Career Flip, LLC

03/18/2024

Tips for Crafting Your Resume and Post-Interview Follow-Up:

I wanted to share some updated guidance on preparing your resume and follow-up after an interview, as practices have evolved.

1. Length of Your Resume: It's a common misconception that resumes should be limited to one page. The key is relevance. Feel free to extend your resume beyond a page if necessary, but ensure everything included is pertinent to the job you're applying for. Employers prefer detailed resumes over brief ones, provided they don't contain unnecessary information.

2. Tailor Your Application: Your resume and cover letter should be customized for each job you apply to. Using a one-size-fits-all resume can make it seem like you're not specifically interested in the role, potentially putting you at a disadvantage. Take the time to align your application with the job description to highlight why you're the perfect fit.

3. Follow-Up After the Interview: Sending a thank-you note within 24 hours of your interview is crucial. It's not just about showing appreciation; it's an opportunity to remind the interviewers of your qualifications and restate your interest in the position. Include specific references to conversations from the interview to personalize your message further.

These steps can significantly impact your job application process, making you stand out as a thoughtful and dedicated candidate.

12/25/2018

Get a jump on your 2019 job search.

08/10/2018

That's when it's time to find another job, lol!

06/06/2017

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One way to show your expertise is to tell a relevant story.

If the interviewer mentions they're looking for someone who can explain complex information in a simplistic way, that's your opportunity to tell a short, but relevant story about how you once took a very complex subject and simplified it for a customer or client.

04/18/2017

Here are five important tips to Interviewing.

1. Get a copy of the job description and learn it inside and out.

2. Make sure you know your resume inside and out.

3. Make sure you've done your homework on the company you're interviewing with.

4. Make sure you know and can explain, how hiring you, will make the company better.

5. Make sure you send a personalized thank you email or letter within 24 hours of the interview.

03/30/2017

: Before you job hunt - restrict or shutdown your Social Media accounts...
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'...hiring managers using social media to investigate job candidates has grown...'
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'60 percent of employers now turn to social networks to research job applicants, up from 52 percent last year and just 11 percent in 2006.'
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http://www.businessnewsdaily.com/2377-social-media-hiring.html

The number of hiring managers using social media to research job candidates has increased by 500 percent over the past decade.

03/23/2017

// I was offered the position. Didn't even have to in-person interview. Resume was said to be "solid and impressive" // ~Recent Resume and Cover Letter

01/12/2017

...and THAT ladies and gentlemen, is how to separate yourself from the pack! Haaaaaaaaaaaaa.

12/19/2016

Shout out to a friend of ours who just recently made a dream come true!

We all need a break from our precious children every now and then, so if you live in the area reach out to her!

Donna Pollard

12/15/2016

"With a bill signed into law, operators of the Quad Cities Nuclear Generating Station are already looking ahead to future projects that includes hiring more workers. According to a news release, Exelon says now that the Future Energy Jobs Bill has been signed into law, the company will be hiring 400 for capital projects at the Quad Cities and Clinton, Ill. nuclear plants."

The company will be hiring 400 for capital projects at the Quad Cities and Clinton, Ill. nuclear plants.

11/21/2016

We're excited to share some good news! We've recently been given the "Certified Professional Resume Writer" designation by The Professional Association of Resume Writers & Career Coaches.

Our information can be found on the PARW/CC website.

http://www.parw.com/index.html

Job seekers - find a career professional. Resume writers and career coaches are welcome to join for training and certifications.

11/19/2016

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is looking! Contact us today for a FREE resume review!

Recruiters will be holding a testing session at the Cuyahoga Community College Metro Campus on Dec. 1.