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Emma Maslen
Dec 18, 2023
What does a simple resume template look like in Australia?
The internet and modern apps such as Canva are great, but what if you just want a simple resume template that is easy to complete and...
Emma Maslen
Dec 8, 2023
How to write a professional profile or summary for your resume
If your resume is stuck back in 2013 and you need a quick fix because that dream job application is due tomorrow, what's the one thing...
Emma Maslen
Dec 6, 2023
What's best practice for a Professional Resume in Australia?
Searching the web for information on best practice resumes can be a very difficult. It's hard to know if the information you find is...
Emma Maslen
Oct 27, 2023
Can AI / ChatGPT write your resume?
You might be wondering why, as a resume writer, I'm talking about using AI (such as ChatGPT) to help write your resume. Am I crazy?! Am...
Emma Maslen
Aug 24, 2023
Best resume writing service in Australia?
If you have been searching for a resume writer to help you uplift your resume and move your career to the next level, then you may have...
Emma Maslen
Aug 23, 2023
Tips to liven up your resume
I'm sure you will agree that resumes are not the most exciting documents in the world. However, they are a necessary evil at this point...
emmacmaslen
Aug 9, 2023
4 signs your resume needs work
I'll be honest with you, 99% of resumes that I see are pretty terrible. Even when a prospective client tells me they think their resume...
emmacmaslen
Jul 20, 2023
Career breaks on your resume
A common question I'm asked is about how to represent career breaks on a resume. While there are no set rules about this, the first thing...
Emma Maslen
Jun 7, 2023
Top 5 Tips for an Australian resume template
A well-designed resume template can make all the difference in getting you noticed by potential employers - ensuring that you are invited...
Emma Maslen
May 24, 2023
Should you DIY or outsource your resume?
In today's competitive job market, having a standout resume is more important than ever. But the question is, should you try to create...
Emma Maslen
May 11, 2023
What NOT to include in your resume or CV
Usually when I write a blog post I talk about what you need to include in your resume or CV. I talk through expected sections and best...
Emma Maslen
May 4, 2023
Your top 10 Job Application and Resume Questions Answered
Here we cover your top 10 job application questions, with detailed answers!
Emma Maslen
Mar 22, 2023
Should you include maternity leave on your resume?
How to represent parental / maternity leave or other career breaks in your resume or CV can be tricky - it's one of the most common...
Emma Maslen
Oct 28, 2022
Increase your income with your resume
With the cost of living rising we've all been analysing our budgets to try and find ways to cut expenses. We've cut down on groceries,...
Emma Maslen
Oct 12, 2022
Simple steps to declutter your resume.
Does your resume spark joy? Highly unlikely, I know. (Unless I recently re-wrote it for you!) Unless you've been living under a rock for...
Emma Maslen
Sep 28, 2022
Career breaks are okay, okay!
A common question I'm asked is about how to represent career breaks on a resume. While there are no set rules about this, the first thing...
Emma Maslen
Sep 5, 2022
Does your resume sell you?
Nearly everybody hates talking about and selling themselves. But unfortunately you need to 'sell' yourself to get a job! Most people have...
Emma Maslen
Aug 11, 2022
Top 5 reasons your resume is cr@p!
As any recruiter, hiring manager or resume writer will tell you, most people have really average resumes. I'm always pretty shocked when...
Emma Maslen
Aug 3, 2022
It might be a candidate's market but that doesn't mean...
In Australia right now there is low unemployment in what might be described as a candidate's market. There are lots of jobs, and not...
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