Entries by Mandi Stanley

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We’ve spent the past several weeks looking at résumé-writing best practices and advice for cover letters. But, what about the résumé non-starters? What are some résumé turnoffs that immediately result […]

RÉSUMÉ TURNOFFS

Recently I interviewed several clients and colleagues in HR about today’s competitive job market and what stands out to them when they receive an applicant’s résumé. What I ended up […]

Grammar Icks

This week I’m hopping on the latest social trend—“Icks.” I’m contributing “Grammar Icks” just for fun. For instance, the word “fridge” has always made me cringe. “Refrigerator” doesn’t have a […]

Cover Letter Tips!

If your cover letter simply repeats the information on your résumé, then you’re doing it wrong. Rather, use your cover letter as an opportunity to tell the story behind your […]