by Emily Oberman | Aug 25, 2022 | Career Development, Job Search, Resume tips
Do the alarming headlines and rumors about today’s job market have you concerned? The job market has seen major changes since the beginning of 2020 and even since the beginning of 2022! But the outlook for job seekers remains very positive. Recently Britt Larsen of...
by Emily Oberman | Jul 21, 2022 | Career Development, Job Search, Resume tips
I recently heard from one of Upword Resume’s clients for a resume update. Her current job is…fine. But she’s ready for the next step and starting to put out feelers. Kudos! Starting a job search BEFORE it’s a crisis situation puts you in control. And being...
by Emily Oberman | Jun 23, 2022 | Career Development, Career Pivot, Job Search, Resume tips, The Successful Job Search
Are you looking for jobs in sales? We’ve talked many times before (here, here, and here) about the importance of focusing your resume on accomplishments, not responsibilities. We even have a Quick Start Guide that walks you through exactly how to transform job duties...
by redrocketresume | Apr 21, 2022 | Career Development, Career Pivot, Job Search
The concept of a “gig economy” in the U.S. is nothing new. After all, Upwork (formally known as Elance) has been hosting freelance jobs for 20+ years. Uber has been around for more than a decade. Even Airbnb is sailing toward its 15th anniversary. Even before...
by Emily Oberman | Mar 17, 2022 | Career Development, Job Search, Resume tips, Resume Writing
It’s no secret that job seekers can feel frustrated with recruiters. Why are they slow to respond? What happens to my resume after I submit an application? Are they really on my side? I’ve heard this even more over recent years with the pandemic and Great Recession...
by Emily Oberman | Feb 17, 2022 | Career Development, Career Pivot, Resume tips, Resume Writing
If you missed our breakdown of the Magic Yardstick and how it shapes your career strategy, be sure to check out this post. After you’re all caught up, read on to learn how to use the Magic Yardstick to define your personal branding and chart a successful career path....
