Modern Resume

If we have learned anything this past year, it is conversations matter. Conversations open us up to new ideas, opinions and deeper understandings, and also provide social support - helping us to build resilience to better cope with uncertainty and decisions. If you have big dreams in your career, business or life, but are feeling held back by these uncertain times, I hope you join Conny Lee and me on Sunday, April 25th for a fun and engaging virtual micro-coaching event to e...xplore your next steps, help gain motivation, and build connections. You will leave feeling inspired and hopeful to pursue that next big opportunity or dream - and one small action to gain the momentum you need to move the needle!

AND IT's EVENT-DAY! It's not too late (yet) to sign up for tonight's event - where we will explore YOUR career, job search, or business questions, possibilities! Space is limited and signups are rolling in so don't hesitate!

** PIVOT ** EVENT NAME CHANGE!! Through your questions and feedback, we have decided to open up our upcoming micro-coaching event to include all career transitioners, job seekers, and aspiring entrepreneurs! "What's your next Career Step?" is a micro-coaching event that helps to explore your career questions - - be it a question about...... the next step in your job search changing careers or industries launching a new business introducing a new service/product in your business Conny & I are excited to share with you how through 'conversations', we can uncover the answers and directions we are seeking! PM for more details :)

I am so excited to be hosting Conversations Matter: Exploring Entrepreneurship with Conny Lee later this month! Get more details on our event page and if it's calling your name - DIVE IN and register! Small actions lead to BIG opportunities! PM me with any questions too!

I love receiving notes and updates from my clients! #makesmyday #resumesuccess #jobsearchsuccess #seekingnewopportunities

Employers are seeking employees to solve specific problems. In a resume, employers are looking for those solutions -- skills and expertise that will solve these problems. . By using your resume as a marketing brochure, targeting your skills and expertise, you can demonstrate to hiring managers, ‘I AM THE SOLUTION’. Optimize your next application by using this Targeted Skills Worksheet!... https://modernresume.ca/docs/Targeted_Skills_Worksheet.pdf

The bad news is, no matter how much time you commit to creating the perfect resume, it is unlikely your resume will ever be fully read from start to finish. In fact, the average time a hiring manager scans your cover letter and resume is 6 seconds. 6 seconds! ... But don’t worry - you can change these odds! Check out my most recent blog post below for 3 simple tips to add clarity to your resume and beat that 6 second scan. Grab the BONUS free worksheet to build a targeted resume headline (can work for LinkedIn too!)

I love receiving messages from my clients - especially hearing the feedback they receive from employers. . A great resume not only can get you in the door..... Compliments like this one can be a great confidence boost during an (often stressful) interview session. . Imagine the smile you would have if an employer said something like this during your next interview!

'I help professionals, military members, and career changers create eye-catching resumes to stand out and get the interview they deserve!' Yes, I write resumes. But it is so much more than that. My clients share how through the process of professional consultation with their resume, they receive so much more in return, including:... Confidence & clarity in skills and experience Interview Preparation Job Search Optimization & Accountability - to get that resume done! If you are actively or planning a job search, I welcome you to book an initial consultation to learn more about how this process can help you.

I have received so many positive responses from the last blog post and resource page on my website - and preparing my next post now! . But you tell me..... what would topic would you most like to hear about next?