Career Search Fast Lane

Visit Our New & Improved Career Blog!

2005-12-05T17:29:00.000-05:00

Hello,You have somehow found your way to this old, no longer maintained blog of mine. That's the bad news. The good news is... I am now publishing this blog right on my resume site, so you can not only view the latest career search news, but also easily access all of my FREE information on resumes, cover letters, interviews, and other aspects of the job hunt.Here's the address for the new blog:

Our Latest Resume Power Tips Newsletter Available Online

2005-06-06T12:09:00.000-04:00

"Success means having the courage, the determination, and the will to become the person you believe you were meant to be."... George SheehanResume Power Tips is the monthly eZine for members of the mailing list for http://www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com. This eZine is free just for subscribing to the mailing list. If you'd like to join our FREE mailing list & subscribe to Resume Power Tips

Can You Learn While You Sleep?

2005-05-06T16:14:00.000-04:00

Yes! There's an exciting new manuscript I just discovered in the public domain called Learn While You Sleep. Here's the press release:Exciting Manuscript Aboutthe Power of Sleep-Learning Now Available OnlinePhiladelphia, PA; Monday, 5/9/05 -- Ever wanted to learn a new language? Or maybe break a bad habit such as nail biting or smoking? Did you know it might be easier to dothese things while

Just How DO You Write a Resume for a Career Change?

2005-03-06T13:48:00.000-05:00

Recently 2 of my readers posed similar questions...How should I start writing my resume? The job that I am looking for is Interior Designing, which I have no specific background in here.I'm changing career from biochemistry to banking. How do i write a resume?The answer to both is "very carefully..." :-)Seriously, though, you do have to take a slightly different, non-traditional approach with

February Issue of Resume Power Tips Now Online

2005-02-25T11:53:00.000-05:00

Resume Power Tips is the monthly eZine for members of the mailing list for http://www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com. This eZine is free just for subscribing to the mailing list. If you'd like to join our FREE mailing list & subscribe to Resume Power Tips, visit this page:http://www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com/signup(There's a free gift for subscribing, but you'll have to visit the

Job Seeker SPECIAL REPORT: Resume Help & Cover Letter Tips That Job Seekers Need to Know...

2005-02-23T14:28:00.000-05:00

Hi there, I've put together a job seeker special report for my loyal blog readers. As you know,

What's Cute, Quick, and Helps you Land Your Dream Job?

2005-02-10T10:36:00.000-05:00

Answer: My special gift to you! (Hint: It's got some great cover letter tips!) Dear Job Hunter, For a limited time, my friend Jimmy Sweeney is allowing me to give away the instant-download, (ebook version) of his newest book to my customers and subscribers as a special gift. And that means YOU! It's called, "Top 10 Secrets of the World's GreatestCover Letter... Attract Job Interviews Like a

Question: How Do I Deal With a 6-Year Gap While I Raised My Kids?

2005-02-03T13:49:00.000-05:00

Here is our latest question from one of your readers... Question: I am not actively looking for a job, but would like to have my resume ready in case I would need it in the future.For the last six years, I have been a stay at home mom. I have a BA, and work experience from the past. What do I say that I have been doing for the last six years? Thanks... Ashley Answer: It's important not to

Dream of Quitting the Rat Race Altogether?

2005-01-26T13:10:00.000-05:00

My site, www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com is all about how to write a resume and get the job. But, have you ever dreamed about not having to go back to work in a traditional job? I'm here to tell you that it's possible! I did it myself. To be honest, I did launch a freelance writing career first, which has been quite successful, but I also started dabbling in being a Web entrepreneur. I'm

January Issue of Resume Power Tips Now Online

2005-01-20T16:52:00.000-05:00

Resume Power Tips is the monthly eZine for members of the mailing list for http://www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com. This eZine is free just for subscribing to the mailing list. If you'd like to join our FREE mailing list & subscribe to Resume Power Tips, visit this page: http://www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com/resume-newsletter.html (There's a free gift for subscribing, but you'll

Question About Submitting a Cover Letter with a Resume Online

2005-01-06T17:56:00.000-05:00

I recently received a question from one of our readers: How to send both the resume and coverlettersimultaneously while making online resume posting to different companies? The procedure will vary depending on which online service you are using, but many will allow you to cut & paste in a cover letter within their form. Or, you may be able to submit via an email. In this case, your email

New Survey Posted on Site

2004-12-14T19:42:00.000-05:00

Hi there, I've posted a new surevey on my site: http://www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com/resume-survey.html And I've also updated the page about starting a freelance career or your own home internet business: http://www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com/freelance-career.html Plus, this new article: http://www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com/start-a-freelance-career.html Enjoy!

Self-Employment Up for Women, Latinos, & Blacks

2004-12-08T17:50:00.000-05:00

According to an article published in Inc. magazine this week, "Between 1979 and 2003 the number of self-employed women, blacks and Latinos has risen sharply, according to a report released on Dec. 2 by the Office of Advocacy of the U.S. Small Business Administration. Overall, a 5% increase in self-employment rates occurred across ethnic groups and gender. The study revealed that the rate of

Have You Failed on the Internet?

2004-11-30T20:03:00.000-05:00

Hi... If you've ever tried to create your own home internet business... and failed, then you need to attend an exciting webcast that airs next Tuesday, Dec. 7th, from the folks at Nitro. It's all about the Nitro Incubator program that I belong to and that has helped me find success--for the first time--on the Internet. To learn more visit this page on my site: http://

Struggling With Your Resume?

2004-11-16T19:10:00.000-05:00

I've been getting a lot of questions lately from readers about all sorts of problems that they are having with writing their resumes and cover letters. With this in mind, I've just started a FAQ page to answer the most asked questions, and you can contribute. If you have a question you'd like to ask me about resumes or anything else to do with job hunting, please visit our Resume Questions page.

Exploring the Idea of Self Employment

2004-11-10T19:10:00.000-05:00

More and more people these days are seriously considering--or have already jumped into--self-employment. Even the relatively inexperienced 20-somethings are doing it according to a recent article in the Mercury News, out of Chicago. (Read the article here) According to this article, the desire for freedom, coupled with an unstable job market, is encouraging more and more people to look at going

Have You Ever Considered Freelancing?

2004-10-23T14:36:00.000-04:00

Hello, I added a page about taking a career in a new direction after being downsized or going through a career crisis of some type. Look for an expansion on this topic in the near future. http://www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com/freelance-career.html I've also added a number of new resources to the Resource Directory here: http://www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com/

Thoughts & Ramblings 10/4/04

2004-10-04T19:27:00.000-04:00

Hi there... Another work week begins. I've added a site map to the http://www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com website, as well as a search function, thanks to the wonders of Google. Also, here's some good news from Business Week: Consumer spending appears to have improved in the third quarter of the year.A pickup in job growth is anticipated once again. Salaries are rising.Hurricanes had some

New Content Added to Powerful-Sample-Resume-Formats.com

2004-09-24T18:40:00.000-04:00

Hey folks, I've added a number of new resources to the Resource Directory and a couple new articles to the Articles Library at http://www.powerful-sample-resume-formats.com, so feel free to check them out. Also, coming soon... I'm developing an easy-to-use software tool that will basically write your cover letter for you. And if you know anything about getting a job, you know that

Welcome to Our Blog!

2004-09-20T13:57:00.000-04:00

Hello, Welcome to the inaugural issue of the Career-Blog at the Your-Career-Advisor family of websites, designed specifically for the job searcher or career-changer. I'll try to post here fairly regularly with tips, advice & news from the world of job hunting. Please check in regularly! Kathi

Tips for Choosing a Resume Writing Professional

2004-09-20T13:06:00.000-04:00

Lots of people these days call themselves resume writers. That doesn't mean they know a thing about how to write an effective resume. So you'll want to use caution if you decide to use a resume writer to produce your next resume. Here are some tips: Choose someone who is an expert on writing resumes, NOT graphic design and NOT just an HR professional. Ask for real evidence of real results