7 Resume Mistakes to Avoid

Your resume is the first thing an employer will see. It should introduce who you are, what your skills are, and what talents you bring to the company. 

Your resume can open job opportunities for you – or close them. One mistake with your resume can mean the difference between a call for an interview or not. 

See 7 points to consider here.

Salary Considerations. . . ?

When you are deep in negotiations on a serious offer or simply assessing a job opportunity, salary is a key factor. 

Consider the experience and opportunity for advancement as a soft factor. Consider the non economic perks as part of the offered package or advertised opportunity.

For an overall perspective see five factors here.

Use Work Experience Stories in Your Interview

To make the most of your hard fought for interview, you need to be prepared. You won't know the questions until they are asked. So prepare by building a set of responses to typical questions; be able to tell a story about ...

Have those in your hip pocket as a backup to an off the wall question. If you are at a loss, pick the best fit story and give it. Follow with 'Does that apply to what you are looking for?'.

See five soft objective questions here.

Use Work Experience Stories in Your Iterview

To make the most of your hard fought for interview, you need to be prepared. You won't know the questions until they are asked. So prepare by building a set of responses to typical questions; be able to tell a story about ...

Have those in your hip pocket as a backup to an off the wall question. If you are at a loss, pick the best fit story and give it. Follow with 'Does that apply to what you are looking for?'.

See five soft objective questions here.

Men: Guide to Dressing for an Interview

Many men think they don’t have to put as much thought into their work wardrobe as women do. The basic principles of menswear don’t change as markedly across generations, and a traditional style is always preferable to trend-chasing. 

It’s important for men to know why those principles are what they are, especially when it comes time to dress for a job interview. This is when fit, cleanliness, and attention to detail matter most.

See five points on dressing here.