by Susan Geary | Jun 10, 2017 | Blog, Job Search Advice, Resume Service, resume writing, Roanoke Resume Writer
How they are similar. A common issue I see with resumes is that they contain too much information.To be really effective, a resume has to quickly grab attention, and generate interest in the candidate. The same is true for billboards and radio advertising. My... by Susan Geary | Jan 17, 2017 | Blog, Job Search Advice, resume, Resume Service, resume writing, Roanoke Resume Writer
Don’t let your resume date you. I review a lot of resumes, and have noticed a recurring issue with older career professionals. The resume offers up more information than it should. Those little hints that reveal your age, or make you look older than you are.... by Susan Geary | Dec 1, 2014 | Blog, Career, Job Search Advice, Resume Service
In any career, it takes time to get up to speed to learn your craft. Years ago, when I first moved to a new town in Arizona, my mom took me to a new dentist. He was right out of dental school and reasonably priced. But even at 13 years old, I noticed he took a long... by Susan Geary | Nov 21, 2011 | Blog, Careers, Job, job search, Job Search Advice, Resume Service, resume writing, Roanoke Job Search, Roanoke Resume Writer, Uncategorized
1st Rate Resumes is marking down fees for the holiday season. We realize that money is tight and there are a lot of people out of work. And a gift certificate from 1st Rate Resumes makes the perfect holiday gift! During the Thanksgiving weekend, 1st Rate Resumes is... by Susan Geary | Sep 17, 2011 | Blog, Career, Resume Service, resume writing, Uncategorized, Update Your Resume Month
Update Your Resume Month is now in its 10th year. I know this because I was around as a resume writer when this event got underway. Back then the resume writing profession was unheard of. Why would anyone pay someone else to do something they could do themselves? Yes,... by Susan Geary | May 19, 2011 | Blog, Career, Careers, Graduation Gifts, Job Search Advice, Resume Service, resume writing, Uncategorized
It’s college graduation month, and every year I’m disappointed to hear the number of new graduates who are unable to land a job in the field they studied. I don’t blame the educators, however, in my opinion much of the blame rests with College Career...