{"product_id":"the-resume-makeover-50-common-problems-with-resumes-and-cover-letters-and-how-to-fix-them-paperback","title":"The Resume Makeover: 50 Common Problems with Resumes and Cover Letters--And How to Fix Them - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJohn Marcus\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClear, quick, effective solutions to the 50 most common resume problems\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"No matter how much you think you know about writing resumes, you'll learn something new. I'd recommend this book to anyone conducting or anticipating a job search.\"--Laura Lorber, Managing Editor, CareerJournal.com\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this solution-oriented guide, bestselling careers author John J. Marcus zeros in on the 50 most common resume writing problems and offers easy-to-perform fixes for each.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong other crucial lessons, readers learn how to identify and deal effectively with job history problems, skill-set deficiencies, poor visual presentation, and formatting problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA compelling feature that distinguishes \u003ci\u003eThe Resume Makeover \u003c\/i\u003efrom all the competition is its unique quick-reference, \"Before \u0026amp; After\" format. Each chapter focuses on one common problem and offers a proven solution, along with before-and-after documents illustrating how a few simple changes can significantly improve a resume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn addition, readers learn: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to write a resume in half the usual time \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies for changing careers or reentering the workforce \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey words and phrases to include \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to write high-impact cover letters \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe five areas in which all recruiters and employers grade resumes, and how to ace each one \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to make yourself look much better \"on paper\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile the right resume and cover letter are crucial to getting the kind of job you want, the wrong resume and cover letter will definitely \u003ci\u003ekeep\u003c\/i\u003e you from your dream job. \u003ci\u003eThe Resume Makeover's\u003c\/i\u003e unique problem-solving approach helps you zero in on the critical aspects of these essential job-hunting tools, turning your resume weaknesses into resume strengths.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRenowned career coach and resume writer John Marcus identifies 50 common resume problems and shows you how to solve each one. You'll learn how to overcome such problems as gaps in your employment history, frequent job hopping, and deficiencies in your skill set. You'll also discover how to maximize your resume's visual impact and describe your work experience in crisp, powerful language. Marcus shows you how to: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake employers \u003ci\u003ewant\u003c\/i\u003e to read your resume \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose attention-grabbing key words and phrases \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeal with sensitive issues such as age, having been fired, and embarrassing former jobs \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresent yourself as a valuable asset to employers \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a clear and attractive visual presentation \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft high-impact cover letters that instantly hook employers and recruiters \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eComplete with stunning before-and-after examples that demonstrate the tremendous value of a few simple changes, \u003ci\u003eThe\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eResume Makeover\u003c\/i\u003e is your key to removing employment roadblocks and filling your calendar with interview appointments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJohn J. Marcus \u003c\/b\u003econsults to many Fortune 500 executives and, recently, a United States ambassador. He has written two career books, including \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Job Interview Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e, plus many articles for the \u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e's career website and former career newspaper, \u003ci\u003eNational Business Employment Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.43 x 10.91 x 8.53 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 13, 2003\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43367108411527,"sku":"9780071410571","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/UkCWkog98W9780071410571.webp?v=1761263405","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/the-resume-makeover-50-common-problems-with-resumes-and-cover-letters-and-how-to-fix-them-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}