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Resume Dilemma: Have a Spotty Work History?
Military.com
In today's economy, you need to carefully present your experience to avoid being seen as unstable. Start by evaluating your situation and determini...
Writing Military-to-Civilian Resumes: Make Your Resume Interviewable
Military.com | Aug 22, 2011
Consider the fact that your resume has three primary missions: 1. To showcase your skills, qualifications and accomplishments in such a way that i...
Writing Military-to-Civilian Resumes: The "Transferability-of-Skills" Strategy
Military.com | Aug 22, 2011
To write a successful transition resume you must first understand the concept of separating your skills, qualifications and experience from the...
Writing a National Guard Technician Dual-status Federal Resume
Military.com | Dec 19, 2011
National Guard Technicians hold Dual Status roles as military and GS Civilians at National Guard Barracks throughout the US. The primary mission ...
Refresh Your Resume for the New Year
Military.com | Aug 22, 2011
The new year means a new list of resolutions. And let's face it: Some are tough to keep. If you want proof, compare the number of cars packed i...
Never Wrote a Resume in Your Life?
Military.com | Nov 12, 2011
Maybe you joined the military straight out of high school or college. And now it's suddenly 10, 20 or 30 years later, you need a résumé to find ...
Private Industry vs. Federal Job Resumes: Apples and Oranges
Military.com | Nov 28, 2011
When I talk about writing a resume, I always use the analogy of an apple and an orange. The apple is nothing like an orange, even though they are ...
Resume Presentation: Sharing What Works
Military.com | Oct 20, 2011
Writing a resume is like exercising: You may not look forward to it, but you feel better once it’s done. And like the results of a good workout...
Cover Letters That Catch the Eye
Military.com | Jul 11, 2011
Throw away your form letter. These days, getting your cover letter noticed means getting creative."A good cover letter can be the difference betwee...
Resume Help for the Unemployed
Military.com | May 05, 2011
Mounting a job search when you're unemployed may leave you feeling like you can't compete with your gainfully employed peers. This just isn't true....
Is It Smart to Dumb Down Your Resume?
Military.com | May 05, 2011
If you're an experienced worker, you might be considering dumbing down your resume to land an interview for a position for which you might seem ove...
Why Lying on Your Resume is a Bad Idea
Military.com | May 05, 2011
It's tempting to embellish your accomplishments on your resume. It's not hurting any one right? Besides, who would find out? Well, your employer wi...
What's Wrong with Personal References?
Military.com | May 05, 2011
How could your sixth-grade teacher, next-door neighbor, or golfing buddy comment on your management style, responsibilities or the quality of your ...
Refresh Your Retro Resume in 6 Steps
Military.com | May 05, 2011
Many people are facing the prospect of finding a new job. And some are even contemplating a complete career change. If it has been years since you'...
Time to Refresh the Resume
Military.com | May 05, 2011
The resume is the best way job seekers can show-off their skills and ability to communicate. However, most resumes are littered with mistakes that ...
Understand Smart Resume Packaging vs. Exaggeration
Military.com | May 05, 2011
To get ahead in a competitive entry-level job market, some college students are giving serious thought to the unthinkable: Lying or wholesale exagg...
Resume Tips for Truckers
Military.com | May 05, 2011
Savvy truck drivers know they can benefit from having a resume, especially if they want to move into an office job. And while truckers are in deman...
Translating Your Resume Into English
Military.com | May 09, 2011
You've served your country proudly and now it's time to move on professionally. More than anything, you want your transition from boots to suits to...
Top 8 Resources for a Resume Critique
Military.com | May 05, 2011
You've decided you need a second opinion on your resume, but where should you turn? We've gathered the top eight resources for resume critiques, as...
Tips for Creating a Concise Resume
Military.com | May 05, 2011
If you're in the middle of writing your resume, you may be asking yourself any of these questions:How long should my resume be?How can I fit all my...
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