Supply a Salary History When Applying for a Job?
Kelly writes: I am in the process of applying for a job that I saw an ad in the newspaper, and it asks for a salary history. Should I include this information in my cover letter, resume, or should this...
View ArticleResumes for Blue-Collar Jobs
Tanisha writes: Do you know of a web site where I could look up a sample resume for an automotive technician/mechanic? I haven’t been too successful on my own. The Career Doctor responds: You’re...
View ArticleMounting a Job Search After Termination
Julia writes: I’ve just been fired. I am overwhelmed with what appear to be hundreds of resources but appear to be going nowhere quickly. How can I identify the best source and narrow the focus of this...
View Article3 Best Pieces of Advice for New-College-Grad Resume
Hollie writes: I am wondering what are your three best pieces of advice for someone fresh out of college starting a resume? The Career Doctor responds: I like a challenge – and believe me, holding me...
View ArticleBe Proactive in the Job Search
Sherrie writes: I moved to Sacramento two weeks ago, and in that time, I have submitted more than 40 resumes but have received only one response back. I understand that I lack professional experience...
View ArticleEnhance Studies to Boost Job Change?
S.B. writes: I recently started my current job, after a long job search and various temping positions. I graduated from college three years ago. I have a BA in business administration with a major in...
View ArticleHer Resume Has Too Much Information
Leona writes: I am currently job hunting in a new city. I have no formal training but a lot of work experience in different areas. In my old resume, I included phone numbers of past employers; is this...
View ArticleUsing Notes in an Interview
Sonja writes: Is it all right to take notes to an interview? I have an interview coming up. I have prepared by taking notes to express my highlights/attributes. They’re simply key words/phrases to help...
View ArticleThe Skinny on Salary Histories
Jase writes: I am currently in the midst of a job search, and I find myself responding to a number of opportunities requesting salary-history information. Statements like “Submit resume, cover letter,...
View ArticleOvercoming “Job-hunter’s Block”
Jodi writes: I have just graduated and received a BA in communication from quite a prestigious university. I have been avoiding the extensive job search for months now. I need to become more motivated....
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