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Update Your References Week
Okay, so I'm a little early. Update Your References Week begins on Monday, but this weekend is a great time to get a head start. Most job seekers concentrate only on the resume and cover letter, and completely overlook the fact they will need to provide employment...
Rest In Peace Caitlin
Yours was a resume I was really looking forward to writing. I'm sorry we didn't get to spend more time together. Your life was taken way too soon. Caitlin Hammaren 1987-2007 God Speed little Caitey..... Love, Aunt Susan
Moving Tips
I've moved back and forth across the country with a big German shepherd dog and up to 2 cats. This included my spouse, who drove the moving van that towed our second vehicle, while I follow behind in car. We've also used car transport services ($900) to move the car...
The Fine Art of Relocation
I never planned to move around so much. I'm not in the military, I guess I just have itchy feet. I started out on the east coast as a kid, then I was dragged to Arizona kicking and screaming where I spent my teen and college years. In my 20s I was off to Southern...
Beware of Cheap Imitations
OFFICIAL NOTICE: 1st Rate Resumes is not affiliated with any company using First-rate resumes or 1st Rate Resumes in advertisements posted nationwide on Craigslist. You'll know the difference because we clearly post samples of our work on our website. Check us out at...
Resume Requests from Work
How do I nicely say this? I love that fact that clients call me up for resume reviews, and inquiries about services offered, however, I hate it when they do it from work. It makes me feel like I'm contributing to bad behavior on the job and the last thing I want to do...
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