Q: Given the importance of in-person networking, the fact that businesses have closed, and the existence of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, should candidates refrain from applying for jobs?

Absolutely not. According to LinkedIn® , while some companies have closed their offices, others offer employees options to work remotely. Walmart Canada, Save-On-Foods, and Loblaw Companies Limited are hiring as of March 20, 2020. Save-On-Foods has increased wages for current employees. Walmart plans to hire 10,000. Résu-Card has determined that Walmart uses an applicant tracking system (ATS) — most large organizations do. It is true that medical authorities recommend social distancing, and this adversely affects your ability to network in person, but the same applies to your competition. For this reason, social distancing does not hurt your chances. Furthermore, LinkedIn provides an excellent opportunity for you to develop professional relationships and network online.

Question 1

Given the importance of in-person networking, the fact that businesses have closed, and the existence of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, should candidates refrain from applying for jobs?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not. According to LinkedIn®, while some companies have closed their offices, others offer employees options to work remotely.

Walmart Canada, Save-On-Foods, and Loblaw Companies Limited are hiring as of March 20, 2020. Save-On-Foods has increased wages for current employees. Walmart plans to hire 10,000.

Résu-Card has determined that Walmart uses an applicant tracking system (ATS) — most large organizations do.

It is true that medical authorities recommend social distancing, and this adversely affects your ability to network in person, but the same applies to your competition.

For this reason, social distancing does not hurt your chances. Furthermore, LinkedIn provides an excellent opportunity for you to develop professional relationships and network online.

Question 2

How does COVID-19 affect job requirements?

Accepted Answer

In light of the fact that many employees now work remotely, job requirements are changing. The Muse says that the following attributes are required for remote working: organization, communication, time-consciousness, proactiveness, motivation, and balance. The importance of including your technical skills on your resume is also cited.

Question 3

What is the oldest resume writers' association?

Accepted Answer

The Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches (PARW/CC).

Question 4

When was the Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches established?

Accepted Answer

In the year 1990.

Question 5

Do I need a different resume each time I apply for a job?

Accepted Answer

This topic is controversial. Résu-Card says no. In most cases, if you are going about your job search in a proper manner, you will not have time to craft a new resume every time you apply for a job.

Résu-Card suggests that you have a core document that is modified as you acquire feedback from persons who are in a position to hire you. If you learn of a job opportunity that is very appealing, and you think you have a good chance of getting it, you may wish to consider targeting that job with your resume.

Question 6

What is the best way to target a specific job in a resume?

Accepted Answer

There are various ways to do this. The most important thing is to ensure that your resume contains evidence that you meet most or all of the requirements of the position. Other options include the addition of keywords, buzzwords, or both.

Question 7

What was the original name of the Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches?

Accepted Answer

Professional Association of Resume Writers.

Question 8

Who was the main individual responsible for changing the name of the Professional Association of Resume Writers?

Accepted Answer

Career coach Jay Block, who was and is a prominent member of the association.

Question 9

What is the best kind of cover letter?

Accepted Answer

One that gives evidence that you meet most or all of the requirements of the position for which you are applying. Recruiters are well aware that many job applicants exaggerate. For this reason, unsupported claims of excellence lack credibility.

Résu-Card recommends crafting a cover letter that summarizes the evidence and directs the reader to relevant sections of the resume that provide detail. This saves the reader time and will be appreciated.

Question 10

>What is the advantage of investing in a resume package, instead of paying by the hour?

Accepted Answer

You know ahead of time what the cost will be.

Question 11

What is the disadvantage of investing in a resume package, instead of paying by the hour?

Accepted Answer

The provider controls the process.

Question 12

What is the advantage of paying a service provider by the hour?

Accepted Answer

You control the process. Believe it or not, there are actually people who are happy to pay more for the privilege of retaining absolute control.

These are people, for example, who have preconceived notions of what they want. Paying by the hour, they maximize the probability that they will achieve their goal. If the provider inadvertently veers off track, they can step in and change direction.

Question 13

>What is the disadvantage of paying a service provider by the hour?

Accepted Answer

You don't know how much the service will cost until it's over. This can cause stress. Often, there is a way of alleviating the stress. In some cases, the client requests a service that is nonstandard.

The provider may have no way of knowing ahead of time how much it will cost. But after a while, it may become evident how long it will take to complete the project. At that point, the parties can agree on a flat rate for the entire project.

Question 14

Who was the first person in Ontario, Canada, to become a Certified Professional Resume Writer?

Accepted Answer

Marian Bernard, founder of the Regency Group.

Question 15

What is the difference between keywords and buzzwords?

Accepted Answer

Buzzwords are common; keywords are not. Most people use the term keywords to denote items that are actually buzzwords. This is not helpful for the following reason.

When applicant tracking systems (ATS) were introduced, they were configured in such a way as to value keywords over buzzwords. A professional resume writer who has been trained in ATS can advise you on how to identify and include keywords.

Question 16

What is the biggest mistake job applicants make?

Accepted Answer

Not asking employers for feedback on their resumes. Job applicants say that employers won't talk to them, let alone provide feedback. They make this assumption and therefore never ask. They don't really know, because they don't try.

The reality is that there are employers and independent recruiters who will talk with job applicants if they make the effort. There are techniques for engaging people and getting them to open up. If you're having difficulty with this, consult a professional resume writer for guidance.

Question 17

How did R&eacute;su-Card get its name?

Accepted Answer

The founder of Résu-Card invented the business card resume in 1988 and named his company Résu-Card to promote his invention.

Question 18

What is a business card resume?

Accepted Answer

There are different formats. The best one is the folded business card resume. The resume is inside the card. It contains half a page worth of information. It is powerful because it contains only the candidate's best selling points. People read it because they are curious.

The front of the card looks like an ordinary business card. The back of the card can be used to add resume-related information or left blank for the evaluator to make notes. A regular two-sided card is also available, with the resume on the back.

Question 19

What is an Economy resume package?

Accepted Answer

A package that saves people money by asking them to submit a resume. That document is then improved in a variety of ways, including applicant tracking system (ATS) optimization. Both format and content are improved. Because the fee is reduced, there are some limitations and restrictions. Please visit the Résu-Card home page for full details.

Question 20

How much does the Economy resume package cost?

Accepted Answer

The fee ranges from $268 to $398, depending on a number of factors including, for example, the amount of technical detail that is included (can be zero, in which case the fee tends to be lower) and whether the subject is a senior manager or executive (fee tends to be higher). A complete price breakdown is available on the Résu-Card home page. Prices are in CAD and are subject to change without notice. If taxable, the tax is included.