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 redrocketresume | Sep 10, 2021 | ATS, Career Development, Career Pivot, Job Search, Resume Questions, Resume tips, Resume Writing, The Successful Job Search
Whether you’re new to the workforce or shifting careers, there’s one thing that remains, decade-after-decade, essential for successful career development. A killer resume can make or break career opportunities, boost your salary, or expand your options in the...
