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By Lori Jazvac. I sometimes get asked by clients whether their language and pronunciation will affect career outcomes. I relate the story of my mother, Anica (aka “Annie”), a determined immigrant who once ventured to Canada with relatively few English communication skills. Annie’s Canadian Workplace Career Transition Back in the mid-60s, the hiring manager at Hamilton’s leading glass factory was recruiting newcomers. When he heard Annie’s somewhat heavy accent, he smiled and gave her a nod of acknowledgment. She seemed poised, professional, and hard-working. But when it came to speaking English, she…
By Kamee Gilmore. As career professionals and resume strategists, we often say that “first impressions count.” The intake process for resume writing services is where the initial communication occurs and vital information is exchanged. It also sets the tone of your client’s overall impression and experience. You want to ensure that it is a memorable one! The “intake process” is the interface between your client and the career services you provide. An effective intake process is both systematic and repeatable. A well-developed system is simple, consistent, and easily customized to suit different situations/scenarios. Here are some examples of repeatable systems…
By Natalie MacLellan. Whether we are engaged in career coaching, interview consulting, or résumé and profile writing, our clients rely on our specialized knowledge. Clients come to us because we are assumed to know things that they do not. People regard us as Subject Matter Experts. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) is a recognized authority in their field. You can achieve recognition as an SME through a combination of education, experience, and marketing. Education One of the most straightforward ways to position yourself as Subject Matter Experts is – not surprisingly…
Not sure how to write a strategic resume? You’re not alone. Build your credibility… …and your resume writing skills. Advanced Resume Development Program Next 5-week fully facilitated online program is scheduled for May 2017 If you are serious about advancing your expertise in resume writing, or if you are considering applying for your Certified Resume Strategist (CRS) Certification in the future, you will discover that this program is designed to help you achieve your goal! This fully facilitated program includes virtual lectures, interactive discussions, follow-up assignments, and online mentoring by your program…
By Joanne Savoie Malone. As a recruiter, I read resumes daily and I appreciate a well-written one. I recognize that putting together a resume is personal and everyone has an opinion. But, there is more to resume writing. To be a good resume writer, you need excellent interviewing skills in order to assess your client’s background, experiences, and abilities. It’s also advisable that you fully understand your client’s niche or market and the recruiter’s preferences. One of my duties is to help potential candidates review their resumes, make suggestions, and sometimes…