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As a professional career writer, Anna is passionate about helping job seekers navigate hiring challenges to land their next great position. In addition to writing blogs, Anna also creates Resume.io’s video guides answering common job search questions. She is the host of Resume.io’s podcast, The Roadmap, where she interviews HR professionals and career coaches on their biggest tips for today’s applicants.
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Published in Resume Help

by Anna MuckermanAnna Muckerman

Resume icons: when and how to use them
A few years ago, resume icons became all the rage. Why simply write out your phone number when you could also illustrate it with a cute little telephone symbol?
Resume icons: when and how to use them
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6 min read

Published in Cover Letter

by Anna MuckermanAnna Muckerman

How to write a cover letter with no experience
When you don’t have much experience in the field you’re applying to, writing a cover letter can feel like a daunting task. While you might be tempted to submit your application without one, that would be a big mistake.
How to write a cover letter with no experience
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24 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Anna MuckermanAnna Muckerman

Certifications on a resume (best tips + examples)
There are certain jobs where your certification is arguably the most important piece of information on your resume (think CPA or RN.) Then there are positions where a certification will set you far above the competition like PMP or A+, for example.
Certifications on a resume (best tips + examples)
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13 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Anna MuckermanAnna Muckerman

How to upload your resume in LinkedIn (3 methods)
LinkedIn is one of the world’s most popular tools for finding and applying to jobs. By building an impressive LinkedIn profile and adding your resume to the platform, you can attract the attention of recruiters or even increase your professional connections in a few simple steps.
How to upload your resume in LinkedIn (3 methods)
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31 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Anna MuckermanAnna Muckerman

Strengths in resumes
The best resumes are full of your strengths – not simply abilities you possess, but traits and knowledge that set you apart. Adding personal strengths in your resume allows you to highlight your expertise and mastery of the field. With the right resume strengths, hiring managers will quickly see you as a fierce contender for that perfect position.
Strengths in resumes
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20 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Anna MuckermanAnna Muckerman

80 Soft skills for resumes
Soft skills are some of the most important qualities that can set you apart when it comes time to land your next position. Including these intangible abilities on your resume helps show that you understand the company culture and could make a great fit from day one.
80 Soft skills for resumes
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26 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Anna MuckermanAnna Muckerman

Skype Interview
Skype was one of the first video calling platforms to be widely used in professional communication so it’s no wonder that it may be the method of choice for your next interview. A Skype interview may share many similarities with calls on other platforms but there are a few tips that can make your experience much smoother.
Skype Interview
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7 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Anna MuckermanAnna Muckerman

Zoom Interview
With more Americans working from home than ever, Zoom interviews are the new normal in hiring. While there are many similarities with traditional interview styles, there are a few rules of Zoom interview etiquette that can ensure a more successful experience.
Zoom interview
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13 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Anna MuckermanAnna Muckerman

Video interview
With more than 40 percent of all Americans working from home, it’s hardly surprising that video interviews have become the new normal in hiring. While a video interview provides certain advantages (no more getting lost on the way to the office!) it can also pose plenty of new challenges.
Video interview
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23 min read

Published in Cover Letter

by Anna MuckermanAnna Muckerman

Email cover letter
If you’re on the job hunt, chances are you’ve come across a job posting that asks you for an email cover letter. Even in the age of online application portals, many hiring managers still recruit candidates directly via their inboxes. An email cover letter example has many of the same characteristics of a traditional one, with a few key differences.
Email cover letter
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16 min read
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