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From Marc Cenedella
Marc Cenedella

How many interviews have you gone to that start off with the wearying question: ''So, tell me about yourself.'' It seems like a lost opportunity — so that's why we've made it easy for you to ''tell us about yourself'' in your profile right here on TheLadders...

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All I want for Christmas is... a new job

If what you're looking for under your tree next week — or anytime during this holiday season — is a new job, then here's the program for you, or your loved one: Signature from TheLadders.

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What not to do with your resume

If you're looking for success in 2012, it's important that you get your resume in order, and I'd like for TheLadders to help you with your success.

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Oh no... are you re-re-re-re-re-re-re-writing your resume? Again?

My colleagues invented the "visual resume critique" as our way of helping you through the resume-writing process. We'd like to see you with a resume that makes you proud and productive on the job hunt.

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Getting to the Point Gets the Job

The resume of a Ph.D. nutritionist was so lean, mean and focused, the recruiter gobbled her up.

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The Right Search for the Right Job

Partner with the job-search engine to target the best matches for you.

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An Introvert's Guide to Resume Self-Promotion

How to get over your humbleness and bring on the brag.

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What Employers Really Think About Functional Resumes

Don't think you can hide anything; HR veterans know all the tricks for cloaking employment gaps or skimpy experience.

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Taking Time to Rewrite That Resume

Don’t let the challenges of a resume rewrite overwhelm you. Take a look at your skills and successful resumes to get your head in the game.

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Hot Tech Skills Bend Resume-Writing Rules

What grabbed the recruiter's eye was the security pro's certification, on top of his resume and smack dab in front of her face.

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Your Resume Shouldn't Play Games

Why unconventional resumes drive hiring managers and recruiters nuts.

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