How to Handle a Resume Gap Due to Covid

Gaps in employment history on your resume or LinkedIn profile are never a good thing. But what about now, when so many people have lost jobs due to COVID-19?

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Covid and Job Search, Some Curated Resources

Whether you’re already in job search or preparing “just in case,” you’re probably wondering how the Covid pandemic will affect your job hunting strategies.

In this post I’ll share a few of the most useful articles I’ve come across lately, including information about benefits for those who are laid off.

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Should you target your resume for every job opening?

Is it a good idea to target your resume for each job you apply to? The answer is: it depends.

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How to Update Your LinkedIn Profile When Unemployed

It’s an ironic fact that your odds of attracting recruiters on LinkedIn are much greater if your current position shows “to Present.” The good news is, you can do that, honestly and effectively, no matter what your status is. This post explains what to put for “current title” if you’re unemployed.

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The Best Time to Update Your LinkedIn Profile

When is the best time to update or overhaul your LinkedIn profile? I have two different answers for you, both true.

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