This is very simple! Earlier this week, we talked about how to request and send recommendations through LinkedIn and since you have already taken action, you should start receiving some recommendations from your colleague and network. So, here is how you display all those wonderful recommendations on your LinkedIn Profile: Login to your LinkedIn Profile [...]
There are hundreds of thousands of groups in LinkedIn that you can join and start networking with others. It is these groups, they allow you to share your knowledge and expertise with others and you can also learn a new thing or two. Try joining groups that others in your network are involved in and [...]
Let’s start with recommendations. We all know that when someone lets others know that our services or professionalism is superior that it helps create a stronger rapport and when you have recommendations within your network, it goes even farther. Here is a step by step on how to give and receive recommendations thus helping you [...]
This week, we are going to continue on the path so you can strengthen your networking skills. What does networking have to do with finding a job or getting your foot in the door with your resume? EVERYTHING! At Chapman Services Group, we understand what the decision-makers, hiring managers and recruiters are looking for when [...]
We all are aware that when job searching, we must put our best foot forward and this means, having a powerful resume that shows your value so you get noticed. But what does that really mean? Here it is in a nutshell: Your resume should include your skills, your accomplishments and should be written in [...]
With waves of applicants applying for the same position, here are some tips to stand out from the crowd to ensure you and your resume gets noticed and you get called in for an interview: Make sure your resume is error free (spelling, grammar, etc)Use targeted job search techniques to maximize your effortNetwork for hidden [...]
When sending out your resume, introduce yourself by adding a cover letter. Not just any cover letter will do. There are several kinds of cover letters to choose from so ask a professional resume writer which cover letter would be the best choice for your circumstances.
I read an interesting Forbes article on Job boards and if they are a significant resource when job searching and recommend that you read it as well. The short of it- when looking for a job, use all resources- LinkedIn, Job Boards, word of mouth, distribution services, etc. Leave no stone unturned! Happy job hunting!
If you are a polished and more mature professional, you may be concerned with your resume “showing” your age. And even your highlights that go beyond 20 or so years can be added to your resume summary so that potential decision-makers can see your value. Using this perspective verses adding positions that go beyond 20 [...]
A good rule of thumb when sending out your resume is either cut and paste the plain text version or add your resume as an attachment. Because mail clients differ, it is best to add the PDF attachment instead of the Word file to ensure your resume is viewable by any potential decision-maker.