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We agree that strong, specific content should always be the priority!

Hi! Love the first line! Be sure to eliminate the first person pronouns ("my" and "I") in that last sentence. It's nice to note what you're passionate about to support your career transition, but if you have any other transferable skills to add to that phrase, it would strengthen the statement!

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Hi! Hopefully our content is helpful for you! If you write a summary for your CV, feel free to post it here for a review.

We'd disagree! A summary statement is a fantastic way to give busy employers and recruiters a quick snapshot of who you are and why you're a fit for the position. We have another video on this topic, so be sure to check that out! th-cam.com/video/KeErX0vJCYI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=dSyoB2khVxFjJm7c As for the length, yes, a single page is all you'll need for entry-level roles. Less is more! 😊

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Yes, it should ideally be customized with specific strengths for each application because no two jobs are alike! In addition, whenever possible, refer to yourself as the title you are seeking in the first sentence! For example: "Sales Specialist with X years of experience" would become "Sales Representative with X years of experience" if applying for the title of "Sales Representative."

​@@redpenwench This title tip is gold. If I understand the explanation correctly, you mean it's always better to use a title close to the title in the job description even if your employer given title is different right. For example employer given title "Sales Specialist VS job description title "Sales Representative"??

Exactly right!

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Hi Stephanie! We're so glad you're finding our videos helpful! As for your key selling points, take a look at the descriptions of the jobs that you want to get a sense of the person those employers are trying to find. Then think about all the reasons why you're a fit for those roles. Remember that it's best to SHOW employers that you're capable rather than TELL employers that you're capable. Quantifiable metrics and achievements are a great way to achieve this. It's also great to elaborate on any specific projects you've worked on, teams you've served, or particular expertise that you've gained. Specifics are what make a cover letter interesting. Our next video is all about how to write engaging bullet points, so stay tuned for that one in the next week or two! 😊

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Nice job so far! Let's incorporate a stronger word than "use" in that second sentence and make it about YOUR expertise with said software. Perhaps "Leveraging expertise in Excel, Power BI, and CRM systems..." Be sure to give this a close copyedit too because there are a few typos ("detail-oriented" should be hyphenated, "under pressure" should be two words, there should be an "a" before "client-centric approach," etc.)

@@redpenwench Thank you very much for your help! I really appreciate your feedback!

You can always opt to upload your resume instead of manually inserting all of your information into the data fields!

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Hi Randy! A separate certifications section would be ideal. If you're looking to break into tech, incorporating relevant keywords and phrases into your summary and expertise sections will be crucial. Look at the descriptions of the roles you're pursuing, highlight what aspects apply to you and your experience, and then enhance your content accordingly. This video demonstrates that process if you haven't yet seen it: th-cam.com/video/dXohAh7s9Nk/w-d-xo.html Best of luck to you!

@@redpenwench thank you! I must say I’ve watched a ton of resume videos but these are by far the best ones I’ve encountered! By any chance do you do free resume evaluations?

Also, another question I have do you think it’s necessary to add the ZIP Code. I hear a lot of people saying that it helps the recruiters have an understanding as to where you’re located to give you a better chance

Thrilled to hear you're finding our videos helpful! More coming soon! 😁 While we don't provide free resume evaluations, we are offering free feedback on resume summaries if you follow the directions in this video: th-cam.com/video/KeErX0vJCYI/w-d-xo.html We do offer one-on-one job search consultations via video call. These include resume and LinkedIn feedback and guidance. You can learn more here: www.redpenwench.com/consultation/ We also have a product called The Job Seeker’s Treasure Chest that you might find helpful as you prepare for your job search. It comes with our detailed resume and cover letter writing guide, a LinkedIn optimization checklist, interview preparation materials, and a number of other resources: www.redpenwench.com/treasure As for your zip code question, we always advise including your city and state, but it certainly won't hurt to include your zip as well!

@@redpenwench sounds good to me!

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Hi! Nice job so far. Rather than a comma after your title, you may want to include "with" to improve the flow. While being a quick learner and an organized professional are certainly great attributes for a Community Manager, you may want to include details that are even more specific to the role. Take a close look at the descriptions of the jobs you're seeking and highlight the requirements and responsibilities that apply to you and your experience thus far. That's a really great way to get a sense of the assets/skills/strengths that should be included in your summary. In the meantime, here's a slightly enhanced version to work with: "Passionate Community Manager with 3+ years of experience and expertise in interdisciplinary communication, content management, and organization. A highly empathic leader, a socially skilled professional, and a quick learner leveraging a background in visual merchandising, sales, and design."

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No need to say "strong background in" since you're already referring to the items in that list as your specialties. It's also helpful to make sentences like that more active by starting with a verb: "Specializing in..." You'll also want to avoid using first person ("my") in your final sentence. No need to tell an employer what you want here. They'll assume you want the role since you're applying for it! Here's a potential revision: "Detail-oriented software professional with 10+ years of experience developing and launching software applications. A problem-solving product manager devoted to building high-quality data products. Specializing in data modeling, SQL, and data analytics."

Thanks@@redpenwench . Super helpful. I finished watching all your resume videos and working on my resume now. Ton of useful information.

So glad these have been helpful! Best of luck with your job search.☺

Nice job on this! No need to capitalize the first letters in "Data," "Insurance," and "Finance." Also, the long list at the end is at risk of losing a reader's attention. You might want to make it a little more active with something like: "Leveraging exceptional analytical acumen, communication, and time management skills to add value as both a leader and cross-functional collaborator."

@@redpenwench Hey Thanks a lot for the review, I will definitely edit it and hopefully land a job! Thanks once again.

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Sorry to hear your job search has been so frustrating. You're not alone! The process can be a difficult one even for strong applicants. Keep at it, try new strategies like these, polish your materials, seek referrals when you can, and you WILL increase your odds of success. Hang in there!

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Great question. Career transitions can sometimes confuse hiring managers, so it'd be great to use your summary section to overtly identify the skills from your Workplace Services experience that will allow you to smoothly transfer to a position in HR or Community Health. Here’s an example of a line you could add to make your intentions clear: "Transitioning to [Title of Position] role based on strong record of [transferable strengths/skills]." If you explicitly note the aspects of your career and expertise that apply to the new role you're pursuing, you'll be setting yourself up for success!

@@redpenwench I like that line - that makes a lot of sense. Thank you for the response!

Happy to help,@@nanapoku5259! 🙂

Saw another vid that said you can say “with a background in” Sorry it’s late might help someone else🙈🙈

Thanks for subscribing! We're glad you're here! We don’t yet have a video specifically for career changers, but we’ll certainly add that to our to-do list for 2024! We do have a product called The Job Seeker’s Treasure Chest that you might find helpful while crafting your resume and preparing to shift careers. It comes with our detailed resume and cover letter writing guide, a LinkedIn optimization checklist, and a number of other helpful resources: www.redpenwench.com/treasure

@@redpenwench I definitely will check it out! I need to make that switch in 2024! Does the product include some networking tips on how to reach out to people as part of the job search process?

While it's geared toward helping you create strong and specific career materials, it does have tips for how to build a professional presence and network on LinkedIn, how to express interest in a company, how to talk about yourself and your expertise in interviews, etc.@@nanapoku5259

Great job with this! You can eliminate "Seeking a full-time remote or hybrid position." They'll assume that since you're applying! It's best to get to your selling points faster. I'd make these changes to improve the flow a bit: "Enthusiastic iOS Developer with 8 years of professional experience in the IT and education sectors. Leveraging background in quality engineering, formal training in software engineering, and keen interest in UX Design to transition into iOS Development. Proficient in writing clean, maintainable, and testable code. Accustomed to collaborating with international cross-functional teams and quickly adapting to changing project requirements. Fluent in both English and French."

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This is a really nice start! I do think you could be a bit more specific. Do you have a GPA, award, honor, or extracurricular activity that you'd like to showcase in your summary as a selling point? Be sure to read the descriptions of the scholarships you're pursuing to get a sense of what they're looking for in a recipient and make sure your summary reflects that. We're rooting for you!

Great question. Career transitions can sometimes confuse hiring managers, so it'd be great to use your summary section to overtly identify the skills from your hospitality career that will allow you to smoothly transfer to a position in the corporate arena. Here’s an example of a line you could add to make your intentions clear: "Transitioning to [Title of Position] role based on strong record of [transferable strengths/skills]." If you explicitly note the aspects of your career and expertise that apply to the new role you're pursuing, you'll be setting yourself up for success!

​@@redpenwench I like the structure for a career change summary. So based on your suggestion, is it going to read something like this?: " Hospitality Associate with 10+ years experience transitioning to [Title of position] role based on strong record of [transferrable strengths/skills]

Just add an "of" between "years" and "experience" and this will be great,@@nanapoku5259!​

@@redpenwench Got it!

Please make more videos like this explaining the difference between vague and specific information on a resume. This is where I struggle the most on a resume . Trying to sell myself, coming with impactful statements and quantifying results. Excellent video and TH-cam content by the way...

Totally get that. It does take some effort. But LinkedIn can be a valuable and effective tool for lots of professionals, especially job seekers. If you ever want help improving your profile, get in touch. It's what we do. 😌🏴‍☠️

It's okay to address the elephant in the room! On LinkedIn, there's now a way to add a career break to your Experience section, and you can do something similar on your resume. You don't need to give it a ton of space and attention, but it's wise to note what's been demanding your time so employers don't make false assumptions about the career gap. It sounds like your internship is something that should definitely be emphasized, as well as any other relevant or transferable experience you might have. It's tough to give you more specific job search tips without knowing more, but if you're ever looking for a consultation, feel free to visit our website: redpenwench.com/consultation/ You can also check out our video on some new LinkedIn tools that may be helpful as you dive back into the job market: th-cam.com/video/9fGzMxqJ4uA/w-d-xo.html

@@redpenwench Thanks a Ton 😊