The 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...
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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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Leah writes: I am a single mom of a 16-year-old daughter who desparately wants to work in an office. We have gone the designated route for summer employment through her public high school, but they...
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Anonymous writes: Here is the situation. I’m a former police officer who was recently (wrongly) convicted of a white collar crime. I have a two-year degree in business and have had about three years of...
View ArticleBusiness Analyst Jobs in the Healthcare Field
Annette writes: I’ve recently relocated to the NJ area and am seeking a position as a business analyst. I have nine years experience in the health insurance/managed-care industries. As N.J. does not...
View ArticleAction Verbs in Resumes
Nancy writes: Hi, I have a question on present vs. past tense of strong verbs used for listing skills on your resume. I always thought you used present tense for resumes, but a career-development...
View ArticleRe-tooling a Stagnant Career
G.B. writes: I’ve been at the same company for 12 years and recently started getting the runaround when I inquire about certain posted positions. I feel that it’s time to move on. So, I recently...
View ArticleMaking the Transition from Non-Profit to For-Profit Work
Ray writes: I have been in the non-profit world for nearly 20 years, as an executive director. I would like to change now, and find that my strong resume in the non-profit sector and lack of schooling...
View ArticleFinding References
Joyce writes: What can I do if I can’t find a reliable reference? I am about to graduate for the second time (2nd college degree in social work, first is in sociology), and I cannot seem to find anyone...
View ArticleSupply 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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