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Articles by Jennifer Anthony

Resume Tips for Heading Back to Work After Children - Every year, numerous parents decide to return to the workforce after taking time off to raise children. Whether the time was for six weeks or 18 years, most parents who are going back to work find it difficult to overcome the gap in employment.

Generic Cover Letters Don't Cut It - Due to the ease of applying to several positions at one time, many jobseekers are tempted to use a generic cover letter for each position they apply for. If you're one of them...STOP!

Resume Keywords Are Necessary - Hiring managers, recruiters, and business owners conduct numerous searches on career sites each day. The words they use to search for possible candidates are known as keywords. If your resume doesn't include these keywords, it can't be found very easily. So, what can you do to increase the chances of getting your resume found? Here are a few suggestions to help you find the right keywords to include in your resume.

Resume Writing Tips for Techies - Due to the ever-growing popularity of this field, technical jobs are getting more and more competitive. In order for your resume to be noticed above all of the others' who are competing for the same position, it must stand out. Here are some tips to help position your resume at the top of the potential employer's stack.

Is Your Resume Too Cluttered? - All too frequently, those in search of a new job pull out their most recent resume and simply add details of their latest position. This easy to fall into habit makes for a very long and boring read for hiring managers. If you don't edit or delete obsolete information, your resume can very easily become cluttered and long-winded.

Save Time. Apply Online. - In today's job market, you have many options when it comes to applying for a job; you can apply in person, via postal mail, fax, e-mail, or through an online job database site, just to name a few. So, which one do you choose when you have all of those options?

How to Create an ASCII (Plain Text) Resume for Applying Online - Sending a resume via email or online is easy; copy, paste and submit right? Wrong! You should have different formats available for each of these situations...

Yes, You Need A Cover Letter! - People ask me daily, "Do I really need a cover letter?" And every day I answer, "Yes, you do!" The cover letter is an essential document in your job search. If you want to end up on the "contact for an interview" list, read on to learn how a professionally written cover letter can benefit you.

Resume Magic to Hide Resume Flaws - If you're job hunting, the last thing you need is weakness in your resume. Any bit of negative information can keep you from landing your dream job. Issues such as lack of a college degree or little or no job experience don't have to hinder your efforts. All you need to do is work a little resume magic. What follows are some tips to help you create a winning resume.

Just Say NO to Generic Resumes - If you have more than one goal, knowing which direction to take your career can be quite the dilemma. Many job-seekers are looking in more than one area of expertise, and their resumes often reflect that. The problem with this is that it can be confusing for those searching to fill a position.

Resume Writing FAQs: When Should I Send Resume Follow Up Letters? - I'm often asked how long you should wait before following up on a resume submitted in response to a telecommuting position. You want them to know you are interested, but there is a fine line between pestering the hiring manager and showing your enthusiasm. Here are some tips to guide you.

What Are the Differences Between Telecommute Resumes and Standard Resumes? - Jobseekers often ask me what the difference is between a "standard" resume and a telecommute resume. So I have compiled this short article to explain those differences.

What Does Your Resume Cost? - Do you think it's too expensive to have a resume professionally written? Read this article and then decide.

What is a Resume? - A resume is a self-promotional document that presents you in the best possible light, for the purpose of being invited to a job interview...

How To Write a Resume - It's likely you landed here to learn how to write a better resume. Here is a guide to help you.

Common Resume Mistakes - Avoid these costly resume mistakes!

8 Resume Editing Tips - It's amazing what a well-written and nicely presented resume can do for your job search. Before you send yours out, follow this checklist to ensure you are sending out an excellent quality representation of yourself.

Targeted Resumes - How to Target Your Resume to the Job You Want - Writing a general, one-size fits all resume won't cut it in today's competitive job market. You have to make an effort to stand apart from everyone else.

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