Lying by omission on a resume

Lying by omission on a resume

This is a problem for resume writers as we don’t always know if the client is avoiding telling all the information. We have to go on trust. One resume writer in Melbourne told an Adelaide client that he’s a local (he’s tricking Google Maps). She then came to us. He...
Avoid the retirement void and follow one’s interests

Avoid the retirement void and follow one’s interests

When I started Republic Resumes in Adelaide about 10 per cent of my clients were retirees wanting to work part time or casually. I focused on their interests and targeted their resumes to new careers. Jennie Deneefe didn’t know what to expect when, at 63, she...
Achievements beat duties on a resume

Achievements beat duties on a resume

As an Adelaide resume writer I get this question a lot. Why focus on achievements and good results in a resume and cover letter? The reasons are simple. A person who wants to hire a car mechanic, knows what a car mechanic does. An architectural firm seeking a new...
Deadline breakers terminated

Deadline breakers terminated

Everyone has an excuse for breaking writing deadlines. The dog died. Car accident. Sick uncle. Dog ate it (same dog). Computer failure. Wedding anniversary. Alien invasion. We’ve heard them all. I just a person break two deadlines without emailing or calling me to...
Is LinkedIn worth the hassle?

Is LinkedIn worth the hassle?

I write LinkedIn sites for people and a client recently was head hunted for a position in Adelaide. To be honest, I don’t know how successful they are. I suggest rarely for school leavers and graduates. The job market is sluggish and unemployment is rising as...
Whyalla steelworks on last legs

Whyalla steelworks on last legs

The Whyalla steelworks looks cooked as debt mounts on top of debt for so-called ‘knight in shining armour’ and GFG owner Sanjeev Gupta. About 3000 people work at the plant and there are another 1500 ancillary jobs, providing contractual and other services. It is the...