Is your story making or breaking you?

Career Promotion, Inspirational: Life & Career, Personal Marketing & Branding, Resume Strategies Aug 27, 2011 No Comments

Telling your storyEveryone has a story to tell. It’s the way you tell it that counts.

Your story makes a difference to everything you do in your life. Whether that story is for clinching a new business deal, for securing a new job, or to negotiate something which is important in your life. Whatever the circumstance, your story has the power to impact your life, and others’ lives, in untold ways – but only if you tell it the right way. Read more »

Gaining A Salary Increase or Career Promotion

Interview Strategies, Personal Marketing & Branding, The Job Hunt Sep 04, 2010 No Comments

Have you been in the same position for awhile? Feel it’s time to boost your salary and / or career prospects? Ever been overlooked for a salary increase / promotion?

A resume and cover letter is a great tool in your job hunting toolbox, but there are times when you need to go outside of the box and market yourself in a totally different light. Read more »

Are You A Solution To A Company’s Problem?

Personal Marketing & Branding, Resume Strategies Sep 04, 2010 No Comments

Let’s face it, every workplace has their problems, and every boss wants a solution to that problem.

As an active job seeker you are in a position to market yourself as a solution to that company’s problem(s) by demonstrating you are results-oriented as opposed to task-oriented. Read more »

Creating Your USP (Unique Selling Proposition)

Personal Marketing & Branding Sep 04, 2010 No Comments

Ok, you’re not in business so you think a Unique Selling Proposition (USP) doesn’t apply? When applying for a role, your qualities can be likened to a USP; your strengths and capabilities ARE your selling point and something you can use to your advantage if you know how. Read more »

Why You Need A Resume

Resume Writer Sep 04, 2010 No Comments

9 out of 10 Job Applicants Do Not Market Themselves Correctly or Provide An Application In-line With An Employer’s Requirements. This Results In A Lack Of Interview Success and Ultimately, Job Offers. Read more »

How To Market Yourself When You’re Looking For A Job

The Job Hunt Sep 04, 2010 No Comments

Looking for a job – a tough feat in any field – can be even harder when the economy is down. Good marketing can set you apart from other candidates if you know how to properly promote yourself. Read more »

10 Resume Tips for Sales Professionals

Personal Marketing & Branding, Resume Strategies Sep 03, 2010 No Comments

Today, I’m going to share with you 10 of my best tips to position yourself as a sales guru.


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Career Snapshot

Resume Strategies Sep 03, 2010 No Comments

A career snapshot immediately informs the hiring manager of your capabilities and gives an idea of your natural career progression.  Ideally, this section should be listed on the first page of your resume. Read more »

Professional Attributes In A Resume

Personal Marketing & Branding, Resume Strategies Sep 03, 2010 No Comments

This section in your resume should demonstrate your core intangible strengths – i.e. your personal attributes.

You’ve most probably noticed that most advertisements ask for certain attributes of the applicant.  This may be fantastic communication skills, great analytical abilities, or strong strategic skills. Read more »

Resume Profile

Personal Marketing & Branding, Resume Strategies Sep 03, 2010 No Comments

99% of recruiters rate a Resume Profile as a MUST.  However, this powerful section of your resume needs to contain the right mix of information. Written incorrectly, it can blow your chances of gaining an interview. Read more »