3 Cringeworthy Resume Mistakes

One of the strangest parts about being a writer is the reaction that people give off. The first is a mix between “really? why?” or “so, how do you make money?”, and my favorite—a simple but non-confrontational “that’s cool.” The second is “can you take a look at my resume?” Normally, for those who skip the former and go to the latter, I am happy to do that. I’ve looked at quite a few friends, family, and coworker’s resumes. And like clockwork, I can spot exactly what is wrong with them and why they aren’t getting noticed.

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The ‘New Job in a Month’ Challenge

You can get a new job in a month. Is that a bold claim backed by little to no research? Undoubtedly. But, I’ve watched this work a few times. I’ve watched as family, friends, and former colleagues hit the point of no return and decided to explore what was outside of their bubble. And I know for a fact that it can work for you—mainly because recently, it worked for me.

If you’re feeling stuck, then this post is for you.

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