How to present an incomplete degree
Dear Sam: I attended college back in the early-to-mid 80s. [...]
Resume with years of experience and still no job…
Dear Sam: I am a faithful reader and I have [...]
Strategically sell your personal brand!
Dear Sam: After 10 years in inside sales, my employer [...]
Strategy key to overcoming career hiatus
Dear Sam: I've been a full-time mom for 16 years with most of my early jobs in the retail arena. In 2014 I earned my bachelor’s degree in general studies and completed continuing education toward a Human Resources Certificate. The résumé I am attaching was completed by career services at my university. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. — Wendy
Should you disclose your diagnosis or special needs?
Dear Sam: Do you ever reveal a learning disability on your résumé or in an interview? I have a 37-year-old daughter trained as a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA). She was recently released from her job—after 6 years and nearly perfect attendance—for actions that may or may not be related to her language-based learning disability...
Getting ready for a career transition
Brian, an Assistant Vice President of Operations, had worked for a manufacturing plant for 10+ years...
While rare, functional resumes can be effective
Dear Sam: Since graduating from college, I have yet to find a steady job; thus, I have held different types of jobs. I am afraid not to include all of them on my resume...
Change the trajectory of your career
Meet Michael! Michael had recently returned to the U.S. after [...]
Shining a Light on Resume Disqualifiers
Dear Sam: I have had four interview requests within the past six weeks. While this is encouraging, the application process may be disqualifying me as a candidate.
If it adds value, include it
Dear Sam: I would like to change careers and was curious how I could have my volunteer experience be seen as actual work experience.