by NRWA President | Nov 17, 2023 | Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Recruiters
QUESTION: I know that LinkedIn is a great social media tool for job searching, but are there other platforms that might be practical to attract recruiters? v Grant Cooper, Strategic Resumes & Business Plans LinkedIn is increasingly seen as a primary tool for...
by NRWA President | Nov 15, 2023 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online
QUESTION: As I job search, how concerned must I be about having tattoos and piercings in today’s market? Should I hide them or present myself as who I am? v Lucie Yeomans, Your Career Ally If you want to work for a company that values you and your skillset,...
by NRWA President | Nov 13, 2023 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Executive Job Searching, Formatting, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Resume Writers, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I will have my MBA completed shortly and want to start now to leverage the degree for a higher-level position with significantly higher pay. How do I present this on my resume? v Sarah Vallieu, Evergreen Career Services Absolutely! I recommend this as...
by NRWA President | Oct 23, 2023 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+, Job Searching Online, Resume Writers, Resume Writing
QUESTION: When I read job announcements, I often see that I’m missing one or more job requirements, but I know I can do the job. Should I apply anyway? v Donna Tucker, CareerPRO Resume Center Give it your best shot—IF you really want that job and know you can...
by NRWA President | Oct 20, 2023 | Career Planning & Focus, Resume Writers, Resume Writing
QUESTION: If I decide to contract with a professional resume writer, what should I be looking for? How about pricing? v Crystal Johnson, Johnson Consulting Services LLC Seek an expert who possesses deep industry knowledge, understanding the nuances of your...
by NRWA President | Oct 6, 2023 | Branding, Career Planning & Focus, Career Tips, LinkedIn Profile Writing, LinkedIn Profiles
QUESTION: How can I use LinkedIn to build my personal brand? v Omon Ogieuhi, Linkr Research Team To build a personal brand on LinkedIn: Start with a professional photo, a compelling headline, and a detailed summary. Share content relevant to your industry and...
