The Elevator
A blog to elevate your resume, job search & career to the top floor!
How to negotiate your salary
by 
Susan Shor
Negotiating a salary may be on your to-do list. Here are our recommendations to make your request a little less painful.
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Proofreading your Resume: 12 Tips
The most popular quote of the 50 best rated leadership books
We purchased the 50 best rated leadership books and, using the ‘most highlighted’ feature in Amazon’s Kindle, found the most popular quotes from each one.
Published in Resume Help
by 
Paul Drury
The importance of a visual elements in your resume is as important as its content. Effective job searches start with visually striking, technically functional and a content-optimized Resume
Published in Job Interview
by Susan Shor
It is important to decline a job properly and thoughtfully. Let's explore some polite and graceful ways to to turn down a job you have applied for.
Published in Resume Help
by Susan Shor
Volunteer work can be a wonderful way to feature a variety of valuable skills, Here's a list of how to add volunteer work to your resume.
Published in Career
by 
Karl Kahler
Working from home has become a global necessity. So what are the top 10 remote jobs that let you work from home? Here are our picks.
Which country gets the most time off?
Vacation and time off are one of the most important benefits of any job. Whether it's public holidays, sick leave, parental leave, or vacation, you may be curious how your country compares to others around the globe. Check out this interactive study on leave benefits across the work— the results
Published in Resume Help
by 
Rolf Bax
By listing your personal interests on your resume, you can add a personal touch about what makes you you. In this article, we’ll discuss why it’s sometimes advisable to list interests on your resume.
The world's best companies to work for (2011-2019)
Employee satisfaction affects how well a company can attract and retain top talent. Using Great Place to Work's annual list of the "World's Best Multinational Workplaces" this graphic charts how companies rated from 2011 to 2019
Is it time for a career change? What to do if it is
If you’re tired, bored or unfulfilled at work, it might be time for a career change. This post will help you decide if time’s up on your current job and how to make a positive career change.
How to deal with a bully in the office
In this guide we'll show you how to handle a bully in the office, according to science and advice from industry experts.
Published in Resume Help
by Susan Shor
Many people struggle when faced with the task, do I add all my experience to my resume? While there are no hard-and-fast rules concerning your previous employment, the following tips should help you give you a better idea of whether or not it's necessary to list all of your past jobs on your resume.
