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September is International Update Your Resume Month!
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When was the last time you polished up your resume--long BEFORE either a great opportunity tried to find you, or misfortune struck and you faced a layoff?
This September marks the 9th annual International Update Your Resume Month, officially proclaimed by members of Career Directors International (CDI), a global careers association that promotes excellence in service and connects recruiters, resume writers, career coaches, HR professionals, and career services specialists throughout the world.
During the entire month, CDI members will dedicate their efforts to boosting industry awareness and encouraging the public to update their own resumes.
As a proud member of CDI, I highly recommend keeping your credentials current so that you'll be ready when opportunity strikes.
Being prepared with a compelling resume is of immeasurable value--especially if you receive an "out-of-the-blue" call from a recruiter with a hot job to fill, or if you're suddenly notified that your employer is downsizing.
To do your resume justice, you'll have to undertake a serious effort to assess and promote your own strengths. Many people try to write a resume at the last minute--which can be the worst time to prepare a document that needs to be a letter-perfect marketing piece representing your true value proposition.
In short, a well-crafted resume is not just a piece of paper, but represents an entire strategy that can either make or break your career advancement.
So, get in gear by browsing through the many resume tips you'll find on Examiner.com, through CDI, and elsewhere.
Don't forget that CDI and other career associations offer a wealth of tips, tools, and resume professionals that can assist you in crafting a masterpiece, interview-winning document.
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