RSS Feed for BCjobs.ca - Career Advice Articles - Resume Advice http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/resume-advice en-ca Copyright (c)2010 BC Jobs Online Inc. All Rights Reserved support@bcjobs.ca Looking to emphasize your employers, job titles, loyalty and success in climbing the corporate ladder? A chronological resume may be just what you need. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/Career-advice/career-advice/resume-advice/chronologicalresumes http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/Career-advice/career-advice/resume-advice/chronologicalresumes Mon, 02 Mar 2009 09:16 If you've got a long work history, special skills or a strong track record of accomplishments, consider a combination resume. It allows you to combine the perks of chronological and functional resumes. http://www.bcjobs.ca/content/index.cfm?objectid=D4FC752B-1372-5900-AD64613B1879C436 http://www.bcjobs.ca/content/index.cfm?objectid=D4FC752B-1372-5900-AD64613B1879C436 Mon, 02 Mar 2009 09:26 Need to break away from the traditional resume format? Check out the functional resume -- a popular way to cluster experience and skills. http://www.bcjobs.ca/content/index.cfm?objectid=D0EB4BBB-1372-5900-AD1CE9D469649E90 http://www.bcjobs.ca/content/index.cfm?objectid=D0EB4BBB-1372-5900-AD1CE9D469649E90 Mon, 02 Mar 2009 10:25 You've probably heard a million times that employers only spend 30 seconds looking at your resume. Help get their attention by writing a targeted objective. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/writing-your-resume-objective http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/writing-your-resume-objective Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:10 To capture the attention of hiring managers, candidates often use a career profile on their resumes. Also known as a professional profile or simply a “profile”, a career profile summarizes your work, education and other relevant experiences. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/writing-a-resume-career-profile http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/writing-a-resume-career-profile Mon, 02 Mar 2009 12:40 Everyone knows the importance of a well crafted resume, but how many job seekers fully appreciate the power of a strong cover letter? This is the first document a hiring manager reviews when considering prospective employees, and it’s the applicant’s initial opportunity to make a good impression. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/writing-a-compelling-cover-letter http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/writing-a-compelling-cover-letter Mon, 02 Mar 2009 12:56 Employers want to hire top-performing employees. To help them find you, use numbers in your resume. When employers see the results you’ve delivered for others, they will be more likely to believe you can perform for them. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/using-numbers-in-your-resume http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/using-numbers-in-your-resume Wed, 04 Mar 2009 11:42 Job seekers often wonder if they should include hobbies and interests on their resumes. Some people say these details help break the ice at an interview and make the job seeker stand out. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/should-you-put-hobbies-on-your-resume http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/should-you-put-hobbies-on-your-resume Wed, 04 Mar 2009 12:51 With employers spending more time reviewing information online, job seekers need to understand how to market their resumes. Resumes that have relevant keywords, are current, and visible in high traffic areas, will attract hiring managers. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/online-resumes http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/online-resumes Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:24 Reasons to update your resume could fill a novel the size of War and Peace. Whether you’re actively looking for a new position or firmly planted in the greatest job of your life http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/reasons-to-update-your-online-resume http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/reasons-to-update-your-online-resume Fri, 21 Nov 2008 09:36 The goal of any good resume is to get an interview. Think of your resume as a marketing document, which, if written well, can get you further ahead than the many candidates applying for the position. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/winning-resumes http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/winning-resumes Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:58 We all try to put the best gloss on our skills and background but taking that too far can have serious results. There have been numerous court cases in Canada addressing a candidate’s pre-hiring misrepresentations. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/exaggerating-qualifications http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/exaggerating-qualifications Mon, 09 Mar 2009 14:36 If you’ve got a gap in your employment history, you’re not alone. It’s common for job seekers to leave the workforce because of a disability, illness, baby, education, or even a challenging job search. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/explaining-a-gap-in-your-employment-history http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-tools/resume-advice/explaining-a-gap-in-your-employment-history Tue, 10 Mar 2009 10:10 There is a lot of information and advice available about how to effectively write a resume. It can be difficult to sort through what is someone’s opinion and what is useful information to help you make the most of your job applications. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/job-search-resume-tips--tips-for-targeting-your-resume-in-your-job-search http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/job-search-resume-tips--tips-for-targeting-your-resume-in-your-job-search Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:51 When you attend a business meeting, you probably don’t use the wrong fork or slurp wine from fine glassware. Just as it’s important to have good table manners at a luncheon, it’s essential that you mind your e-mail manners in the workplace. http://www.bcjobs.ca/content/index.cfm?objectid=780F4F3B-1372-5900-AD97EB00FD0002E7 http://www.bcjobs.ca/content/index.cfm?objectid=780F4F3B-1372-5900-AD97EB00FD0002E7 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:59 Jobseekers increasingly refer employers to personal websites and email addresses. Done right, personal websites provide a great opportunity to showcase your professional personality, work experience, work samples, testimonials and portfolio pieces. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-advice/resume-advice/personal-websites-and-email-addresses-for-jobseekers http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-advice/resume-advice/personal-websites-and-email-addresses-for-jobseekers Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:01 Learning how to read a job ad can make your job search much easier. First, you’ll be in a better position to target your resume and cover letter. And, second, you’ll be able to determine which jobs suit you. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/resume-advice/how-to-read-a-job-ad http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/resume-advice/how-to-read-a-job-ad Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:03 Apply for jobs online? Seems like that’s the usual way to find work these days. If you want to apply for jobs online, it’s important that you follow directions set out by the potential employer. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/resume-advice/apply-for-jobs-online http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice/resume-advice/apply-for-jobs-online Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:06 Business correspondence serves a variety of purposes throughout the career cycle, but most of all it reflects professional courtesy during the job search. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-advice/resume-advice/business-correspondence http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-centre/career-advice/resume-advice/business-correspondence Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:08 Resume career profile writing can make a huge difference in your job search. By taking the time to create a powerful resume career profile, you can stand out from other candidates. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/resume-career-profiles-sizzle-when-you-add-numbers http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/resume-career-profiles-sizzle-when-you-add-numbers Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:38 Cover letters for resumes can help job seekers boost their prospects. I have seen numerous articles in The Recruit urging job seekers to include cover letters when they apply for jobs. This raises the question: what is the purpose of a cover letter? http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/cover-letters-for-resumes-making-it-easy http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/cover-letters-for-resumes-making-it-easy Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:25 We’ve seen every resume error in the book. These blunders make the difference between getting an interview, and wondering why no one is calling you. The key is proofread, proofread, proofread. Follow our simple steps, and you’ll be one step closer to scoring that dream job! http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/resume-basics-a-refresher http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/resume-basics-a-refresher Mon, 19 Jan 2009 10:21 Resume gaps raise red flags for most employers, a new survey confirms: More than nine out of 10 (93 percent) executives polled said they’d be concerned about a candidate’s fit for a position if his or her resume showed involuntary periods of unemployment. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/closing-the-gap http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/closing-the-gap Mon, 26 Jan 2009 11:12 Job seekers take note: One false stroke at the keyboard could send your resume into the "circular file." Fifty-one per cent of executives interviewed said just one or two typos in a resume would remove applicants from consideration for a job; 23 per cent said it takes only one typo to rule candidates out. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/have-a-keen-eye-for-derail http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/have-a-keen-eye-for-derail Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:23 Job seekers continually under estimate the importance of including a cover letter with their resume when applying to jobs. The cover letter is a critical component of your job search materials, as it serves as an effective advertisement for your resume. In writing your cover letter you can be creative and direct in showing a potential employer, how your unique skills abilities meets their requirements without the limitations of the resume. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/writing-an-effective-cover-letter http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/writing-an-effective-cover-letter Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:21 Writing a cover letter can sometimes be a bit confusing. You simply don't know what information to add, what to exclude and how exactly to tell your story. For many, this leads to some cover letter mistakes. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/cover-letter-no-no-s http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/cover-letter-no-no-s Fri, 25 Sep 2009 07:29 Does your résumé have the punch it needs to help you stand out? Is your cover letter well-written and convincing? Are you conveying professionalism in the e-mails you write to recruiters or hiring managers? http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/30-power-words-to-power-up-your-r-sum-and-boost-your-job-search http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/30-power-words-to-power-up-your-r-sum-and-boost-your-job-search Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:04 Creating a stand-out résumé isn’t a skill that comes naturally to most people. But, communication is one of the top skills employers are looking for, according to our poll. The first demonstration of just how well you communicate will most likely be the résumé an employer sees as they’re looking for candidates. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/how-to-make-your-resume-newsworthy http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/how-to-make-your-resume-newsworthy Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:48 What do you think: faced with a choice, will an employer choose to hire a generalist or an expert? Interesting question, and I know that people are confused by which strategy is better, and which one works. I know because I see hundreds of resumes in my business and at job fairs, and most are very general. Let’s analyze the choices. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/are-you-a-generic-or-brand-name http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/are-you-a-generic-or-brand-name Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:53 You might have a great, top-notch résumé on file to give to potential employers, but that’s not all you need in your job hunting portfolio. You’ve still got more work to do! Although employers want to see background information, skills, and awards on your résumé, they also want to see a list of references. A reference list is important because employers want to know which individuals they can contact to verify your information and get another perspective of who you are. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/5-steps-to-a-brilliant-reference-list http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/5-steps-to-a-brilliant-reference-list Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:54 In this recovering economy, the job competition can be cutthroat, and job seekers are suiting up and bringing their A game to the fight. Employers are getting hundreds and hundreds of applications and résumés for every job posting. And, since most employers spend an average of only 20 to 30 seconds reviewing each résumé, it’s important to make sure yours doesn’t fall through the ropes. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/five-common-words-you-don-t-want-on-your-r-sum http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/five-common-words-you-don-t-want-on-your-r-sum Thu, 27 May 2010 07:24 A strong resume and interview may place job seekers in the running for a position, but a new survey from OfficeTeam finds the results of a reference check can be the real deal maker -- or breaker. http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/for-your-reference http://www.bcjobs.ca/re/career-advice/career-advice-articles/resume-advice/for-your-reference Mon, 28 Jun 2010 12:02