When you move from the Department of Defence to the corporate world, you’re not just changing jobs—you’re changing cultures. The military has its unique lexicon and ethos, but as you enter “civvy street,” you’ll need to get fluent in the...
Gayle Howard
The Power of the Cover Letter: Why Skipping It Could Cost You the Job
Getting ignored for an interview when you have an outstanding resume and career can be puzzling and discouraging. Take the case of “John,” with whom I recently brainstormed. He sent out multiple applications for executive positions but received nothing...
Breaking Free from Resume Procrastination: How to Dive into the Job Market Without Fear
If you’ve ever found yourself re-reading the same sentence on your resume for the umpteenth time, you’re not alone. Procrastination is a sly monster, one I’ve wrestled with countless times. Whether it’s sending an email, skimming the news, or...
I’m a CMRS
CMRS stands for Certified Master Resume Specialist. Another string to my bow! CMRS is bestowed by the AORCP (Association of Online Resume and Career Professionals). The process includes submitted resume samples to a panel for intensive review of grammar and spelling,...
Own Your Achievements: The Power of Authentic Self-Presentation in Job Searches
It’s time for some real talk: Are you truly proud of your professional achievements? Or do you shy away from highlighting them out of fear of appearing boastful or arrogant? I’ve noticed a concerning trend lately—either people aren’t giving their...
I’m a CWPP!
I’ve just been notified I’ve passed my CWPP exam and training course. (CWPP stands for Certified Web Portfolio Practitioner). Excellent. Well this will be a good day!