Resumes For Dummies (US Edition) Book

Is your job search stalling out after you submit a resume but before you're offered an interview? With reinvented recruiting technology, unmanageable millions of resumes choking employer databases, and government mandates in the name of diversity, a gigantic change has occurred in the recruiting world over the past several years—and it demands a fresh look at how you write and market your resumes.Whether you're entering the job market for the first time, changing jobs, or changing careers, Resumes for Dummies, 5th Edition will show you the ropes and rules for a new era in recruiting and job finding. With 85% new content added since the previous edition, this up-to-date guide gives you the very latest strategies on how to create, and more importantly, distribute your resume in today's new job search environment. You'll learn:Why most generic online resumes failHow to customize resumes for each job openingNew quick ways to find the right jobsHow to use meta search engines to your advantageWhy both digital and print versions of resumes are still neededHow to use resumes interactivelyThe resume basics that still knock 'em deadHow to create resumes for your life's changing phasesWhat to do after you send them your resumeWith a wealth of sample resumes—organized by industry and career field, experience level and age, and special circumstances—along with tips on choosing professional resume help and other valuable resources, Resumes for Dummies, 5th Edition will help you get noticed in a universe saturated with billions of resumes and more on the way.Read More