I get this question a lot and the most important thing to remember is that your LinkedIn profile should be as detailed as possible and complete. Essentially, you could consider your LinkedIn profile to be your online resume since employers and decision-makers search LinkedIn to find qualified candidates. Include information regarding your employment credentials and [...]
The toughest “job” you could possibly have is job searching and since competition is fierce, there are some “KEY” steps you should consider to make your job search more effective: Treat your job search like a business- have a game plan and strategy!Know what you want and plan how to get it!Have an updated resume [...]
Alongside your resume and career portfolio, using LinkedIn can work wonders to catapult your career! There are literally hundreds of ways to use LinkedIn and I will share a few: Use LinkedIn to market your area of expertise or businessUse LinkedIn To find a job and for your job search and for hidden marketsUse LinkedIn [...]
Competition is fierce and there are some simple steps you can take to shorten your job search: Have an updated resume that promotes your talents and value to a potential employerAlongside of searching on your own, have your resume distributed directly to the decision-makersMake a lasting first-impression! Highlight your strengths and abilities and practice before [...]
Online Networking can be the leverage you need during your job search and with a vast array of sites, let me recommend LinkedIn! Chapman Services Group offers the Development of your LinkedIn Profile and here’s the simple reason! LinkedIn is a professional networking platform which allows the professional to build their network and connect through [...]
Your job search is not panning out and you are starting to rethink if it is your current resume or just the economy….the truth is…it is NOT the economy! Sure, there is a tremendous amount of competition; however, your current resume should unlock the door and get the interview process started! If you are ready [...]
When you are looking for a job, it’s important to have a powerful introduction even if the company is not hiring! To achieve this goal, alongside of your resume, you should include a cover letter which not only introduces you to a potential employer, it leverages your career. You should include why you are valuable [...]
Are you hunting for a new job or career and need a little help to focus on what is important, determining your dislikes and likes, landing the positions and salary range you desire to secure your future? If any of these apply to you, then it’s time to take action! Staying focused on “the prize” [...]
You’ve spent endless hours sending out your resume but your phone just isn’t ringing- - why? Your resume has your experience laid out, easy to read so what’s missing? It doesn’t matter how good you think your resume is- if the phone is NOT ringing and you aren’t getting calls for interviews, then get a [...]
When having your resume professionally written or even if you are attempting to write your own resume, there are ways to emphasize your strengths without sounding arrogant or conceited. Here are a couple of tips on how to accomplish this: Focus on your abilities and the challenges you faced, the actions you took and the [...]