Melissa Peoples
FEBRUARY 21, 2020
After giving notice, and thinking now that it wasn't perhaps the best time for clarity or objectivity, I dusted off my resume, added my now former role, and began applying to likely-sounding prospects. Bear in mind, I had been recruited or referred into my past couple of roles, so my resume hadn't been top of mind for a while.
Success
MAY 11, 2022
A financial planner’s online tool asks, “Are you saving enough for retirement?”. Customers really like their questions to be answered quickly, without having to get on the phone to call the florist or open a new browser tab to send an email. Business: Resume Genius and Resume Companion , online résumé builders.
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On The Job
MAY 25, 2015
One of the biggest problems for veterans these days is finding a job in the private sector once they retire from the military. Reaching out to a veteran's organization and offering to help write resumes, make contacts, etc. None of these is difficult, but you may simply believe that you don't have the time.
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
DECEMBER 6, 2023
My resume was not even looked at. The only thing I could think to do after a few moments of waiting was to offer my resume. Then, the office phone rings and the door opens announcing who the caller is. The phone call ends, but they get up and leave the room to give a follow up note to a staff member.
On The Job
NOVEMBER 17, 2009
Then, I did what I always did: I picked up the phone and started asking experts on how job seekers could succeed in this tough market. Employers have to weed through hundreds of resumes for even the most basic jobs, so they immediately discard ones where the skills don’t match their requirements. Don’t be desperate. Don’t be ashamed.
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
APRIL 9, 2016
My resume was not even looked at. The only thing I could think to do after a few moments of waiting was to offer my resume. Then, the office phone rings and the door opens announcing who the caller is. The phone call ends, but they get up and leave the room to give a follow up note to a staff member.
Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant
APRIL 13, 2016
It’s not unheard of that while a CEO is about to retire they start looking about 2-5 years prior to their exit. State that on your resume, in your cover letter, over the phone, and don’t tell anyone at work. I agree that is a very long time. Since he was the CEO, the perfect fit is of the utmost importance. Should you stay?
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