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Category: Resume

Get the job you deserve with our tips on how to craft a standout resume. Especially helpful for women looking to advance their careers. A strong resume is key to landing your ideal job!

  • How to List Education on Your Resume

    Whether you're a recent graduate, changing careers, or returning to the workforce after a pause, how you list your education on your resume can make a big impact. Your education section provides hiring managers with insight into your qualifications, your background, and oftentimes, your potential. In this article, I'll break down everything you need to…

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  • The Best First Step to Writing Your Resume

    You’ve got a blank document, a blinking cursor, and a mild sense of panic. You know you need a resume, but where the heck do you start? If you’re like most people, you might begin by listing your past jobs, copying a free template, or Googling “best resume format.” But here's the thing: none of…

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  • 10 Tips to Make Your Resume Stand Out

    Want to make your resume stand out? You've got about seven seconds to make an impression before it ends up in the digital recycling bin. Whether you're breaking into a new industry or climbing the next rung on the career ladder, your resume needs to do more than list your past jobs—it needs to sell…

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  • 4 Secrets to a Successful Career Comeback

    They say a career comeback is like riding a bike—you never really forget how to do it. But let’s be real: sometimes that bike is rusty, the tires are flat, and you’re desperately Googling “how to ride a bike” just to make sure you don’t fall flat on your face (and you won't). Maybe you…

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  • CV Examples for Nurses – Plus Tips

    Writing a strong nursing CV can be a challenging task, especially when it comes to showcasing your unique skills, experience, and dedication to patient care. One of the most effective ways to navigate this process is by reviewing CV examples for nurses. In this post, I'll help you gain insight into how to structure your…

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  • How to Make Your CV Stand Out – 30 Tips

    In today’s competitive job market, standing out is everything. Hiring managers sift through countless CVs, often giving each one just a few seconds of attention before deciding if it’s worth a closer look. So, how do you make your CV stand out and ensure it doesn’t get lost in the shuffle? Making your CV stand…

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  • CV One Page Template – Tips and Examples

    If you’re applying for jobs and you’ve been staring at a blank document thinking, how am I supposed to fit my whole career on a single page?, you’re not alone! We've all been there. Fitting your entire career into a CV one page template is a challenge for job seekers everywhere, but it’s also a…

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  • Stay-at-Home Dad Resume – Example and Tips

    So, you’ve mastered the art of quick-change diapering, become a Jedi of stroller navigation—while ensuring you’ve cut the crusts off just so. But now, it's time to tackle something a little trickier: the stay-at-home dad resume. The great news? If you’ve been managing a household, organizing playdates, and running a toddler-led debate club over bedtimes,…

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