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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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Ready for a 2010 job hunt--or stuck in 1999?

Wednesday, December 30th, 2009

With 2010 nearly upon us, professionals everywhere are gearing up for the job hunt, with the usual energy that accompanies a January job search....
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Ask the Resume Expert: How do I tell if my resume is branded?

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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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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Resume myths you can retire: the one-page 'rule'

Not a day goes by when my Inbox doesn't contain a resume written by a skilled professional with many years of experience--and who is apparently...
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Ask the Resume Expert: How far back should I go in my work history?

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Frustrated with the response to your resume? Want to gain the attention of employers faster--and with a higher success rate? Email specific questions...
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Get employers' attention by adding your personal brand to your resume

You may have heard all the buzz around personal branding and how it can make you stand out among other professionals. While branding may seem like a...
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How failing to leverage a unique niche hurts your job search--without you knowing it

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You already know that that job hunt is tough... but many professionals are still winning interviews and landing jobs, even without an intense Internet...
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References on your resume? Not so fast

If you aren't yet familiar with what career experts call Job Search 2.0, there's a whole world of innovation out...
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5 advantages to sending a cover letter with each resume

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One of the questions I hear most often from candidates is - Why should I include a cover letter? If you're facing the masses in the job market right...
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