Top 40+ Job Search Blog Posts of 2013

Top 40+ Job Search Blog Posts of 2013 201 Great job search reads that were read by many this past year. From Singapore to the UK, Australia to Israel, Switzerland to the USA. Thanks as always to the Top Job Bloggers for sharing their best and most visited, a fitting recap for what was job search in 2013. Enjoy! In no specific order… Top Job Bloggers’ Most Popular Articles of 2013 Heather R. Huhman: 11 More Things They Don’t Tell You About Your First Internship Lavie Margolin: 14 Do’s Don’ts for LinkedIn “Skills Expertise” profile category Meg Guiseppi: Social Proof: Where Online Presence Meets Personal Branding Dorlee M: How to Tame Your Job Interview Anxiety Once And For All ! Sital Ruparelia: 5 Networking Myths Alison Green: when should salary be discussed in a hiring process? (part 2) Gayle Howard: The Traditional Cover Letter. Is it Outdated? Andy Headworth: So where are the 10 hottest job markets going to be in 2020? Joey Trebif: Top 6 Questions Asked for Embedded Engineers During an Interview Julie Walraven: Top 5 Major LinkedIn mistakes to avoid in 2013 Lindsey Pollak: Millennials at Work: Gen Ys and Ambition Suzanne Lucas: Want Happier Employees? Feed Them Karalyn Brown: 88 Great Behavioural Interview Questions To Help You Prepare For Your Next Interview! Sharlyn Lauby: How To: Follow Up After a Job Interview Dana Leavy-Detrick: How to Follow Up After the Interview or Application Alexandra Levit: 8 Bad Mistakes New Managers Make Jim Stroud: This is why your resume was rejected Rich DeMatteo: 5 Things Recruiters Hate About Job Seekers Dan Schawbel: Beware The ‘Tell Me About Yourself’ Job Interview Question! Jennifer McClure: 10 Action Steps to Get the Most Out of LinkedIn [Beyond the Basics] Andrew Rosen: 8 Best Employee Incentive Programs Anita Bruzzese: The No. 1 Reason Employers Can’t Find the Right Talent Cindy Kraft: The 5 Worst Things You Can Do in Your Career Jon Ingham: Qinetiqette qits â€" can it be true? Penelope Trunk: The pursuit of happiness makes life shallow Recruiting Animal: Revisiting Job Hunters â€" Jul 17, 2013 Eve Tahmincioglu: Women, Work, War: A Guide to Toppling “The Company Man” Model Hannah Morgan: 41 Reasons Why You Didn’t Get the Job Jenny Foss: Two different shoes don’t matter. Getting the important stuff right does. Dan McCarthy: How to Confront an Employee Performance Problem Erin Kennedy: Unemployed? You Have Secret Powers! Phyllis Mufson: Goal Setting: Part 2 of Your Personal/Professional Success Plan Joshua Waldman: Part 1: Why You Should Use LinkedIn â€" Like Your Career Depends on It Barbara Safani: 10 Items That Should be Removed From Your Resume Pronto! Mark Stelzner: The Power Of Seven Simple Questions Jessica Merrell: 12 Best Most Ridiculous Employer Brand Recruiting Videos Jason Alba: Never again say: “I lost my job.” Instead, say this: Mark Babbitt: “Follow Your Passion” SUCKS as Career Advice Susan Joyce: After the Job Interview â€" Keep Searching and Keep Interviewing Donna Sweidan: What Is Career Coaching And How Can It Help You? Susan LaMotte: 5 Reasons Recruiting Is Like Dating Grace Kutney: Quick Tips: Preparing for Skype or Phone Interviews Miriam Salpeter: Networking tips: how to expand your network Meghan M. Biro: Leadership Is About Emotion ?? Top Job Search Articles of 2019 ?? Top Job Search Articles of 2018 ?? Top Job Search Articles of 2017 ?? The Top Job Search Articles of 2016 The Top Job Search Articles of 2015 The Top Job Search Articles of 2014 Top 40+ Job Search Blog Posts of 2013 56 Best Job Search Blog Posts of 2012 The 51 Best Job Search Blog Posts of 2011 56 Most Popular Job Search Blog Posts of 2010 39 Best Job Search Tip Articles of 2008

What Is the Difference Between Hemp CBD Oil and Marijuana CBD Oil

What Is the Difference Between Hemp CBD Oil and Marijuana CBD Oil With so much information bombarding the media and internet about the use of medical cannabis for certain diseases and symptoms, it is important to understand the components of marijuana and how to obtain them legally. There are numerous stories of the use of cannabidiol (or CBD) oil for treating seizures but one of the first stories of success to appear really is quite fascinating. Charlotte Figi was having about 300 grand mal seizures per week when she was 5 years old. Fed up with her treatment not moving in the right direction, her father started to look for other options. He found a video online where someone had used CBD oil in treating Davet syndrome and he and his wife decided that something had to be better for helping their daughter. They were able to find a high CBD and low THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) strain of marijuana from a weed dispensary and some friends of theirs helped them to extract the oil. The CBD in marijuana holds more of the therapeutic components while THC is the psychoactive element. Right from the very first drops, Charlotte had a positive response to the CBD. So much so that her seizures dropped to about one per week. Her parents then sought out the owners of a dispensary and began working to cultivate the strain of marijuana now called “Charlotte’s Web.” Soon businesses were springing up everywhere to fill the demand for CBD. Under the Federal Controlled Substances Act, CBD from hemp is legal, but in order to make it, you first have to grow high-CBD cannabis plants. So it is crucial that sourcing of CBD oil comes from reputable, licensed growers. Click here for one option. CBD Differences People are learning about the amazing characteristics of CBD and the demand continues to grow. The topic can become confusing quickly in trying to understand the difference between hemp CBD oils and marijuana CBD oils. CBD can be found in Cannabis Indica and Cannabis Sativa. Indica is considered the drug producing plant and sativa is considered the hemp producing plant because it produces very little of the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) which is what gets people high. This hemp product is legal in the US according to the federal government, but some states have varying laws. Hemp CBD is regulated by the FDA as a supplement but snake oil sales agents still flourish in this kind of environment. The FDA has found some preparers of CBD to be selling dangerous chemicals with little to no actual CBD within their formulations. However, there are several reputable producers creating high-CBD strains for medical use. As the markets continue to grow, producers are becoming more aware of the necessity for strict testing and submitting to various certifications voluntarily. There are numerous state-certified labs to provide standardizations on the various strains and compounds. It is critical for anyone considering using hemp-derived CBD to purchase for a reputable vendor who is selecting the highest-grade cannabis for extraction. Especially for those not wanting any euphoria or high producing effects, it is important to check on the levels of THC in any medical cannabis oil, edibles, or plant for consumption. Looking for more info on hemp oils and its benefits?  Check out these short videos below!

Candidate, May the Feedback Be With You

Candidate, May the Feedback Be With You Interviewing  for a new job is a stressful process; one that requires multitasking, concentration  and commitment. It is also  like a long and drawn-out battle; competitive and full of causalities. Candidates have to storm past other troopers and directly face off to hiring managers who  put them through their paces, testing their suitability and stamina  over  a number of battle rounds. The weak ones drop off quickly; the strong ones  hang on for as long as they can until one of them finally bags the role of their dreams. It  really boggles my mind when applicants are invited to interview, give it their best shot and then  just never hear back, so have to assume they were unsuccessful.  Given how much time and effort goes into preparation and attendance, candidates shouldnt  have to accept that no news is bad news. Recruiters are very strapped for time, working  long hours to complete a workload which can never, ever be completely done there is always more to  do! Its probably a bit unrealistic to expect recruiters to relay in-depth client feedback to every single applicant whos CV they have sent to a job,  but surely every candidate who is met and mentored  to interview  deserves to know how theyve performed, regardless of whether theyve been invited back. Are you guilty of neglecting unsuccessful interviewees? Heres why you really need to start opening up on the  feedback front: Youll shoot yourself  in the foot if you dont As a recruiter, your candidate network is everything. Its  the product you sell to your clients. If  your candidates have a bad experience with you and feel you have left  them in the dark, they wont want to work with you again. Just because they werent right for  this  role, doesnt mean they arent perfect for your next one, so its best to avoid  burning  bridges in your own backyard. If candidates feel frustrated and are left to wonder where they went wrong, why would they recommend you to their peers?  They wouldnt.  Their colleague could be your next placement, but you wont know because  youll never be referred to them. The flow on effect of this is huge if you dont represent a diverse pool of the best candidates in the market, why would clients choose  your  business? Id rather get negative feedback than nothing allRecruiter say something anything mandi china (@MandisaMpofu) March 9, 2016 Your clients will  take you more seriously Speaking of clients, providing feedback to candidates following an interview forces you to ask more questions of hiring managers  and HR partners.  Your clients will learn that you are thorough and consultative, not just a robot firing CVs into black holes.  Talking to clients about feedback will also give you an opportunity to ask how the whole recruitment process is coming along t00; whether there are many others in the running from other agencies, where they are struggling and whether there have been any vital changes made to the original brief you were given. It goes without saying that you would let candidates  know when they have been successful. Joy! Instead of just taking the good news and delivering it, asking  your clients why they have been successful is important too. Your new star candidate might have areas that need improving before the next round of interviews. #Hiring Managers..be specific with your #Recruiters about feedback after an #interview. Theyre great! doesnt say much. Be specific. East Side Staffing (@EastSideStaff) November 11, 2015 Youre more likely to place with a  client Learning the ins and outs of how your candidate interviewed, where they went wrong and where they were impressive is extremely valuable information for you. The next time you have someone interview with that client, or for that specific role, you will have a wealth of advice to offer them. Finding out that your  unsuccessful candidates ultimate undoing was  failing to answer X properly  will  allow you to give your next candidate the heads up before they go in. Youll also learn what types of personalities and personal attributes a particular client prefers from their interviewees. Youll learn about different interview styles and techniques, too. As a recruiter, you want to equip yourself with as many tools as possible to help your candidates get roles with your clients,  and knowledge is power here! Youll sleep better at night In recruitment, putting someone out of their misery is simply the right thing to do.  Its never fun to be the bearer of bad news, but you should find some comfort in the fact that it wasnt you who rejected the candidate, youre just the messenger (so dont shoot).  As long as you deliver the feedback in a very constructive way, you are benefiting that person by offering them ways to improve and points they can work on moving forward. Frustrated with recruiters lack of moral fibre. If you send someone to an interview you provide feedback, basics. Simon Drury (@Simondrury1) October 7, 2015 Frustrated candidates who are being kept in the dark also tend to chase you constantly by emailing and phoning you at your desk, and can end up turning into a game of hide and seek where you dont want to take their call. Biting the bullet and letting them know they were unsuccessful will save you time in the long run.  To  you they may really just represent a deal that dropped off and killed your chance at making the high achievers trip. However to them, you represented their dream role, their livelihood and their whole career. Candidates, may the feedback be with you. Image: Shutterstock

Cant Seem to Get the Promotion You Want Here Are 5 Possible Reasons Why

Cant Seem to Get the Promotion You Want Here Are 5 Possible Reasons Why You feel like you’ve done everything right, from putting in the extra hours to speaking up at meetings and even dropping not-so-subtle hints, so why is that promotion still just beyond your grasp? A recent survey by the jobsite CareerBuilder has revealed some of the most common things that prevent workers from getting promoted, and while some of them are fairly obvious, others might come as more of a surprise to you. One thing that stands out is that employers do make appearance-based decisions, and unfortunately, even little things that have no bearing on your ability to do the job, like bad breath or the wrong hairstyle, could be hindering your chances of moving up the ladder. Here are five possible reasons you’re being overlooked for a promotion. 1. You have poor work ethic Although it’s hardly surprising, the survey found that employees who demonstrate a poor work ethic by regularly turning up late or leaving early, taking too many sick days or checking personal social media accounts, gossiping and having personal conversations with co-workers, are unlikely to be considered for a promotion. If you want to be taken seriously at work, the first thing you’ll need to do is start putting in the hours and showing your boss that you care about the company. Rather than just coming in on time, try to be early to work and resist the urge to rush out the door the minute the clock strikes 17:00. 2. You’re often negative or pessimistic More than 60% of the employers surveyed said that a negative or pessimistic attitude can hurt an employee’s chances for promotion. Of course maintaining a positive attitude when you’re faced with stressful situations at work is easier said than done, but if you make an effort to stay optimistic and cheerful even when things aren’t going as planned, you’ll stand out in a good way. If you can demonstrate to your employers that you’re capable of staying calm under pressure and handling difficult situations with grace, they’ll definitely think of you when it’s promotion time. 3. You need to clean up your language We all have different ideas about what can be considered socially acceptable language, but 51% of the employers surveyed indicated that using vulgar language could prevent an employee from being promoted. Previous research has also shown that cursing can bring an employee’s professionalism into question. The type of language you can get away with using at work will depend on the environment you work in, of course, as what would be frowned on in one industry is often commonplace in another. However, if you’re looking to be promoted, your safest bet is to avoid any language that might be considered inappropriate, especially if customers are present. 4. Your appearance differs from the norm You’re probably already aware that you won’t make the best impression in wrinkled or shabby clothing, but even if your clothes are smart and pressed, having a non-traditional sense of style could taint an employer’s impression of you. More than 40% of employers said they would be less likely to promote someone who dressed provocatively, 32% said the same about piercings and over 20% said visible tattoos and ostentatious haircuts or facial hair would make them think twice about promoting someone. Of course, the dress code will vary depending on your place of work, but it’s important to be aware of the impact your appearance can have on your career. If possible, cover up tattoos and piercings, and think about whether that outlandish hairstyle or hipster beard is costing you more than just your monthly visit to the salon. 5. You’re overlooking the details Believe it or not, 23% of employers said bad breath was a reason to overlook someone for a promotion. Wearing heavy perfume or cologne was listed as a problem by 21%, and coming to work with too much makeup on would make 15% of employers less likely to promote you. If all of this information leaves you wondering just how you should behave, dress, do your makeup and style your hair; start by observing your supervisors and managers to see how they look and act at work, and then follow their lead. Remember that well worn piece of advice about dressing for the job you want? The reason it’s so true is because it’s easier for others to visualise you in a higher position if you already look the part, and the same goes for the way you behave at work. If you’re already taking on more responsibility and demonstrating your professionalism by avoiding workplace gossip and keeping your personal life separate from work, your boss will have more confidence that once you’re promoted, you’ll continue to do a stellar job. About the author: Marianne Stenger is a writer with  Open Colleges, one of Australia’s leading online education providers. She covers everything from life hacks and career development to learning tips and the latest research in education. You can connect with her on  Google+  and  Twitter, or find her latest articles  at here.

How to Be Productive When All You Really Want to Do Is Nap CareerMetis.com

How to Be Productive When All You Really Want to Do Is Nap Source â€" DepositPhotos.comStaying awake in the workplace might be harder than you think. According to one survey, 76% of workers are tired at work. Fifty-three percent feel less productive. And 44% have trouble focusing. None of these statistics bode well for business.In some industries, drifting off to sleep on the job is worse than accidentally typing a few random keys when your head hits your laptop. Some workers jeopardize theirs and others’ safety when they are too tired to focus or react.So, how can you be productive in the workplace when all you really want to do is take a nap? How to be productive when you’re exhaustedevalThe majority of us are tired at work from time to time Why do you want to take a nap? Finding out why you’re so tired can help you pinpoint what you need to do to increase your productivity.Some common reasons for fatigue include:Lack of sleepNot enough foodHigh stress levelsInconsistent sleeping scheduleAnxietyDehydrationIf you’re able to get to t he root of your exhaustion, you might be able to fix it without napping Plus, some studies showthat napping for too long can actually make you more groggy and ruin your sleeping schedule.2) Make a to-do listMaking a to-do list can help improve memory function. Not to mention, writing a to-do list helps you track the things you still need to do.When all you want to do is nap, you may be more apt to forget some of your responsibilities. Making a to-do list can help you if you’re easily distractable and unfocused.Writing down the tasks you need to get done during the workday or week can also help you prioritize.evalWhen you list out your responsibilities, you can have a gameplan even when you’re having trouble focusing.3) Power through mindless tasksSome responsibilities require you to use substantial brain power. Others are tedious and monotonous activities that might not need your full attention.According to one study, 90% of workershave boring, repetitive tasks on their plate. A nd the best time to crank these out is when you’re unfocused.Consider getting mindless tasks out of the way when you can’t focus. That way, you can still be productive while also eliminating some of your tedious responsibilities 5) Have some sustenanceIt’s no secret that, for many people, caffeine is the key to waking up.Drinks like coffee, tea, and caffeinated pop might be your go-to when you’re tired. But, they’re not the only sustenance you can turn to when your energy is low.evalIf you’re ready to take a nap, also consider increasing your water intake. Water is especially important when you’re chugging cup after cup of caffeinated goodness.Some foods can also help you stay awake. Snacks like bananas, yogurt, nuts, and hummus might give you the energy you need to power through the day nap-free. 6) Shake off some stressStress can be extremely damaging to your energy levels. If you’re stressed our anxious about work or non-work problems, you may find yourself wantin g to crawl under your desk and take a nap.37% of adultsblame their fatigue on stress. Is stress the cause of your exhaustion?You may need to evaluate your stress levels. Are you tired after a stressful meeting? Did you want to shut your eyes only after adding another project to your plate?evalIf your exhaustion stems from anxiety, deal with the stress head-on. Some tips for handling stressat work include identifying your stressors, creating a plan, and putting an end to multitasking. 7) Crank up your musicIf all you want to do is take a nap, it might be time to crank up your music. Music in the workplace can help boost productivity, especially when sleep is calling your name.In one study, 65% of businesses thought musicmade them more productive.Of course, different music genres have varying effects on productivity. And, music may even limit productivity for some workers. But one thing’s for certainâ€"cranking up your music will help you stay awake.Try out different genres to see w hich can help you stay awake andgive productivity a boost.8) Take a break and stretchProlonged slouching or physical inactivity is a surefire way for your energy levels to deplete.Sometimes, improving productivity is as simple as taking a five-minute walk, doing desk exercises, or stretching.If you’re worried about the few minutes you’ll lose out on while taking a break, think of it this way: You’ll get far more done when you come back refreshed and ready to work.9) Prevent exhaustion in the first placeIf you’re already at the point where you want to nap at work, this tip won’t immediately help you. But, it will be useful for tackling the next workday.Preventing exhaustion before it consumes you at work is the best course of action for consistent productivity.There are three popular ways to discourage fatigue before it damages your workplace:Get enough sleepImprove your dietStart exercising moreGetting enough sleep is clearly an important part of preventing workplace exhau stion. But according to one study, one in three adultsconsistently don’t get enough sleep. Kick this bad habit to the curb by prioritizing sleep and getting at least 7 hourseach night.The food and drinks we consume also impact our energy levels at work. Depending on too much caffeine or intaking foods with low nutritional value can cause energy levels to rise and fall throughout the day.Another way to prevent workplace exhaustion and boost productivity is to get physical activity throughout the week. Taking a 30-minute walk or doing an hour power yoga session can do wonders for your energy levels. 10)Cut your losses and try again tomorrowIt might not be the most popular solution, but sometimes you need to just walk away. This is especially true if you’re exhausted because of working long hours.At some point, you need to recognize that you or your employees are wasting valuable work time and call it a day. You might let employees use paid time off (PTO). Or, if an employee put i n overtime throughout the week, encourage them to take some time to rest. Pushing yourself when the above tips don’t work is overkill. Be honest with yourself, your employees, and your business if you need to take a day off.

5 Life Lessons I Learned From 2 Years of Blogging - Cubicle Chic

5 Life Lessons I Learned From 2 Years of Blogging - Cubicle Chic 5 Life Lessons I Learned From 2 Years of Blogging Development, Life as a blogger, Lifestyle September 20, 2017 10 Comments  Watch: Marc BaleTo say that running Cubicle Chic is a passion of mine would be an understatement. I have many passions in life: my cats, listening to podcasts, reading, snowboarding, yoga, collecting anything related to the Volkswagen flowerpower bus, learning to surf… the list goes on. But those things I do to experience the thrill, or to escape from reality, or simply to have fun.Blogging, as it turns out, is something entirely different.Watch: Marc BaleFor the record, it did start as a hobby. I knew I enjoyed writing and “dressing right” for work. So, naturally, I decided to marry the two and throw in a few photoshoots, a bit of web design, and a lot for social media figuring-out-how â€" Cubicle Chic was born. On the other hand, this endeavor was also an experiment. I was unknowingly trying to figure out the feasibility of a side hustle. It’s an on-going experiment even to this day! And regardless of how it started, one post turned into 10, one sponsorship led to another, and I just kept at it. Two years and almost 100 posts later, I am still here, painstakingly writing away.Creating and writing for Cubicle Chic has taught me many, many things. It even helped me land a full-time job. It’s shaped my identity and allowed me to look at myself in new and unexpected lenses. It gave me possibilities that I didn’t know existed before. It changed me for the better in so many ways. But it also forced me to be creative when I was stuck, be relentless in my pitching efforts, learn from my mistakes and failures, and ignore the voice of people out there that are trying to bring my down.  In this post, I want to share with you the many lessons that creating and maintaining a blog has taught me.1. A passion is nothing without persistence and cultivation.A passion, at its core, is something that gives you fun and bliss! And if that’s all you expect from your passion, then that is all it needs to be. But if you want to your passion to be more than just “something fun you do”, you have to commit to it. Learn new skills because of it. Sacrifice your free time for it. Take harsh criticism for it so you improve. Keep at it even when it stops feeling “fun”. To make a hobby more than a hobby, you gotta show progress towards it and become better at it over time.2. Success requires some level of luck. But luck can be created.Success is a topic I’ve discussed earlier this year, especially around how to define it. They say opportunities come to those who are prepared. It’s true. But to be noticed in hundreds of job applicants, to meet your future business partner at an event, or to be tapped by a brand to work together… all these things require an element of luck.How lucky you get though, depends on how hard you are willing to work for it. While you can’t control the outcome of a job application, you can control how many jobs you apply for. You can’t wish a great business partner into existence, but you can show up at all the right networking events you can find. You can’t force a brand to work with you, but you can create amazing content consistently to attract ones worthy of your and your readers’ time.3. “They can do that because they have money” is a thought that kills.If you read my other post about the 9 ways fashion blogging ruined my finances, you’d know that there are a lot of things an aspiring blogger can spend money on that FEELs like progress. Naturally, people that have more disposable income (or more willing to stack up credit card debt) would seem to have a short-cut to blogging success. Similarly, in life, people that have more wealth, resources, connections, may seem to have an easier time getting ahead â€" education, place of work, material possessions, knowledge even.But never underestimate the efforts behind the success people may have. They may have been waking up at ungodly hours every day for years, o r they may have taken great risks in their business endeavor, maybe they have worked tirelessly on perfecting their writing… whatever it is, don’t associate success with what people are endowed with. Because that kind of thinking sends a demotivating message. If you accept people’s success as the result of their natural endowment, you won’t be motivated to work hard to get to that level of success.Think of people as an accumulation of their hard work, and not whatever status, level of wealth, even race they may have.4. Learn how to channel jealousy envy.The digital world is a mini reflection of the real world and designed for flaunting. Keeping up with the Joneses is at a whole new level now. What’s even harder is when you have goals you REALLY want to reach and you see people crossing your finish line left and right (that promotion you want, a car you want to buy, that elusive 10K followerbase on Instagram, or a dream sponsor to work with…you name it. Sometimes that en vy and jealous can pull the rug out from under you and crush your soul.One of the best advice I’ve gotten lately from “the blogger for bloggers” Brittany Grace at Not Another Blonde is when in doubt, stay in your lane and put on blinders and ignore everyone else â€" just do what you do best and keep doing it. This is the only way that will lead to your own success one day, and not minding how others are doing. I’ve applied this thinking whenever I feel like I am falling behind or that my peers are doing better than I do. I come back to the reason why I started blogging â€" I love to write and I am building a business for myself. I ignore how everyone else is doing and just keep writing!5. Leave no room for haters and people who build their following based on negativity.The more I made myself and my blog available, the more I open myself up for speculation. Anyone who’s seen my profile can say anything they ever want about me, about what I stand for, and about who I am. I e xperienced first-hand some vicious cyberbullying lately that really opened my mind up to how terrible human beings can be toward others when given the anonymity of the digital world. It took some self-directed pep talk but I brushed it off my shoulders.   And I realize if I don’t change my mentality about haters, it will happen again and it will ruin my day again. I am determined not to let haters have a single second of satisfaction from hurting me. They will not. To all the haters and cyberbullies, go have your fun somewhere else.Disclaimer: I received this Marc Bale watch for free to review from an Australian company ThePeachBox. I took no compensation in the collaboration.Photography by Natalie Alvarado @ Stylenfuse.

The Benefits of Improving Your Resume Writing Proficiency

The Benefits of Improving Your Resume Writing ProficiencySince so many students today have the notion that they need to be able to write a resume in order to get a job, many people these days are failing to properly master the skills needed for a well-crafted resume. For one thing, a good resume can help you land that job. You don't need to be some kind of professional writer if you don't want to be, but it helps to have some basic skills on the craft.Before you begin your journey towards getting a better job with a resume skilsl, you should first find out what your strengths and weaknesses are. Are you an excellent writer or do you tend to talk too much? If you do tend to talk too much, you might want to try applying some good writing techniques such as effective article writing, clarifying your purpose in a job application and different strategies for developing your skills.When you're first starting out with a professional resume, you'll want to make sure you stay with a simple la yout. Don't over-complicate things and don't try to use a variety of fonts and colors, unless you're a designer yourself. You'll need to be able to keep your resume simple and easily readable.Learn how to rewrite your resume. Now that you know what your strengths and weaknesses are, you'll want to go back and take a look at your resume and determine what has changed or what needs to be changed. You can always edit your resume after it's been written. It's easy to see if something needs to be removed, changed or added.Aside from the information you provide on your resume, your resume needs to include certain details about your professional background. If you're currently employed, you may wish to include it here. If you're still in school, this will give the employer an idea of what type of student you are and if you're going to be a good fit for the position.You can also point out additional skills that you have that make you a better fit for the job. You can also offer to show how your accomplishments with projects you've completed over the years prove your worth. For example, if you're an accountant, you may want to highlight a particular project you worked on, or you may want to list all of the numbers on your tax return. Showing employers how you perform as a team player will make you more desirable and that's a key skill that you want to focus on.Though you may be having some trouble remembering all of the information in your resume, you should try to remember those basic skills you need for success. It doesn't matter if you're starting from scratch or if you just want to clean up your resume, try to keep the basic facts about you in mind. You can always go back and fill in the gaps and add a little bit more later.Remember that most employers don't want to see your resume until you have an interview scheduled. That means that you need to make sure you're giving them the information they need. Keep it short and sweet and focus on the core of your resume. B y working on these skills, you'll have a chance to land the job you're looking for.