by ResumeSpice | Nov 19, 2021 | Job Search Tips, New Grad Tips
Are you a professional interested in grad school or a career change? Or perhaps you’re interested in going to college for the first time? Or maybe you’re a high schooler looking to get into your dream university.
Whatever the case, an online prep test can help you prepare for actual college admissions and professional certification tests. And fortunately, there are a number of online test prep options that provide valuable practice, example test scores, and identify areas that need extra review. (more…)
by The ResumeSpice Team | Nov 10, 2021 | Resume Writing
Looking for a new job? If it’s been a while since your last search, there are some trends to know about first, especially when it comes to your resume.
While a traditional resume is still important to have, you also need to take a more dynamic approach online. When you use social media to showcase your background and skills, you can essentially bring your experience to life through videos, blog posts, infographics, portfolio samples, and other content. The traditional resume and the dynamic social media posts complement and support one another, so you stand out as a candidate. (more…)
by The ResumeSpice Team | Oct 27, 2021 | Resume Writing
There’s a lot of confusion about one small element of a resume: the objective. Certain experts say it still needs to be included, while others advise you to avoid it altogether.
What’s the right answer? Do you write an objective or simply skip it? (more…)
by The ResumeSpice Team | Oct 21, 2021 | Interviewing
When it comes to a job interview, you’ve got a lot of prep work to do. While it’s impossible to know every question you’ll get asked, the good news is that there are many common ones that hiring managers tend to ask.
One of these is “Describe yourself in 5 words.” But if you’re not prepared to give a solid answer, this request can throw you off track.
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by ResumeSpice Team | Oct 14, 2021 | Job Search Tips, Resume Writing
It’s not uncommon for job seekers to seek out tips and tricks to make their resume stand out. A question that applicants most often ask is, “Should I add color to my resume?”
Some websites will tell you “yes,” that color is advisable. Then detail how to apply the pizzaz to your resume.
We’re here to tell you that color is usually not the answer, even in 2021. The team at ResumeSpice shares some of the top reasons why (and which types of resumes CAN have color).
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by The ResumeSpice Team | Oct 13, 2021 | LinkedIn Tips
Your LinkedIn profile is akin to your online resume. If you don’t invest some time and effort into it – or worse, don’t have one – you could lose out on a job opportunity. (more…)
by ResumeSpice | Oct 5, 2021 | Uncategorized
While resigning from a position can be stressful, it can also mean you’ve found another (hopefully better) opportunity to grow and learn. But that doesn’t make informing your current employer any easier.
While it’s not necessarily a formal requirement to give two weeks’ notice (unless it’s written into your employment contract), it is traditional to do so as an act of professionalism and good faith. We recommend doing so by arranging a face-to-face meeting to inform your boss.
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by ResumeSpice | Sep 30, 2021 | Resume Writing
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Crafting a resume for your dream job? Your resume’s format is more important than you might think.
If the information on your resume isn’t laid out in a way that’s visually attractive, intuitive to follow, and highly scannable, a hiring manager isn’t going to see or retain that information. Spacing, layout, fonts, and your resume’s overall visual appearance all affect its readability and effectiveness. It’s one of the reasons so many job seekers elect to use a professional resume writer.
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by The ResumeSpice Team | Sep 29, 2021 | Interviewing
Every job search seems like a waiting game. You wait to find the right opportunities. You wait to hear back after you apply. You wait to find out how an interview went. It certainly takes a lot of patience. (more…)
by ResumeSpice | Sep 27, 2021 | Resume Writing
“How far back should a resume go?” and “How much work history should I put on my resume?” are questions that puzzle new and experienced professionals alike.
That’s why we checked with our top resume writers here at ResumeSpice — they have years of experience and first-hand knowledge of what recruiters, hiring managers, and HR teams are really looking for when it comes to work history on a resume.
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