by Ask the Experts NRWA | Dec 16, 2020 | Career Changing, Career Goal Setting, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching Online
QUESTION: Any tips for applying for a job overseas? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes Employers rarely pursue candidates outside the country unless there’s a specific skill shortage. Leave your home address and phone number off the resume. Include the closest...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Dec 14, 2020 | Career Changing, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching, Job Searching at 50+
QUESTION: Should I submit a resignation letter? What should it say? v Edwina Martindale Absolutely. Your employer deserves to know you are leaving and when. You don’t want them angry when contacted by people checking references. The only REQUIRED detail is...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Sep 14, 2020 | Career Planning & Focus, Executive Job Searching, Personal Branding
QUESTION: What should I look for when targeting a company? v Camille Roberts, CC Career Services Start with the mission of the company. Research the people who work there–everyone from the CEO to the janitor–using Google, LinkedIn, and Facebook to...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jun 3, 2019 | Career Changing, Executive Job Searching, Job Searching Online, LinkedIn Profile Writing
QUESTION: I’m currently unemployed. How do I handle this on my LinkedIn profile? v Angela Watts, MyPro Resumes Fill the gap. Start consulting, volunteering or completing courses that will add value to a future role. Use this time to show potential employers...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Apr 29, 2019 | Career Goal Setting, Career Planning & Focus, Executive Job Searching, Resume Writing
QUESTION: I just received my master’s degree and would like to use it to get a higher paying role. How do I get employers to pay me what I’m worth with my new degree? v Kate Williamson, Scientech Resumes An advanced degree is a great way to stand out...
by Ask the Experts NRWA | Apr 22, 2019 | Executive Job Searching, Job Searching Online, Personal Branding, Professional Networking
QUESTION: I spend so much time filling out applications with no callbacks. What is the best way to get noticed by employers? v Rebecca McCarthy, The Written Coach At least 70% of jobs are not published. To get them, you need to network, both in-person and online....
