by Susan Geary | Oct 1, 2010 | Blog, Career, Job Search Advice, Privacy, resume writing, Uncategorized
I have a bone to pick with online job applications. How are companies remaining compliant with federal and state laws that prohibit asking a job seeker how how s/he is? If you’re as old as I am, you may remember the day of listing a date of birth on an official... by Susan Geary | Sep 5, 2010 | bad bosses, Blog, Career, interviewing, job interviewing, Job Search Advice, Uncategorized, Whistle Blower
After nearly 10 years as a Professional Resume Writer I’ve heard the horror stories of clients who worked for bad bosses. These folks were good at their jobs but were sabotaged by tyrants, ego-maniacs, yes men…. I’ve heard it all. So how do you... by Susan Geary | Aug 6, 2010 | Blog, Career, Facebook, Job Search Advice, Uncategorized, Work
A few months ago I recall reading on TVSpy.com about a Texas News Reporter who got some negative feedback from a viewer. The reporter posted it on Facebook. Needless to say he got a lot of sympathy from friends who also made disparaging remarks about the said... by Susan Geary | Jul 22, 2010 | Blog, Career, interviewing, Job Search Advice, resume writing, Uncategorized, Update Your Resume Month
Not to be confused with “How to Write a Professional Resume” As a professional resume writer, I get a lot of requests to speak to college students, and out-of-work job seekers on how to write a resume. To be honest with you, it’s not something you... by Susan Geary | Mar 11, 2010 | Career, gaps in resume, hiring, job jumping, job search, Recruiters, Uncategorized
I was perusing CraigsList this morning and stumbled upon an ad for a new restaurant that is apparently coming to a town near me. The ad didn’t identify the company, but stated great benefits, distinctive menu, yada, yada, yada. What really caught my eye in the... by Susan Geary | Mar 5, 2010 | Blog, Career, Job Search Advice, resume writing, Uncategorized
That depends on who you ask. If you’re in an occupation that requires a high degree of creativity (ad agency?) then by all means you need an “over-the-top resume.” But if you have a more staid job, then a Plain Jane resume is all you need....