http://www.resumepower.com/blog Resume Expert Kim Isaacs: Tips on How to Write a Winning Resume Wed, 06 Jan 2010 17:03:02 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en If you're in an active job search, you know that it's a jungle out there. Your resume needs to be fierce to capture the reader's attention and land the best interviews. But is your resume a lion or a lamb? Here are guidelines to gauge your resume's "fierce-factor": Lion Resume: Includes ... http://www.resumepower.com/blog/2010/01/06/is-your-resume-a-lion-or-a-lamb/ How Old Do You Look? A Job Search Style Makeover for Men By Kim Isaacs, Monster Resume Expert We’ve all heard about the importance of first impressions, and this is especially true during a job search when competition is fierce. Your appearance, resume and even the way you search for a ... http://www.resumepower.com/blog/2009/07/09/guys-how-old-do-you-look-when-job-searching/ Hooray! You found your dream job in a recent position announcement. The skills and experience being sought by the employer seem to be a perfect match to your background, qualifications, and career aspirations. There's only one problem: a bachelor's degree is listed as one of the "must-have" requirements, and ... http://www.resumepower.com/blog/2009/05/12/resume-writing-tip-overcome-the-lack-of-a-degree-on-your-resume/ If you have a gap in your employment history, you may have concerns about how to explain this on your resume. Keep in mind that many people step away from the workplace each year to raise children, care for ill/aging family members, return to school, recover from an illness/accident, or ... http://www.resumepower.com/blog/2009/02/26/resume-strategies-to-fill-gaps-in-employment/ The U.S. housing crisis has led to a mass exodus of mortgage professionals from this industry. With foreclosures and defaults skyrocketing, lending guidelines tightening, and home values plummeting, opportunities for commissions are scarce and layoffs are increasing. It's tough to make a living originating mortgages when lenders and their loan ... http://www.resumepower.com/blog/2008/12/17/resume-tips-for-mortgage-industry-career-changers/ After my daughter was born, “Get in shape!” topped my list of New Year’s resolutions. Eight years and some 20+ extra pounds later, this pesky to-do item still taunts me. I blame it in part on my love of everything “ito,” as in Fritos, Doritos, etc. So if you're looking ... http://www.resumepower.com/blog/2008/12/09/new-years-resolution-get-your-resume-in-shape/ There are few things more daunting than searching for a job when you’re unemployed – except perhaps searching for a job when you’re unemployed and the economy is in recession. Oh, and let’s not forget that in addition to the nation’s current economic woes, it’s also the holiday season – ... http://www.resumepower.com/blog/2008/12/07/unemployed-tips-for-finding-a-job-during-a-recession/ In case you missed last Monday’s headlines, the announcement by the National Bureau of Economic Research made it official: we’re in a recession. I doubt many folks were shocked by this grim news, as it only reinforces what most Americans already knew – times are tough and belts are tightening. Layoffs ... http://www.resumepower.com/blog/2008/12/05/5-ways-to-recession-proof-your-resume/ Someone asked me how to write a winning resume, and the question took me by surprise. Usually people ask specific questions, like “How can I avoid looking like a job-hopper?” and “I’m concerned about age discrimination -- should I drop my degree date?” (Or the always popular, “Can you ... http://www.resumepower.com/blog/2008/08/23/how-to-write-a-winning-resume/ Heather Johnson returns to share advice on planning for a career change. When you're miserable in your current career and know that you're ready for a change, make sure you've done your research and diligent planning. Best wishes, Kim Isaacs Career Change Tips: The Planning Stage By Heather Johnson If you’re contemplating ... http://www.resumepower.com/blog/2008/08/16/career-change-tips-the-planning-stage/