how can I write a resume when my jobs don’t have measurable results? by Alison Green on November 6, 2017 A reader writes: You often advise that when writing a resume, you should list the things you achieved at each previous job, rather than just listing duties. I can see why this would be more interesting to a hiring manager, but what if your job isn’t really about achieving things? I’m a property/facilities manager, so […] Read the full article →
here’s the right way to format your resume by Alison Green on October 16, 2017 The hardest part of writing an effective resume is figuring out the content – how to talk about your achievements in ways that tie to what an employer is looking for. But people also do an awful lot of agonizing about the smaller details of a resume – things like format, length and even font […] Read the full article →
can I put World of Warcraft leadership experience on my resume? by Alison Green on September 6, 2017 A reader writes: I’m looking for ways to include my group leadership experience in World of Warcraft on my resume. Essentially, for the past four years I have been: – Leading a twice weekly group of 10-15 people all with a single goal in mind (kill a boss). – Watching videos and reading information on […] Read the full article →
on your resume, which comes first — job title or company name? by Alison Green on June 19, 2017 A reader writes: On your resume, should you list your title first, or the company name? I’ve always put company name first, but I’ve seen a ton of templates (including examples in your archives) that show one’s title coming first. What do you prefer to see first? How do you apply the “title first” concept […] Read the full article →
if you’re not getting interviews, here’s how to fix your resume and cover letter by Alison Green on May 1, 2017 If you’re not getting interviews, you probably need to fix your resume and cover letter. I talk to a lot of people who aren’t getting interviews and who can’t figure out what the problem is. They tell me that they know their resume and cover letter are fine. They often mention that they’ve had people […] Read the full article →
how should your resume list a bunch of different jobs at the same place? by Alison Green on October 7, 2016 A reader writes: I have just over three years of work experience with the same organization. Within this time, I’ve been promoted internally (very similar position, with “senior” in the title) and then transferred to an international office (very different job responsibilities, but with the same title I had following my promotion). I am applying […] Read the full article →
a professional resume writer told me my resume is “awful” — is it? by Alison Green on October 4, 2016 A reader writes: I have been following your blog for more than a year now and I must say that it has been an invaluable source of advice and inspiration. Following your advice, I got interviews with every company I have applied to and received an offer. I am currently preparing to apply for a […] Read the full article →
5 things that will send your resume straight to the rejection pile by Alison Green on August 1, 2016 Your resume is the very first impression that an employer will have of you, and it’s usually the determining factor in whether you move forward to an interview or get rejected on the spot. That means that it’s crucial to put real energy into getting it right – and yet many job seekers put more […] Read the full article →
should you list coursework on your resume? by Alison Green on April 7, 2016 What can you list that demonstrates talents related to the job (rather than knowledge related to the job)? Read the full article →
can I just send employers my LinkedIn page rather than a resume? by Alison Green on April 4, 2016 Employers prefer to receive resumes rather than just a LinkedIn page. Read the full article →