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Alesia Benedict, Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and Job and Career Transition Coach (JCTC) is the Director of GetInterviews.com, a firm that aids senior and C-level executives through their job search.
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To avoid a data dump in your resume, you must start with a focus. One of the underlying causes of too much information, or scattered approach in the resume is lack of keen focus. Do not try to be everything to everyone. Resumes such as this leave the reader confused and gives the impression the job seeker is also confused. Employers are looking for problem-solvers with experience solving problems that are similar to the ones they currently face.
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If you resign prior to vesting, make sure you are clear about what (if anything) you will be leaving on the table. Check into stock options, tenure, retirement, bonuses and any other financial benefits that may be effected. You may find that staying a bit longer can offer a significant financial perk.
-Ilene Schaffer
One of the greatest professional assets is who you know and who knows you. According to a study of over 600 MBA grads, with 56 % earning over $100,000, “Fifty-eight percent of respondents believe a person skilled at networking could see a ‘significant, substantial or dramatic’ impact on income — even up to a 100-percent increase.”
That means “soft work” like networking can have a pretty substantial ROI.
Cover Letter
The hard part is over, writing the resume, now comes the fun part, connecting with new people and learning about what they are up to! The cover letter is a very important introduction in this regard. It will reflect your personality, your interests, your style and put your resume in perspective.