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Resurrect Your Resume

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As professional resume writers, we’re lucky to stay busy during many trying times, but this is not the case for millions.  When economic climates indicate that more and more people may be filing for unemployment, many wonder how they can stand out among a sea of job applicants. It’s time to resurrect your resume. 

The Future of Resumes

We all know that a resume has just 7 seconds to grab the employer’s attention. But in today’s chaotic world, that could be even less due to shorter attention spans. One trend we’re seeing is employers asking applicants to submit video resumes. HR professionals are still not interviewing people in person initially, but they still want to get a feel for someone’s character and mannerisms to see if they would be a good fit for their team. A video can work as a personal cover letter to show an employer why you are a good fit.

Be PreparedRessurect your resume before you need it. HEARTLAND RESUMES, OMAHA, NE 402-215-8283

If you are still working now, be prepared for tomorrow. Most people wait until they are forced into a job search situation to update their resume. If working from home, use the time you are saving commuting to the office to overhaul your resume or engage a professional resume writer’s service. As recent years have shown, we should all be prepared for anything.

Whether you are experiencing a layoff, furlough, or salary reduction or want to be prepared for what lies ahead, now is the time to adapt your resume. As professional resume writers, we help you identify the points in your career or employment gap that should be spotlighted in your resume. Remember, a potential employer doesn’t want to know your entire employment history, so it’s sometimes necessary to disassociate yourself from things you think were important in your career. It’s better to align your resume with the job posting or type you are searching for. 

Industry Lay-offs should trigger a Strategy.

A job search during a lean economic time or when an industry is experiencing many layoffs takes patience, perseverance, and a solid strategy. For more information on how we can help you, please contact us using the form.

This article has been recently updated.  

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Returning to Work During COVID-19

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With businesses gearing up to reopen, employers are figuring out how to navigate through this uncertain time and create a new normal for all their employees. You might be feeling excited to be getting back to work or to apply for a new job in one of the high demand industries, it’s essential to be prepared to experience some changes. 

  • Most employers are asking employees to do a temperature check before coming into the building to work. Employees are advised to stay home if they feel any hint of illness.
  • Many businesses will have restrictions on the number of patrons allowed in the building at a time, requiring masks, and asking people to maintain a safe distance of 6 feet from each other.
  • Offices may install plexiglass shields between desks, especially if the workspace is traditionally open.
  • There will possibly be fewer in-person meetings and limits to the number of employees allowed in a meeting room at a time.
  • Employees will be asked to wash their hands regularly, and gloves may be provided.
  • Cleanliness in your place of work will be a top priority, and employees may be asked to disinfect work areas thoroughly.
  • Some places of business will ask people to walk or sit in the same direction, so they are not directly facing each other.
  • Employers may ask employees to use the stairs instead of the elevator if able.
  • Some employees may come back to work in shifts so that buildings are not overcrowded, and people can maintain a safe distance.
  • Employees could be advised to enter and exit the buildings through different doors and space out times so that people can move to their workstations safely.

It’s essential to be adaptable and ready to take all necessary safety precautions when returning to work. Make sure to ask your employer what specific measures you will need to consider when you return to work and don’t be afraid to ask for necessary sanitation supplies.

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