Most job seekers know that their resume is the most important part of their application packet. Having a subpar resume can easily land you in the discard pile, so it’s important to get it right the first time. But, with the plethora of information available on how to write a resume, do you really need…
You spend hours polishing your resume. You write and re-write until it’s just right. But have you wondered what HR looks for on a resume – and whether yours fits the bill or misses the mark? If you have you’re certainly not alone, and we’re here to help. Below are some of the best resume…
Coming up with unique action verbs to start every resume bullet is no easy task. But it’s worth the time and effort to help add punch to your resume. The team at ResumeSpice has compiled the ultimate list of resume action verbs – over 200 words that you will help your resume stand out in a…
As one of the country’s leading resume writing companies, ResumeSpice knows how competitive the job market can be. Unfortunately, in their battle to land a job, some candidates are tempted to stretch the truth on their resumes. In fact, some studies estimate that over half of all resumes contain some fibs. We’re here to warn you that…
It seems like everyone (and their well-meaning cousin) has a piece of career advice when it comes to job hunting. As one of the leading resume writing agencies in Houston, ResumeSpice has seen firsthand how the advice of even the best-intentioned friends, family members, and trusted colleagues can actually foil your job search and prevent…
One of the most common questions our team at ResumeSpice hears from candidates is “should I include an objective statement on my resume?“ The short answer is no. Reason being, there’s little upside to doing so, but significant downside. An objective statement can work against a job seeker if their objective doesn’t match up perfectly with…
As one of the country’s leading resume writing services, ResumeSpice knows you only have a few seconds to make a positive impression on a hiring manager. It’s not a lot of time to stand out and get noticed. The good news is that just a few small tweaks can lead to big improvements on your resume. Here’s a look at 5 you can make…
Does My Resume Need to be One Page? One of the most common questions our team at ResumeSpice hears from job seekers is some variation of “I heard that a resume needs to be one page. Is that true?” The short answer is no. Somewhere along the line, a hiring manager must have expressed a strong preference for…
Four of the Worst Interview Answers – And What to Say Instead Have you ever browsed the web and come across an ad targeted to you, but the message doesn’t fully resonate because you’re distracted by the stock photos? The overused photos take away from the credibility of the product being advertised because they’re not…
Your resume is your advertisement. Imagine your resume on top of a recruiter’s desk along with fifty other candidates’ resumes. Your resume is doing two jobs at once. It’s advertising your skillsets and qualifications while also trying to deliver a message about why you’re the best person for the role. Just like body language communicates…
