When applying for jobs, every detail matters.

 

From crafting the perfect (and tailored) resume to fine-tuning your cover letter, it's easy to overlook seemingly minor details in the rush to submit your application. One often overlooked detail is the name of the document containing your resume.

Believe it or not, a poorly named file can make a big difference in how your application is perceived. 

Pour a cup of tea because it’s story time! 

Imagine a hiring manager, Sarah, who receives hundreds of resumes for an open position. She downloads each file to review later. Among them is a file named "Resume_Final_Version_Updated_July_2023.pdf." Another file is simply named "Document.pdf."

Which one do you think Sarah will find easier to identify and open quickly? Unfortunately for Lisa, the applicant who named her file "Document.pdf," her resume might end up lost in Sarah's sea of applications, overshadowed by those with clear...

Let's be honest. Job hunting sucks! 

When you’re a mid-career professional, you've got years of experience, diverse skills, and a proven track record, but somehow, your resume seems to get lost in the shuffle.

Many of us struggle with making our resumes truly stand out. Our unique strengths can easily get buried under generic phrases and a long list of job duties. 

But here's the good news: you have the power to change that!

This blog will help you unlock the hidden potential of your resume and showcase the skills that set you apart. By the end, you'll have a clear strategy for creating a targeted resume that grabs the attention of hiring managers and opens doors to new career opportunities.

‍ Step 1: Unearth Your Hidden Superpowers 

The first step to building a killer resume is a self-assessment. Take a moment to reflect on your career journey so far.

What are you most proud of? Think about the projects you...