by Susan Geary | Sep 5, 2013 | Blog, Uncategorized
1st Rate Resumes is closed until late September while we relocate our business to Arizona. Once we’re up and running again, a new phone number will be listed and this message will be gone. Meanwhile, we are booking appointments and chatting with our clients... by Susan Geary | Aug 25, 2013 | Blog, Uncategorized
I see a lot of resumes. And I can usually tell at a glance which ones were self-written, which ones were written by a professional, and which ones were full of plagiarism. Heck, I’ve recognized my own writing in resumes posted on the Internet, or sent to me to... by Susan Geary | Jul 29, 2013 | Blog, Uncategorized
So you’re having problems with your boss? Are you headed right to Human Resources to complain or threaten a lawsuit? Before you do, know this — HR ain’t your friend. Oh they may act like they are, but in truth, the HR department exists to keep the... by Susan Geary | Jul 27, 2013 | Blog, Job Search Advice, Uncategorized
If you’re reading the job ads everyday and applying immediately to every post that interests you, stop. Or rather, slow down. Before you fire off that application, take the time to analyze it thoroughly, take notes, and set aside several days to work on your... by Susan Geary | Jul 19, 2013 | Blog, Uncategorized
This entry is hitting me hard as I write it, as 1st Rate Resumes lost a long time friend, colleague, and writing partner last week. Many of our clients will remember Forrest Glenn Spencer, our humble researcher who dug up information on everything from occupations,...