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Resurrect Your Resume During COVID-19

As professional resume writers, we've been lucky to stay busy during COVID-19, but this is not the case for millions of people. With more and more people filing unemployment each week, 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 6 seconds to grab the attention of the employer. 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 cannot currently interview people in person due to social distancing guidelines, 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 [...]

Returning to Work During COVID-19

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 [...]