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5 pieces of advice I often give during resume reviews

Experience comes first, use active language and more

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Mandy Hofmockel
Nov 19, 2020
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During my free weekly career coaching sessions for women and those underrepresented in media, I often do resume and cover letter reviews.

Here are five pieces of advice that often come up during those discussions.

Experience comes first

The most important thing you can possibly share in a resume is your relevant experience. Make sure this is prominent up …

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