getting a bad rap. Scam artists and non-qualified, self-proclaimed experts are burning unsuspecting, desperate job seekers. Additionally, thanks to the “free factor” of the Internet, many professionals in need of our services expect that we give away our knowledge, time and expertise. We need this to stop! SOLUTION: Career Media Expert, J.T. O’Donnell will share the five business essentials career educators will need to succeed in 2012. O’Donnell is the founder of the top-ranked career advice site, CAREEREALISM.com as well as CEO of CareerHMO.com, the first career coaching membership service provider. In this hour-long webinar, O’Donnell will share: New trends in career education that will define your reputation in the industry. Changes in consumer thought you can use to your advantage. Tools and resources that can help you expand your business in 2012. Career Educators Have New Year’s Resolutions Too â€" To Earn More $$$ in 2012 If this sounds like you, then reserve your spot so you can hear how to reach your New Year’s resolution as a career educator. We know what you want: To help more people â€" and make a decent living doing it. This webinar will show you how! This event has already happened. Click here » to view the recording and slides of this webinar. Image from faberfoto/Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!