WSJ article: Back in the job market after 10 years, a reader wonders how to update her résumé to make it more current by today's standards.
"Today, they need to craft a package both online and off to present to a prospective employer."
Here's some of the tips:
Embrace technology. The biggest change is also the most expected one: a move toward technology. An online networking presence is no longer just an option but a requirement.
Expansion is good. The one-page rule for résumés no longer holds true. While one page makes sense when you have little experience, you have 10, 20 or more years of experience."
Looks still count. If an employer or a recruiter is seeking you out because of a reputation, the résumé's appearance may not matter. If you are seeking out an employer's attention, its appearance does matter."
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