Get the Job: Optimize Your Resume for the Online Job Search - Softcover

Paterson, Pamela

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1489524983 ISBN 13: 9781489524980

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2013

Synopsis

AN AMAZON BESTSELLER: # 1 on Kindle. Find out why job seekers have a 90% success rate in finding a job with the book Get the Job: Optimize Your Resume for the Online Job Search. Free with every book purchase is a two-hour resume consultation with the author. Limited time and conditions apply (contact the author through beatresumesystems@gmail.com). Online job systems are very sophisticated in how they can search, filter, and rank candidates. Learn how you can optimize your resume in these systems so your resume can navigate through them right to the hiring manager. In this extensively researched book, Pamela Paterson provides the techniques you need to know to transform your resume into an effective marketing tool that can outpace the competition in online job systems and spike the interest of hiring managers. Whether you are a new grad looking for your first job or an experienced professional, this book can help you get the job you want. What People Are Saying “A tremendous help” —T. Hendriks, Google Deployment Specialist “A piece of gold”—C. Carajan, IT Manager “A fantastic book”—J. Gibson, Staffing Consultant “Clear way of communicating”—B. Aschwanden, President, Publishing Smarter “Practical tips and real life experience”—S. Nene, Instructor, George Brown College “Offered a position that was perfect for me”—P. Cruickshank, Technical Writer

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About the Author:

Pamela Paterson, author of the book Get the Job: Optimize Your Resume for the Online Job Search, gained an insider’s edge into how online job systems work when she was part of a team that implemented an applicant tracking system for a national company. She has taught about the art and science of creating effective resumes for over 15 years at workshops, colleges, and conferences. Pamela works to help individuals boost their career trajectory and reach their full professional potential. In live presentations and in her book, she lays out a strategic, step-by-step approach to beating online job systems and building laser-sharp resumes that hits home with online hiring professionals. She claims a 90% success rate in helping her clients find jobs through her unique, scientific approach to resume writing. Pamela is a long-time mentor and supporter of people who strive for positive change in their lives. As a resume coach, she has helped hundreds of people with their job search. In addition, Pamela is founder of the Pamela Jean Paterson bursary, a fund that assists students who have overcome life challenges to pursue their education. She has been the recipient of several awards for her work, including several writing awards. She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Carleton University and a master’s degree in science from the University of Maryland. Pamela is one of a select number of Canadians inducted into the same honor society as Jimmy Carter, Hillary Rodham Clinton, and Linus C. Pauling. Pamela is a member of the Canadian Association of Career Educators and Employers (CACEE). When she is not admiring great resumes, Pamela spends her time as a consultant, mentor, and speaker. Pamela works globally, but spends most of her time in Toronto. She may be contacted at beatresumesystems@gmail.com.

About this edition

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1489524983
• ISBN 13: 9781489524980
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 152