Two years ago, if a client told me that the company they were interviewing with was getting ready to check references, I would have thought, “Great! It sounds like an offer is not far behind.” But now, with unemployment at 9.7%, the job search landscape is far different and more competitive than ever. As a result, many companies are checking the references of multiple candidates in order to help make their final decision. So, getting it right with your references is extremely important.
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Top Solutions to 8 Common Resume Problems
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6 Steps to a Customized Executive Resume That Gets the Job
You know you need to customize your executive resume, but do you know what that actually means?
This Seemingly Simple Strategy Can Get Your Resume Noticed
Lots of people skip this obvious strategy to make their resume stand out from the crowd. Are you doing it?
Marble to Masterpiece: The Secret to a Quick, Customized Resume Every Time
Don’t think you have time to create a customized resume? Here’s why you do.