Stay in Touch with Your Connections Using the LinkedIn App
Once you’ve added connections to your network, make sure to keep in touch with them. Otherwise, those connections would cease to add value to your business. Here are some ways in which you could stay connected with your professional friends: Comment on their posts and like their photos/videos Share useful content that lands into their […]
Divide your Cover Letter into Three Sections
While drafting your cover letter, make sure that you split it into three different sections. The opening paragraph should contain information about the specific position you’re applying for as well as your skills and expertise that make you a good fit for the given position. The second paragraph should cover your competencies, accomplishments and positive […]
Send your Resume as a PDF File to Avoid Formatting Errors
While sending your resume to your potential employer, convert your Word document to a PDF file and then attach it to your mail to ensure that the formatting is retained. If you send it as a Word document, there are chances that the formatting might get disturbed and that the hiring manager/prospective employer might be […]
Add Relevant Subheadings to your Resume
After you’ve chosen an appropriate resume format and layout for your resume, check your section headings to make sure that they are simple and that they can easily be parsed by the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Some examples of good section subheadings are: Resume Summary Core Skills Experience Education Avoid using vague terms such as […]
Establish your Online Presence
While updating your resume, run a quick check on your social media profiles to ensure that they are clean and that they are aligned to your resume. Filter irrelevant content and update your Facebook privacy settings to make sure that your future posts can only be viewed by friends and relatives. Constantly update your LinkedIn […]
How Do you Explain Gaps in your Employment History?
Truth is bitter, but let’s face it. What if you have considerable gaps in your job history? How do you account for those gaps? Should you lie? Should you hide those gaps? The answer is “No.” Integrity is always respected in all situations. You could write a brief explanation for the gaps near each […]
Begin your Resume with a Killer Introduction
Once you’ve filled in your contact details, move on to the next section which is also the most important section of your resume–summary. The resume summary is a short and catchy introduction to your resume. It should showcase your accomplishments, skills and expertise. If you’re a student, a fresher, a professional seeking a particular […]
Create your Personal Brand on LinkedIn
Before you sit down to fill the headline and summary sections of your LinkedIn profile, be sure to make a list of keywords that showcase your persona. 1.Highlight unique aspects of your personality by creating a personal brand. 2. Include two or three keywords that describe your personality. 3. Remember, the goal is to […]
What’s so special about LinkedIn?
At present, nearly 433 million users are on LinkedIn and 87% of hiring managers are using the platform to search for suitable candidates. Hence, it has become more important than ever to create a LinkedIn profile. Let’s look at some benefits of creating a LinkedIn profile: Keep in touch with your contacts: LinkedIn is […]
Executive Biographies—Why are They So Important?
Executive biographies can be found on websites, in marketing brochures, sales presentations, public profiles and even promotional press releases. Occasionally, they might be used for job searches. Professional and philanthropic organizations often request executives to send their bios before offering them membership or leadership positions. Executive bios are an important marketing tool that […]
