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With a decade’s experience of writing about job search and recruitment topics, Paul understands the power of words to influence mindsets and alter destinies. His previous recruitment career taught him that the seeds of a successful job search are sown long before you come to writing your resume. Dad of two great teenage kids and husband to a long-suffering writing widow.
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Published in Resume Help

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Critical thinking skills: What are they and why do employers care about them?
Thinking through a difficult problem with a logical and unbiased approach lies at the heart of great decision making. Critical thinking skills are highly prized by all employers, so make sure to talk about them during your job search.
Critical thinking skills: What are they and why do employers care about them?
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15 min read

Published in Job Interview

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What to bring to an interview (and what to leave at home)
What to bring to an interview may seem secondary to preparing for the employer’s toughest questions, but what you decide to take with you and (what you leave at home) can make or break your experience.
What to bring to an interview (and what to leave at home)
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23 min read

Published in Career

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How to announce a new job on LinkedIn
New job announcements on LinkedIn are essential for someone who wants to express gratitude to past colleagues and share their excitement about new beginnings. Here are a few tips to shape your message.
How to announce a new job on LinkedIn how
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9 min read

Published in Career

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How to tell your boss you’re quitting
That’s it, you have made the decision to seek pastures new. You may be leaving for another opportunity, or you may want to find some clarity before making your next move. Whatever the case, here is how to break the news to your boss.
How to tell your boss you’re quitting
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10 min read

Published in Career

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Who can you use as a reference for a first job?
It is impossible to secure that crucial first job if the hiring manager has minimal evidence that you have what it takes. Persuasive references can make all the difference. This blog will quickly answer some of the most common questions regarding references.
Who can you use as a reference for a first job?
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13 min read

Published in Job Interview

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What to wear for a job interview?
With wardrobes and drawers full of clothes, how do you choose what to wear for an interview? Your answer may well be different for each interview that you attend, so make sure that you do your homework on your future employer. Let’s explore a few ideas.
What to wear for a job interview?
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20 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

Bad resume examples
Is your resume bad? Probably not. Could it be better? Well, maybe. Have a look at our bad resume examples and see if you recognize anything that you could improve.
Bad resume examples
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12 min read

Published in Resume Help

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How to add customer service skills to your resume
There are few skills that can have more of an impact on the success of a company than customer service skills. In this blog, we’ll show you how to talk about them on your resume.
How to add customer service skills to your resume
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12 min read

Published in Job Interview

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

Why are you interested in this position?
There are many motivations for wanting a new role, but which ones will serve you best in an interview? You can guarantee this question will come up and your answer should provide a solid foundation for the rest of the interview.
Why are you interested in this position?
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12 min read

Published in Resume Help

by Paul DruryPaul Drury

How far back should a resume go?
There is a temptation to put every bit of experience in your resume, but how far back should a resume go? A line should be drawn when relevance starts to wane. Use the precious resume real estate wisely.
How far back should a resume go?
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9 min read
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