Category Archives for Resume/CV
What Makes a Resume Good? 9 Signs to Know
In this article, I’m going to explain how to know if your resume is good or not in 9 steps. After working for years as a recruiter, I’ve studied what makes a good resume and how to know if your resume is good enough to get you hired, so that’s what this article will reveal. […]
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80+ Power Words for a Resume: Verbs and Keywords to Use
The most powerful words you can put on your resume are verbs. While other job seekers are saying, “Responsible for…” you want to be saying, “Led,” “Managed,” “Grew,” etc. In this article, we’ll look at over 80 of these power words to use in a resume or CV. You’ll also discover how to find skill-related […]
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Are Resume Writing Services Worth It? Why Hire a Professional Resume Writer
The opinions and assessments shared on Career Sidekick are our own. We may earn commissions from purchases made after visiting links on our site. A lot of job seekers ask me, “Should I pay someone to write my resume?” or “Should I use a resume writing service?” You want to know the pros and cons […]
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Chronological Resume: The Best Format? (And How to Write It)
If you’re wondering whether you should use a chronological resume format (also referred to as reverse-chronological resume format) or trying to get help with how to write it, then this article is for you. And if you’ve been told to use a functional resume because you’re changing careers or have a work gap, then this […]
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Career Change Resume: Examples and Tips from Experts
If you want to change careers, you’re going to need a great resume to show employers why they should take a chance on you. You need to convince them that you’ll succeed in their role, even if you’ve done different work in the past. And while you can do some of this convincing in the […]
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How Many Pages Should Your Resume Be in 2020?
As a recruiter, one of the most common questions job seekers ask me is, “how many pages should my resume be?” There’s a lot of conflicting advice about when one-page resumes are best, when two-page resumes are better, and the main purpose of your resume to begin with! So I’m going to clear this up… This […]
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How to Write a Resume Skills Section (Examples)
Putting skills on a resume is a great way to show hiring managers what you can do for them, while also including relevant keywords on your resume. However, there’s one BIG mistake that I’ve seen many job seekers make with their skills section on a resume… and it can cost them the interview. So in […]
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How to Address being Overqualified for a Job
One of the toughest obstacles to getting hired: Being overqualified, or being told you’re overqualified by employers. You might hear it in rejection emails after applying for a job, in an interview question, or when you get feedback after your interview. No matter what, it’s frustrating, demoralizing and difficult to overcome! Don’t worry though, in […]
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What to Put on a Resume: 7 Things to Include
One of the most common questions I get: “what do I need to put on my resume? And what order should I put it?” There’s a lot of conflicting info out there about what goes on a resume and how to structure it. So I’m going to share exactly what to put on a resume, […]
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3 Resume Work History Examples (And How to Write Yours)
If you’re looking for resume work history examples or just need some help writing your work history section on your resume, you’re in the right place. I’m going to walk you through how to write your resume employment history with real-world samples from professional resume writers and career experts, and I’ll also share the mistakes […]
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19 Resume Bullet Point Examples That Get Interviews
As a recruiter, the first place I look on your resume is the bullets under your recent work experience. Then if it looks like a good potential fit, I look back up to see your resume summary and other sections. Many other recruiters and hiring managers have told me the same thing too. So writing […]
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How Artificial Intelligence (AI) is Changing Resume Writing
Artificial intelligence is already making its mark on many industries. Computer algorithms can sort through and make sense of more data in a day than a human could in a lifetime, and it’s impacting how we look at information related to healthcare, sports, advertising and more. But what about resume writing and job searching? I […]
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