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Ever Lied on a Resume?

by Rigel Celeste on Jun 29th 2009

Ever lied on a resume? Statistics show that as many as 40% of us have -- that's almost half! So what are we all saying when we stretch the truth in an attempt to land a job? Employers say it's usually one of these: Stretching dates to cover gaps in employment Claiming to have a degree that you don't Inflating job titles and/or previous salaries Exaggerating technological/computer skills Claiming fluency in a foreign language (being able to count to 10 does not ... Continue reading ›

Resume Rescue: Use Bullet Points

by Rigel Celeste on Jun 22nd 2009

In a job market that's growing more competitive every day, having an effective, impressive resume that stands out from the crowd is key. Looking to fine tune yours but not sure where to start? No worries, our Resume Rescue series is here to help! Ah, the bullet point. Avoided like the plague by some and used to death by others, what's the real value in this unique little typographical tool? Recruiters and hiring managers spend very little time reading resumes (as little as 3 ... Continue reading ›

Resume Rescue: Use Effective Titles

by Rigel Celeste on Jun 30th 2009

In a job market that's growing more competitive every day, having an effective, impressive resume that stands out from the crowd is key. Looking to fine tune yours but not sure where to start? No worries, our Resume Rescue series is here to help! Employers skim over resumes so fast it's surprising anybody ever gets a job, usually it's about 5 seconds or less for each one as they get sorted into the sought after "take a closer look" pile or the unfortunate but common "paper ... Continue reading ›

Why Your Resume Gets Tossed

by Stephen Lytle on Sep 29th 2009

I recently came across this article on Yahoo.com describing the many reason why your resume gets tossed from the "might use" to the "never use" pile. There are some good tips in this article that touch on the following: If accomplishments can be quantified, do it -- but use discretion If you send a cover letter by email that starts with 'Hi,' it and your resume will probably end up in the trash. It's true that recruiters sometimes use scanners to sort through ... Continue reading ›

Resume Distribution Bug Fix

by Alex Rudloff on Apr 16th 2007

Thanks go out to Jasmyn and Kevin who both sent in reports regarding a rather ugly bug relating to the Distribution functionality of Emurse. This issue has been fixed, but in an effort to maintain transparency, we decided to post something to the blog about it. Some of you may have noticed some fairly wonky behavior regarding distribution starting towards the end of March. This behavior only affected a minority of users, but in a pretty nasty way. Resumes sends were extremely ... Continue reading ›

Resume Rescue: Headline vs Objective

by Rigel Celeste on Jul 27th 2009

In a job market that's growing more competitive every day, having an effective, impressive resume that stands out from the crowd is key. Looking to fine tune yours but not sure where to start? No worries, our Resume Rescue series is here to help! Headline or Objective? Is it better to start your resume with an objective that states what you're looking for or a headline that says what you have to offer? Some experts argue that an objective is redundant because by submitting ... Continue reading ›

What Does a Resume Do, Really?

by Rigel Celeste on May 14th 2009

Understanding what your resume is really supposed to do is key to putting your best self forward on paper. Most people think of their resume as a job application, but it's really an interview application. No matter how well put together it is, a resume alone won't get you a job. What it can do is get you in the door for a face-to-face interview, which (if you nail it) is what will land you the job. So keep in mind when writing your resume that it's purpose is to get you an ... Continue reading ›

Professional Summary Example for Resumes

by Alex Rudloff on Apr 18th 2007

A "Professional Summary" on your resume is generally a collection of 4 or 5 one line statements, often found in a bulleted list. "Tooting your own horn" is often difficult for many job seekers. To come up with a great list of things to include in your professional summary, think about notable accomplishments you may have had. Go through each item that you are including on your resume (work experience, curriculum, training, etc) and think about the specific highlights. These ... Continue reading ›

Resume Rescue: No White Lies, Period.

by Rigel Celeste on Jun 13th 2009

In a job market that's growing more competitive every day, having an effective, impressive resume that stands out from the crowd is key. Looking to fine tune yours but not sure where to start? No worries, our Resume Rescue series is here to help! We've all seen the sitcom scenerios where some character gets caught lying on a resume because they're suddenly expected to speak a foreign language they don't know or be able to perform some crazy stunt they've never done before. ... Continue reading ›

Resume Mistakes

by Alex Rudloff on Aug 10th 2007

(or, "Common Resume Mistakes and What Not to Include in a Resume". Guest post by Jeff Everett.) When applying for a job or career, your first impression is often your last impression. A well-prepared and polished resume is an excellent means of getting yourself noticed among the other applicants competing for the same opening. As with mistakes in professional etiquette, mistakes and errors in your resume may make the difference between receiving an interview and finding your ... Continue reading ›

Are Awards worth mentioning on a resume?

by Randall Bennett on Jul 14th 2009

Emurse gives users an option to add in awards and honors to their resumes, but which honors should you mention, and which are better left on the trophy shelf? As an early-to-mid career person myself, I haven't quite amassed the trophy case I'm one day aiming for, but that doesn't mean I won't mention significant honors if they apply to the job. Once again, customization is key, making sure your audience (the potential employer) sees exactly what they expect as a smart, ... Continue reading ›

Writing a Resume with No Work Experience

by Alex Rudloff on May 7th 2007

Whether you are creating your resume for college applications or you are in the midst of your very first job hunt, writing a resume without any work experience can be a daunting challenge. As an addendum to our guide on how to write an entry level resume, here are a few tips on beefing up the content of your resume when you are running short on work experience! ... Continue reading ›

New Web Resume Changes

by Alex Rudloff on May 9th 2007

We've recently refreshed the top portion of web resumes. This should provide for a more polished experience as well as give us a bit more flexibility as we roll out new functionality. Check out Ryan M's resume as an example! If you have yet to host your resume as a website on Emurse, you should most certainly check it out. By hosting your resume as a website, you'll gain exposure to millions of employers and recruiters utilizing major search engines for their hiring. You will ... Continue reading ›

3 Points on Using Bullets in a Resume

by Rigel Celeste on Jun 23rd 2009

Bullet points might be one of your resume's closest friends, but do you know how best to use them to maximize their effectiveness? Here are some points on how best to use bullets: Use them in moderation. Like most things you can get too much of a good thing, meaning that a page full of nothing but bullet points isn't much better than a page full of paragraphs. Prioritize and put your best points first, because the first thing they read is what a person is most likely to ... Continue reading ›

Straightforward Advice on Writing an Awesome Resume

by Alex Rudloff on Jan 8th 2007

One of the reasons we created Emurse was to help people get over the intimidation of creating resumes. How do you sum up your professional life on a single piece of paper? The thought of it can be frightening, if not even nauseating. It should not be that way and we would like to help. Here are a handful of really simple, straightforward guidelines you can use to help improve your Emurse resume. :-D ... Continue reading ›