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 8, 2010 | Blog, Job Search Advice, Uncategorized
That’s the title of the email that found its way to my inbox this morning. My first clue that it was a scam is that it’s from my own email address. My second clue is that I tried mystery shopping about 7 years ago and it doesn’t pay $800 a week. In... by Susan Geary | Sep 7, 2010 | Blog, employee surveillance, Job, Job Search Advice, Privacy, resume, Uncategorized, Work
Have you ever photocopied your resume (or taxes) or any other private information using your company copier? If you’re required to punch in a code and your copier is attached to a computer network — BEWARE! Your boss can monitor everything you photo copy... 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 | Sep 3, 2010 | Blog, Job Search Advice, resume, resume writing, Uncategorized
As a desktop publisher and professional resume writer I LOVE fonts. I have lots of them. But unfortunately when I write resumes I can only use a handful. That’s because most fancy fonts don’t translate well went they are submitted electronically. Many... by Susan Geary | Sep 1, 2010 | Blog, Job Search Advice, resume, resume writing, Uncategorized, Update Your Resume Month
When I write a resume I do everything I can to keep the reader in mind. What are they looking for on a resume? And how can I quickly draw their eye to what the readers is seeking. Problem is, readers of resumes are all in search of different attributes, although they...