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Lisa Dubino
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Using buzzwords and fluff
One goal for your resume is to tell your work story as authentically and genuinely as possible in one page. Don’t pad it with unnecessary...


Lisa Dubino
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What’s the most common resume mistake?
Format: check. Typos: check. Highlighting duties instead of accomplishments: Fail. Do better than the basic job description. Go from “all...


Lisa Dubino
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What is ATS software?
It’s man versus machine when it comes to Applicant Tracking System (ATS) software. This is a program that searches your resume for...


Lisa Dubino
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You either make money or save money
The bottom line is all that matters. Even with your impressive skills, big name companies, and expensive college degree where you...


Lisa Dubino
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Icons, Symbols, and Abbreviations in Your Resume
Yes, it’s okay to use icons, symbols, and abbreviations in your resume. But, use them carefully and strategically: Icons are, well, fun...


Lisa Dubino
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How Much Time Does a Recruiter Spend Reading Your Resume?
How much time does a recruiter spend? What's your guess: Recruiters read the whole thing - They don’t want to miss any detail and want to...


Lisa Dubino
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Update, then upload
After you change-up your resume, even with little tweaks, the next step is to update it online. This includes: LinkedIn Glassdoor Indeed...


Lisa Dubino
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Use a clear profile on your resume
Don’t make the reader work for it. Keep your profile concise. Say WHAT you are, WHO you help, HOW you make their life/work better, and...


Lisa Dubino
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What’s your value proposition?
A value proposition is a business term that tells prospects why they should do business with one company versus the competition, and...


Lisa Dubino
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Brag book - what’s in yours?
What’s a brag book? Literally, a portfolio of documents such as letters of reference, ranking reports, and training certificates that...