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Creating a Resume by Yourself Can Be Ineffective Lincoln, Neb. (PRWEB) May 14, 2013 Most employees have written a resume at least once in their career. As little as 15 years ago, resumes were simply documents that recorded an individual’s professional and academic history. The prevailing wisdom at that time was to begin a resume with an objective statement in which a candidate explained what job was being sought or what the individual expected in terms of employment. Times have changed....

Hiring took a hit in March and as competition for jobs heats up candidates seek new ways to stand out. Introducing a ‘new way’—the ACareerJob job-matching app which allows job seekers to stand out in a tough job market using video resumes, aka ‘the new cover letters.’ Waterloo,On. (PRWEB) April 10, 2013 Hiring took a hit in March and as competition for jobs heats up candidates seek new ways to stand out. Introducing a ‘new way’—the ACareerJob app which allows job seekers...

To Explain Gaps in Employment You Need a Resume and a Cover Letter Lincoln, Neb. (PRWEB) February 15, 2013 No one has a perfect professional history. However, some will find that past layoffs or lengthy unemployment will make it difficult, if not impossible, to get a new job. “Hiring managers and recruiters are wary of individuals who have a spotty work history,” said Darlene Zambruski, ResumeEdge managing editor. “That’s why most prefer a reverse-chronological resume. Its format...

For executives seeking to climb the ladder at a rapid pace, Employment BOOST has developed a complete ‘Personal Brand Identity’ executive resume service package. (PRWEB) January 01, 2013 Employment BOOST, an executive resume writing service, is now offering a distinctive $1075 Large Enterprise Executive Resume Service Package for those seeking to rapidly climb the corporate ladder. The Large Enterprise Executive Resume Service Package includes a resume written by a team of industry...

ResumeEdge now offers two main products plus two add-ons; products showcased on new website Lincoln, Neb. (PRWEB) October 08, 2012 ResumeEdge, a leading online provider of resume writing and editing services, today released a simplified product line and new website at ResumeEdge.com. “We want it to be simple for job seekers to get the help they need so they can land their dream job,” said Jackie Ostrowicki, ResumeEdge president. “With our new product line and website, it’s easy to...

SUNNYVALE, Calif., June 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Simply Hired(®), the world's largest job search engine, today announced Simply Apply(TM), a quick and easy way for job seekers to apply for jobs with more than 10,000 employers using mobile devices and the Web. With 77 percent of job seekers using mobile technology for their job search, Simply Apply offers an efficient way for candidates to apply for jobs on mobile phones and tablets, streamlining the application process and saving...

MENLO PARK, Calif., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Think cover letters are passe when applying for a position? Think again, a new OfficeTeam survey suggests. More than nine in 10 (91 percent) executives polled said cover letters are valuable when evaluating job candidates. In addition, nearly eight in 10 (79 percent) respondents indicated it's common to receive cover letters even when applicants submit resumes electronically. The results mirror those from a similar survey conducted in...

MCLEAN, Va., Jan. 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/-- Employers receive hundreds of applications in response to job openings, so it is imperative that you and your resume stand out from the crowd. Here are five surefire practices that will help you get your foot in the door. Skip the objective statement Instead of putting an objective statement at the beginning of your resume, create a job-specific, targeted introduction outlining your capabilities. Here, it is essential to avoid...

Letter-Samples.com, a leading website providing visitors with free letter samples and templates now provides over 1500 free samples of letters. To mark this milestone the letters are featured on a new design making it easier than ever for visitors to find the sample they are looking for. Visitors can download and easily edit or print any of the free templates or sample letters provided on the website for personal use. Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) October 25, 2011 Letter-samples.com is now...

This unique job board from ResumeBear will only feature 100% verified job postings in efforts to eliminate wasted time for job seekers. Solana Beach, Ca (PRWEB) August 09, 2011 "We have already had an astounding success. Within the first 72 hours of its release, over 100 companies have already utilized the job board. " Says Founder Bob Warren. The simple and easy applying process is what separates ResumeBear from other Job Boards. Pick the Job Post, choose a Resume, customize the...