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Alexandra In my last several posts I have been discussing resume tips from hiring managers. How does a seasoned professional (perhaps 40-60 years of age) craft a resume that stands out from the pack, reflecting their experience, energy and attributes to best advantage?
Here is the third tip:
Tip 3: Ensure
Countless applicants – young and older alike – offer resumes that are best categorized as tired, lifeless, or boring, says Allison & Taylor Reference Checking. An uninspired resume is a sure showstopper in the eyes of corporate reviewers,
It’s no secret that a mature candidate’s years of job experience can often be undervalued by prospective employers looking for “youth and enthusiasm” (and perhaps the lower wage scale that often accompanies it).
For an older job seeker, this dilemma can be exacerbated by an ineffective
So, maybe the way you left your last job wasn’t ideal. Perhaps there were some personality, attendance, or performance issues. You think: Don’t sweat it – your employer has a pre-established corporate reference policy. They will only provide your position title and dates of
Many job seekers believe that their former employer can only confirm their employment dates, job title, and maybe their salary. That may be the the company’s policy but that is not always the case. A reference check is a private conversation between two people, your past employer and a prospective
When you are searching for a job, that last thing you want to do is worry about your references. Allison and Taylor, Inc.’s professional reference checking services can help you feel more comfortable about what your references will say to a potential employer.
Here is what one satisfied customer
In my last several posts I have been discussing employer background checks. In this last post on this topic I will talk about what you can do to prepare for a background check.
The best way to prepare for a background check is to be proactively aware of any potentially damaging information that an
In the last several post I have been discussing what a potential employer might be looking for when conducting a professional background check. There is information that cannot be disclosed in a background check. An example is school records, which are confidential and cannot be released
What’s included in an employee background check? The Fair Credit Reporting Act sets the standards for screening for employment. At a minimum, a background check will verify your social security number. However, employers are generally seeking additional data on employment history, educational
In my last post I discussed that a potential employer may do a background check on you. What “must know” information do you need to ensure your background check is an employment tool and not a hindrance?
First, you should be aware that a prospective employer must gain your written permission in
Almost all of us can relate to the experience – when filling out a job application you are asked to sign a consent form, authorizing a prospective employer to conduct a background check on you.
Your life – including credit history, credit scores, driving record, etc. – has become