Your resume is often the first impression you make on a potential employer, so it’s important to make sure it’s presenting you in the best possible light. While you may be tempted to include every detail of your work history and accomplishments, there are some things you should leave off. Here are four things you …
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We are hearing a lot about #ChatGPT and how it impacts almost every industry, from education to marketing. But how can you leverage #AI to help you in your job search? I attended a symposium by Career Thought Leaders Consortium titled Envision The Future of Work at the end of March 2023 and one of the hot topics was, “How will Artificial Intelligence …
Whether you’re retiring from the military or leaving at the end of your contract, the transition to the civilian workforce is overwhelming, beginning with your first step: conducting a successful job search. Here are the five biggest challenges that we routinely help clients address. Challenge #1: Finding Time Military life is very different from civilian life. Remember when you first …
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Applicant Tracking System software (ATS). Often I joke about an ATS is like a black hole. A black hole where you submit all your most personal information and career history and often, hear silence in return. Although ATS systems can be frustrating as a job seekers, they do serve a purpose. Recruiters/talent acquisition teams can’t feasibly …
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Before you waste an hour or more applying for a job, take 10-15 minutes to research the company first. I know it can be tempting to apply ASAP to “get it over with.” But there are 3 reasons you should take the time to research the company first. You may find that… The job doesn’t …
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Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. 10 Ways to Make Your Military Resume Stand Out in 10 Seconds (2025 Guide) 1. Craft a Compelling Professional Summary Begin with a concise summary that highlights your military background, leadership experience, and the value you bring …
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I love helping veterans successfully transition from military careers to the civilian workforce. Having worked with commissioned officers, NCOs and enlisted personnel, I am always humbled by their accomplishments, sacrifices, and humility. Then, they ask me the heart-breaking question: “Why aren’t I getting called for any interviews?” As a professional resume writer, I’ve been asked …
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Professionals seeking employment opportunities are some of the hardest-working people I know. Not only do they want to find a new job, but they are also eager to learn how they can make meaningful contributions to their employers. As a professional resume writer for the past 10+ years, hundreds of clients have asked me to …
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Prepare for Your Military to Civilian Transition More workers than ever are voluntarily leaving their jobs. Last year we called “The Great Resignation” and it’s a global trend that has been steadily increasing to September’s all-time high of 3% that was released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics on November 5. In other words, …
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