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Want to write a resume that really cuts to the heart of your value and stands out for its professionalism?

It's going to be difficult if the writing style you use undermines your credibility--before an employer even reads your resume summary!

No matter how strong your credentials (and despite the fact that most resumes are written in sentence fragments that aren't grammatically correct by themselves) you'll still need to follow basic rules in order to convey your brand value.

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You've probably hear the statistics: most hiring managers will spend just 10 seconds reviewing your resume before making that crucial decision: interview or toss?

If you're having difficulty making it into the "interview" pile, take a hard look at what you've written and where you've put it.

Numerous studies abound that show nearly ALL recruiters will read ONLY the top half of your first resume page word-for-word.

Sure, they'll skim the rest (Where di… Continue

There’s no doubt about it: LinkedIn is one of the greatest job search tools available today. Not only can you “advertise” your availability and display career endorsements, but being viewable on LI is a boon to recruiters that may need your skills.

However, building an effective online profile is something few people address in detail. You may spend hours preparing your resume, only to be confused about which components to use when building a Web presence.

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It's kind of funny--most people who use LinkedIn for the first couple of times seem to miss the boat. They'll get started, build a quick profile, add a few connections, and then... nothing.

Most executives that I work with have went through this routine, and they don't quite look far enough to realize that LI is such a hot tool for discussin job search, finding company insiders, joining other networking groups, etc. (Yes, I make sure they hit… Continue