Are you looking for a new job to continue to grow professionally? Relocate? change careers completely?
With a new year a few months away, this moment is very important to plan properly as your initial impression to new companies will have a drastic impact on your success for interviews/placement.
Below are some ideas to further consider:
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Does your resume speak toward the position that you are looking for?
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Ensure that it updated with content/accomplishments from 2015
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For each prior job, do the bulleted items showcase what you are able to contribute to your next position?
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Is your resume balanced with with hard/soft skills?
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Is your resume properly formatted? easy to read?
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Confirm great references ahead of time that would able to speak on your behalf
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Remain active within the corresponding professional community/continue to network especially over the next few months
By preparing your career change with these bulleted items, 2016 will be an exciting time for you at your next job.