Career Course

“I find it peculiar when people come into an interview and they have no questions for me.  You’re going to make a big bet on your future and you have no questions about where you’re going? ” NY Times May, 1, 2011

      –Lars Bjork, CEO of QlikTech, a data software company

Whether youre heading to a job fair or preparing for an interview, making a first impression is important if you want to land a great job. As the saying goes, you only get one chance to make a first impression! Here are my top tips for making sure that the impression you leave in a potential employers mind is a good one!

• Dress the Part: You dont necessarily have to wear a business suit, but you should dress appropriately for the job you want. That might mean jeans and a t-shirt, but make sure you wear clean, wrinkle-free clothing that fits you well and (if you are male) are clean-shaven.

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According to CEO Update’s March 4^th issue, new association job listings are up an eye-popping 45 percent in the first two months of 2011. At the same time, the article also says, some hiring managers are receiving fewer resumes.

After the multi-year recession, this is fantastic news for job seekers. It’s certainly better than the alternative! However, as with most things, there is a downside. Lately, I’ve had more than one person tell me they’re completely overwhelmed by the number of jobs they see advertised, and in the end, they don’t go after any of them.

If you fall into this category, you’re not the only one! Recently, I

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You are what your write. I recently did a search on resume tips on a popular search engine that starts with a “G” and to no surprise found more than 37 million pages dedicated to some form of tips for resumes.   Everyone has an opinion and I am no different.  As I coach though, I have seen literally hundreds of resumes and have come to consensus about their content.  Resumes that paint a picture of a personality and tell a story about accomplishments have a higher probability of attracting interest and actionable attention.  Moreover, if you are in the market for an advertising, communications or public relations role, a stellar resume demands that you take the time to succinctly but creatively portray your abilities in quick but compelling fashion.

So grab your keyboard or your favorite resume writer and get to work.

1. The resume is about your character, personality and ability. Give it life by using action words that paint a picture of who you are and what is your value.
2. Excite your audience.