The resume objective has gone the way of the dinosaur, but the resume summary has not. In fact, your resume summary is more important than ever these days.

Do you know why?

Hiring managers and recruiters review countless resumes before making hiring decisions, so they’re super busy.

Therefore, they appreciate anything you do to save them a few extra minutes. That’s where your resume summary comes in.

Your resume summary contains a snapshot version of the highlights of your resume. It tells the hiring manager in 30 seconds or less whether or not you’re a good fit for the role.

Hiring managers and recruiters LOVE resumes that contain a summary. It means they don’t need to hunt for the details.

If your resume doesn’t include a summary section and you’re looking for work, then you need to get one added… pronto.

The good news is that I’m about to give you the steps to get your resume summary section created in 15 minutes or less. So let’s get started.

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Creating SMART Goals for Your Career

You’ve probably set goals in your job, potentially even SMART goals, but have you ever considered setting SMART goals for your career?

Now before you roll your eyes and move on to more entertaining topics on social media, hear me out. 

Undoubtedly it’s a giant pain in the you-know-what to set goals for your job. You might even dread it every year (I did). Despite how you may feel about setting goals, your career can seriously benefit if you put actionable goals in place for yourself.

In this article, I’m going to tell you 6 reasons why you should start setting SMART goals for your career, plus 7 simple ways you can get started today.

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You’ve honed in your resume 5, 10, or 50 times, yet you’re still not getting the attention you deserve from corporate recruiters, which is why you need these 10 resume tips.

Want a killer resume that will slay corporate recruiters like a corporate-style Buffy the Vampire Slayer… without the actual killing?

Read on and use these 10 resume tips to slay, -er attract recruiters:

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Have you ever considered developing a personal brand to advance your career?

Though it may not be intuitive, in today’s competitive job market, it’s more important than ever to have a strong personal brand. It’s what sets you apart from the competition (other job seekers, for instance), and it makes you memorable to potential employers. 

When employers are busy interviewing a ridiculous number of candidates, you want to make sure you stand out from the crowd.

Your personal brand can be an excellent way to showcase your skills, experiences, and unique value proposition.

If you’re looking to advance your career, building a strong personal brand is essential. Here are a few tips on how you can get started:

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