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Initra Williams ⋅ Newberry, SC U.S. Army National Guard, Sergeant ⋅ 9 years served

How can I make my military experience and education look more competitive when compared to civiliand who have years of work experience that I do not possess

I have military experience and education as well as volunteer experience but that has not helped in my job search as my experience doesn't compare...

3 years ago Resumes & Cover Letters 11 answers

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Charleen Burton ⋅ Aurora, CO U.S. Army, Sergeant First Class ⋅ 22 years served

How do I improve the top 1/3 of my resume to draw in the reader?

I am following the advice that networking is key and as I am trying to do that, I am working on my resume. I have...

3 years ago Resumes & Cover Letters 8 answers

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Heather Newcomb ⋅ Aurora, CO U.S. Air Force, Lieutenant Colonel ⋅ 19 years served

Getting noticed in the civilian market

I am finding it difficult to get my resume noticed in the civilian market despite having it re-worked by a member of Hire Heroes. I...

3 years ago Resumes & Cover Letters 14 answers

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Melissa Lesbirel ⋅ Hudson, MA U.S. Army Reserve, Specialist ⋅ 6 years served

When applying, how to you address cover letters when you do not have a person to address the letter to and you are applying through a website?

I am a lawyer and some of the jobs I apply to are directly through the company website or a third party like LinkedIn with...

3 years ago Resumes & Cover Letters 4 answers

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Ameya Kulkarni ⋅ Pittsburgh, PA U.S. Army Reserve, Specialist ⋅ 3 years served

Recently I completed an IT contract assignment and I am having a very tough time finding another assignment

I recently completed an IT contract with a Fortune 100 company, but I am having a vew tough time finding a new assignment. I would appreciate...

3 years ago Resumes & Cover Letters 4 answers

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Rauf Safarov ⋅ Fayetteville, NC U.S. Army, Sergeant ⋅ 4 years served

How to build up good resumes?

i have served 4 years in the US Army. now I am trying to transition. First of all my English is not a fluent, that is...

3 years ago Resumes & Cover Letters 19 answers

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daniel fraser ⋅ Concord, NC U.S. Navy, Petty Officer Second Class ⋅ 6 years served

How do I tell my story and showcase what I can bring to the table?

Working on updating my resume as one of the many things I need to begin venturing out and looking for new opportunity. While I can...

3 years ago Resumes & Cover Letters 18 answers

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Ashley Vetek ⋅ Altus, OK U.S. Air Force, Major ⋅ 11 years served

Resume review

Good morning AdvisorNet! I am new to the site and so excited to see all of the wonderful engagement. I am transitioning out of the...

3 years ago Resumes & Cover Letters 5 answers

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Christopher Bailey ⋅ Cibolo, TX U.S. Air Force, Chief Master Sergeant ⋅ 26 years served

Are cover letters important/recommended when applying for positions?

Most employer websites say optional but curious if not submitting a cover letter has an impact on your potential for hire? Additionally, how do you...

3 years ago Resumes & Cover Letters 5 answers

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DF Jackson ⋅ Washington, DC U.S. Air Force, Senior Airman ⋅ 4 years served

Seeking advice from a Contracts Director/Manager

I am seeking advice from a Contracts Director/Manager to review my resume for structure and better wording for Contracts positions. (Please ONLY Contracts Directors...

3 years ago Resumes & Cover Letters 1 answer

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