Taking it way too far

September 26, 2008 View Comments

http://searchwarp.com/swa332960.htm  Taking it way too far, this article provides some seriously “outside the square” thinking for interviewing job seekers. His suggestions include checking out the applicant’s wallet to see if all the cash faces the same way, sniffing for cologne and perfume, checking out his or her car, threatening the job applicant, and making them [...]

Certified IT Resume Specialist (CRS+IT)

September 24, 2008 View Comments

I know it is yet another credential and people are probably weary of adding them up and enduring them in my signature line! However, being awarded the Certified IT Resume Specialist credential from Career Directors International is something I’m really proud of! As a self-confessed technology “nut” and yes, Mac Extremist, I have gained a bit of reputation [...]

Follow me on Twitter

September 17, 2008 View Comments

Please feel free to follow the day of a professional resume writer (that would be me) on Twitter. I tweet what I’m doing several times a day. http://twitter.com/gaylehoward

Communicating your value

September 16, 2008 View Comments

Today’s question comes from “Peter” who writes: “I am having trouble with giving people a clear understanding of my past experience and key strengths in my updated resume”. Gayle writes: Peter you aren’t alone! I’ve been writing resumes now for almost 20 years. Most people do not have the chance, time (or the inclination) to hone [...]