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Apparently Thomas Edison invented bizarre interview questions, too. Could you score the required 90% or better with questions like these? Who was Francis Marion? Where is the River Volga? Who invented logarithms? What is the first line in The Aeneid? … Continue reading →

Yesterday I was guest host of the HireFriday discussion on Twitter (search for #HFChat). Career thought leaders and HR pros gathered to discuss ‘Reinventing the Resume’. The discussion centered around 4 questions: How do you describe yourself in 160 words … Continue reading →

I put this quick list together for a client with Top Secret security clearance (TS/SCI, or sensitive compartmented information). That’s an asset valued in the low six figures by certain employers, right off the bat, so it’s a good idea … Continue reading →

On April 19th, McDonald’s announced it was hiring 50,000 new employees in one day. I thought I’d share an example of what such experience can become on a resume. I’ve made this anonymous, stripping away some telling details and metrics. … Continue reading →

Finally, I can say the overhaul of the site is underway. I’ve installed WordPress as a content management system, and ResumeGuru.com is evolving into a resource for delivering answers tailored to your needs and managing your career. Things look a … Continue reading →