Martin Buckland’s Post

When you write your CV/resume ensure you place the acronyms for your degrees, diplomas, certifications and other designations under your name, not next to your name. Just one of the many changes to format due to the nice and very specific Applicant Tracking System-ATS introduction. If you use the same resume/CV format you have used for several years, I know it will fail the ATS.

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Tuesday at Two #198

Highlighting your accomplishments in your resume/CV is paramount to your success in capturing an interview. You will be hired due to your performance. Let your results, preferably with metrics do the talking!

Some steps to attract Executive Recruiters.

Heard "Oh NO" twice today as business professionals were laid off. One said the classic phrase, "I never thought it would happen to me" Well sorry it did and now begins a new journey but first ensure your severance is what you deserve based on the jurisdiction where you work. Button down the finances, tell your spouse and family, this action has zero shame. But were you prepared? Is your resume/CV in the 2024 ATS format? Is your LinkedIn profile complete?

Career Tips for a Crazy World

YES, you are wanted talent! Only alive though LOL Don't despair, each and every one of you has a unique value. Your value is wanted, and you can substantially raise that value by knowing who you are, what you bring to an employer. So many wallow in unhappiness, accept a much lower salary than their peers in the same positions at the competition. Be brave, be bold and make yourself WANTED!

Have you heard the bulk of the vacant jobs are hidden? Yes, not advertised! In Canada, 80% of jobs are hidden. In US, 70% of jobs are hidden. In UK, 62% of jobs are hidden. In France, 56% of jobs are hidden. If your job search doesn't involve in hunting down the hidden jobs, you are missing out on many exciting opportunities perfect for you.