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  • Three Reasons to Use a Functional Resume for Your Job Application

    Are you a job seeker looking to stand out from the crowd? Using a functional resume for your job application might just be the secret weapon you need! In this blog post, we'll explore the top three reasons why a functional resume can give you the competitive edge in your job search. Whether you're changing…

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  • How a Functional Resume Can Minimize an Employment Gap

    If you have been putting off writing your resume because of your employment gap, hopefully this article gets you unstuck! It can definitely be a challenge for job seekers to figure out how to write their resume while trying to minimize an employment gap. But don't let it paralyze you from taking action. If you…

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  • Best Functional Resume Example for a Career Change

    Are you considering a career change? Crafting a functional resume can be a powerful tool to make a compelling case for your skills and abilities, especially when transitioning into a new field. In this blog post, we will explore the best functional resume example for a career change that will help you stand out in…

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  • Student Resume Examples that Land Interviews

    In this article I'm going to show you two student resume examples that land interviews. But before I share my two student resume examples, I'm going to talk about the most common resume question I've been asked by students as a career coach: If I don't have any work experience, how am I supposed to…

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  • What is the professional term for Stay-at-Home mom on your resume?

    When creating a stay-at-home mom resume, it's essential to represent your skills and experiences accurately and professionally. If you've been a stay-at-home mom and want to re-enter the workforce, you can frame your role in a way that highlights the relevant skills and responsibilities you've gained during that time. You might be wondering: Should I…

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  • The Best Titles for Stay at Home Mom on Your Resume

    What are the best titles for stay at home mom on your resume? When creating a resume, it's essential to represent your skills and experiences accurately and professionally. If you've been a stay-at-home mom and want to re-enter the workforce, you can frame your role in a way that highlights the relevant skills and responsibilities…

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  • How to Write a Functional Resume

    When it comes to writing a killer resume, there are several different formats to choose from, each with their own unique advantages. According to a recent poll, roughly 96% of workers want to change careers in 2023! As a professional resume writer helping lots of career changers, my go-to format is the functional resume. The…

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  • Your Stay at Home Mom Cover Letter – Land Your Dream Job!

    As a stay at home mom who has re-entered the workforce (several times), I know how challenging it can be to write a resume and cover letter. You likely have questions like: Should you write about your stay at home mom skills and experience? If you have an employment gap, do you address it? How…

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