The following rules are important when considering references for your job search: Always ask a person for permission before you use them as a reference. You want to be sure… Read More
What Not to Include in Your Resume
Your high school education, unless you are applying for your first job after high school. Generally, employers only look at—and care about—your post-secondary education. Badly outdated skills. No businesses are… Read More
Your Resume Goals in College
Soon many of you will be starting or returning to college. Your first priority is to concentrate on your studies, but one of your other priorities should be looking ahead… Read More
The Ten Big Do Not’s of Resumes
This week’s blog is a list of resume Do Not’s. Next week we will list the big resume Do’s. Do not use the words “I” or “me” or “my”—they can… Read More
“References on Request”
Modern resumes avoid stating the obvious, such as “references on request.” But sometime during the interview process, you will be asked to provide references. You need to prepare for that… Read More
Past Employers: How Much Do You Say on Your Resume?
When you describe your past employers in your resume, make it easy for hiring managers and recruiters to understand who you worked for, where and when. Resumes written to apply… Read More
