by Barbara Safani | Apr 8, 2020 | cover letters, resume
As an executive resume writer, I have reviewed thousands of resumes over my career. Many resumes fall flat with recruiters and hiring managers because they contain little differentiating information or rely on tired phrases about a candidate’s personal...
by Barbara Safani | Mar 20, 2020 | career management, job search, networking
We are certainly facing unchartered waters due to the current pandemic, and people in a job search may feel like they are navigating without a compass. The job search process is riddled with uncertainty, and our new normal is creating a level of complexity that most...
by Barbara Safani | Mar 7, 2020 | networking, social media for job search
To get the most out of your LinkedIn profile, make sure you do these four things: Complete Your Profile. Your profile is the “front door” to your LinkedIn account. First impressions matter — so make sure you’ve made your profile as complete as possible. As an added...
by Barbara Safani | Feb 4, 2020 | career management
Telecommuting is in the news these days, but the idea of working from home has always held some appeal for many workers. Advantages to telecommuting include eliminating a lengthy commute, allowing more flexibility to pick up or drop off children from school or child...
by Barbara Safani | Jan 7, 2020 | job search, networking, social media for job search
Don’t Dismiss LinkedIn as Something Only for People Who Are Looking For a New Job. The best time to build your LinkedIn profile, connect with people, and participate on LinkedIn is now — before you need it. If you find yourself suddenly unemployed and decide that now...
