One way to help shape your online presence and make it easier for recruiters to find you is by having a web version of your resume - essentially a simple web page that just consists of your resume but would easily emerge if someone googles your name or career field.
However, this really should only serve for nonconfidential job searches. It could jeopardize your existing job if the search was conducted by your employer. An alternative to this is to give your resume an online presence through VisualCV.com, a free resource that also also allows you to electronically attach references, work samples, etc., as well as to hyperlink to employer, education, and other websites you may want to especially highlight in your background. One of the best things about this site is that it allows you to totally control the level of Internet visibility. You can give wide access to the Internet or keep it private to share with only those employers you are targeting.
Aberlene Resume & Career Services LLC is familiar with and can create web resumes and VisualCVs if you are looking for assistance. Its resume writer was one of the first five world-wide certified to create VisualCVs. Check out our services at http://www.aberleneresume.com/.
Monday, September 27, 2010
Monday, September 6, 2010
Leveraging References for Maximum Impact
In competitive fields, a hiring decision can depend upon what a candidate’s references have to say. When other critical factors, such as experience and education equal out among two or more candidates, the credibility and faith expressed through qualified references become very important. So it is necessary that you wisely choose your references and that you prepare them to help put you in the best light possible.
First, only choose references who can speak articulately and will sing your praises highly.
Always ask their permission and be sure to keep them informed of jobs for which you’re being considered. Fill them in on the essential qualifications so they can give some thought as to what they could say.
Create a “References” document. For a more professional look, copy and paste your résumé contact heading at the top. Create two columns. Under the first column, list three to five professional references. Provide as much professional contact information as possible. This way if an employer cannot reach them by phone, perhaps email will work better. Under the second column, succinctly describe the nature of the relationship, such as “Supervised my work for seven years at XYZ Company.” This is especially helpful for any reference relationship for which employment and other circumstances have changed over time.
Only provide references when requested. But as with anything in your job search, be prepared. Bring your list into interviews. Keep it in your portfolio just in case you’re asked for it.
Finally, remember to thank anyone who has provided a reference for you. They have taken the time to help you out, something for which gratitude should always be expressed. As we all know, the courtesy associated with showing appreciation keeps relationships strong and reciprocal.
First, only choose references who can speak articulately and will sing your praises highly.
Always ask their permission and be sure to keep them informed of jobs for which you’re being considered. Fill them in on the essential qualifications so they can give some thought as to what they could say.
Create a “References” document. For a more professional look, copy and paste your résumé contact heading at the top. Create two columns. Under the first column, list three to five professional references. Provide as much professional contact information as possible. This way if an employer cannot reach them by phone, perhaps email will work better. Under the second column, succinctly describe the nature of the relationship, such as “Supervised my work for seven years at XYZ Company.” This is especially helpful for any reference relationship for which employment and other circumstances have changed over time.
Only provide references when requested. But as with anything in your job search, be prepared. Bring your list into interviews. Keep it in your portfolio just in case you’re asked for it.
Finally, remember to thank anyone who has provided a reference for you. They have taken the time to help you out, something for which gratitude should always be expressed. As we all know, the courtesy associated with showing appreciation keeps relationships strong and reciprocal.
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