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 […]
Three Useful Tips to Write a Powerful Cover Letter
Is the very thought of writing a cover letter making you toss and turn in bed? Are you feeling confused after reading several tips on “How to Write an Effective Cover Letter?” Don’t worry. We’ve got you covered. Here are three powerful tips to help you draft a rocking cover letter: Customize: The first […]
Whom do I Address the Cover Letter to if I Don’t Know the Name of the Hiring Manager?
Before you sit down to write the cover letter, try your best to find out the name of the recruiter/hiring manager. There are different ways to do this: Recheck the job posting: There are chances that you might have missed out crucial details. Look up the email address given in the job posting: […]
