Tip #15: Effective Resume Focus & Titles
The truth of the matter is this- employers and recruiters usually make their judgment about your resume in about 5 seconds. So, in this extremely short time frame the most important aspect will be your resume title and focus so be sure to grab their attention so that they will be intrigued to read further. [...]
Tip #8: Education & Associations
When creating your resume, including your education doesn’t necessarily mean you have to have a degree. Dig a little deeper such as including certifications you have earned, because this only makes your resume stronger. If you are still enrolled in school obtaining a degree, include the information and your academic goals. Also include any association [...]
Tip #4: Designing & Formatting Your Resume
It is important to choose a resume format that will play down your weaknesses and showcase your strengths and you can use reverse chronological, functional, or hybrid. For example, if you are returning to work after a sabbatical, then you might not want to emphasize this. Go ahead and take a look at some of [...]
Today's Tidbit
If you can, have someone else edit your resume for you before distributing it to employers. Typos make a very bad first impression.
So, You're Over 50 and You're Looking for Work?
This article in BusinessWeek is full of resources for those of you that are over the age of 50 and looking for career opportunities. It's definitely worth the read.http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D9448VUG0.htm