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Laura Smith-Proulx, CCMC, CPRW, CIC, and executive director of An Expert Resume, is a global resume authority and former recruiter whose work opens doors to prestigious executive and professional jobs at major corporations.

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Resume fast fact: Brevity rules

Sunday, November 22nd, 2009

Determined to give employers every factoid of your career and accomplishments? You may be headed down the wrong path (especially if that path is...
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New resume trend: Using color to stand out

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 · 2 comments

Want to distinguish yourself from a flood of other applicants without resorting to over-the-top resume techniques?...
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What's the easist way to get attention from employers?

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

You may have worked hard to create an impressive resume, demonstrating your qualifications with past job titles, achievements, special projects and...
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Is the format of my resume really that important?

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

Yes - absolutely! For those who just can't bear to look beyond the classic template built into Microsoft Word (and you know who you are), you should...
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Ask the Resume Expert: How do I tell if my resume is branded?

Tuesday, November 10th, 2009

Dear Laura, I'm an Operations Director who is seeking a new position with high-end retailers. I've read your article and taken to heart your advice on...
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What does a powerful resume have that yours doesn't?

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It seems that most people who want to improve their resume--and increase their odds of getting an interview with it--start out by investigating what...
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Help recruiters find you faster with a brand-focused LinkedIn title

What's in a name - or more accurately, what's in your LinkedIn title? Well, apparently a lot more information than merely your occupation, if you use...
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What do most executives miss adding to their resumes?

So, you've worked your way to the top... or you're planning to set the world on fire very soon. Yet, when you seek that next executive role,...
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Could your resume actually be too SHORT?

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Ages ago, hiring professionals warned job hunters to stick to a classic, single-page format or be quickly eliminated from consideration. Back then,...
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Where is your value proposition?

Applying to multiple jobs, but it seems that your resume is tossed aside without a second glance? It's possible that no one (except you) can see your...
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