Comments on: Series: How to Write a Resume (that gets job interviews)

By: wayne

wayne — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:31:48 +0000

Nice sharing indeed.

Great piece of information, sometimes we just need some reminders.

By: Lorraine

Lorraine — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:42:54 +0000

Another reason for not including an objective on a resume is because it can be misinterpreted by the reader as an objective not in line with the position you are applying for. Better to leave it off & save the space!

By: Teesie

Teesie — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:25:53 +0000

I have been to job interviews/hired and been complimented on my resumes. Of the hundreds of interviews I’ve gone for, I have rarely not been offered the job. I’ve also helped friends and offered my services out to help others get a great resume. Now, I am on the otherside where I review resumes and I know for sure what grabs my attention!

Great article Fox!

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By: Monevator

Monevator — Sat, 02 May 2009 12:07:46 +0000

Fabulous series and well suited for the times.

That said, I’ve sent readers here who are looking for a new job, but I hope I don’t have to read it too closely myself.