Megan Applegate, CPC’s Post

Over the years, I’ve come to realize that a well-crafted resume isn't just a piece of paper—it's your personal brand, your story, and the first impression you make on potential employers. It's the bridge between your skills, experiences, and the job you truly deserve. A clear, concise, and tailored resume that highlights your strengths, achievements, and the value you bring to the table can make all the difference. It’s not just about listing job duties; it's about demonstrating your impact and the unique contributions you can offer. Whether you're looking for your next big opportunity or aiming to pivot into a new industry, a thoughtfully designed resume can get you noticed, open doors, and set you on the path to success. Take the time to refine your resume—it’s an investment in your future! #ResumeTips #JobSearch #CareerGrowth #PersonalBranding #ResumeCrafting #JobHunt #JobSeekerTips

Have you ever sent out a resume and felt like it just disappeared into the void? If so, you're not alone! One of the biggest culprits in holding back your job search might be the very words you're using in that resume. It's surprising how a few overused terms can make your application blend in rather than stand out. Words like "hardworking" and "team player" sound nice, but they're so common that they might as well be invisible. Instead, why not showcase your unique skills and real achievements? Instead of saying you're "hardworking," share a specific example of how you tackled a challenging project and exceeded expectations. Let's transform your resume from just a list of duties into a powerful narrative of your career journey! If you're ready to refresh your resume and make a lasting impression, I’d love to help! Let’s create something that truly reflects your unique qualifications. Click on the "Request a Service" option and let’s get started! #ResumeTips #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #PersonalBranding

A resume isn’t just a list of jobs; it’s the story of your professional journey. Instead of just stating what you did, show how you made a difference. What challenges did you overcome? What unique skills did you bring to the table? Think of your resume as your personal brand manifesto—authentic, raw, and real. Tailor each detail to reflect who you are and the value you offer. Let your passion and expertise shine through the words. After all, no one else has your unique combination of experiences. #AuthenticResume #PersonalBrand #CareerStory

"Should I have an objective statement my resume?" As a career coach in sports, media, and entertainment, I get this question a lot... First, let's look at the stats: 77% of hiring managers prefer a summary of qualifications over an objective statement (2021 survey by JobScan). Avoid these common objective statement mistakes: ❌ Generic statements like "I want to work in media" ❌ Vague goals such as "Looking for a challenging position" ❌ Overused phrases like "Results-driven professional seeking opportunities" Instead, focus on specifics: ✅ Highlight relevant experience ✅ Showcase transferable skills ✅ Tailor to each role you're applying for Remember: Employers want to see how YOU fit THEIR needs. Make it easy for them with your summary - especially since they're only looking at your resume for ~7 sec. What's your approach to resume objectives or summaries? Share your thoughts below. #CareerAdvice #SportsJobs #MediaIndustry #EntertainmentIndustry

**LOOK BEYOND MY RESUME: A CONVERSATION WORTH HAVING!* As I navigate the path of seeking new opportunities, I've come to realize that the most meaningful connections often arise from genuine conversations, not just credentials listed on a resume. Today, I want to extend an invitation—not to sell you on my skills, which are detailed on my profile, but to share the essence of who I am beyond the bullet points. Gratitude fills my heart as I think about the journey that has shaped me, not only as a professional but as a person. Being a special needs mom has instilled in me a resilience and a perspective on life that enriches every role I take on. My approach to leadership is deeply heart-centric; I believe in leading with empathy and integrity, values that don't necessarily jump off the page of a resume but are fundamental to the way I work and live. I am not looking to just fill a position but to find a place where my approach to meaningful impact can truly resonate. I bring more than just experience—I bring a passion and a commitment to making a difference, qualities that I've honed through both personal challenges and professional achievements. If you're looking for someone who can bring authenticity, dedication, and a rich career and personal history of life experiences to your team, I would love the opportunity to speak with you. Let's have a conversation about what's not on my resume and discover the potential for creating something great together. Thank you to this incredible community for your support and encouragement as I continue this journey. Each interaction and every word of advice enrich my professional path and personal growth. I am here, eager to learn, contribute, and connect in ways that truly matter. #OpenToOpportunities #Leadership #AuthenticConnections #SpecialNeedsMom #HeartCentricLeadership

Why you need to differentiate yourself during your job search! If you are an executive, senior manager, or professional, there are hundreds of suitably qualified candidates, just like you, that are vying for the lucrative and top jobs. The reality is, the higher you go, the fewer such available positions are available at any given time. While the traditional way of competition through reputation and word of mouth are still legitimate and a great way to gain traction- ways to communicate your reputation have evolved beyond this and it means, unless you differentiate yourself from your sea of competitors, you are not going to cut through! This does not mean distinguishing yourself with a perfumed resume (Legally Blond), elaborate personal websites, fancy LinkedIn graphics, or even a graphic based resume (which are overrated). The only way to differentiate yourself, is to tell a COMPELLING STORY. Every time a resume lands in my inbox, there is no distinguishing nuances that call out that candidate’s value. To distinguish yourself, you need to get down into the details. The nitty gritty of your unique strengths, how your leadership shaped and transformed performance, your resilience, the multidimensional you! And you can’t pull this off in just a day-or-two, or with a resume express service. It involves digging deep and reflecting on your capabilities and your successes. It involves self-reflection, asking questions and thinking through your VALUE proposition and what you really offer. Deeply researched and thoughtfully developed career marketing documents are becoming the norm (for both the private and public sector). You can’t afford to become another cliché, another copycat, another fancy graphic resume, with zero substance. To really propel your career, you need to invest in a resume, whether independently or in partnership with a real expert, so you are positioned to win. If you don’t, your competitor will. #executiveresume #resumetips #resumewriting #personalbranding

𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐰𝐤𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞? What if I told you it's not bragging if it's the truth? 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒖𝒎𝒆 𝒊𝒔𝒏'𝒕 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒂 𝒅𝒐𝒄𝒖𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 - 𝒊𝒕'𝒔 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒓'𝒔 𝒃𝒍𝒐𝒄𝒌𝒃𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒉𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒍. 𝘐𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘸𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘫𝘰𝘣 𝘥𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘳-𝘥𝘦𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘬𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘴. Sounds empowering, doesn't it? 🎯 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐭 𝐈𝐧 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐮𝐭? Shift your mindset and see your resume for what it truly is - a powerful tool that narrates your professional prowess. From leadership in pivotal projects to strategies that soared profits, your resume should scream success. 💥 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭: Don't just mention your achievements - flaunt them! Did your strategies lead to a 20% spike in sales? Spell it out! Highlight your role, detail the impact, and watch as your resume transforms from mundane to magnetic. 🌟 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐬: It’s not just about individual glory. How have you uplifted your team? How have you turned challenges into opportunities? These aren't just details; they're your ticket to that dream job. 𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲 𝐦𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥. 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝. 👉 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐬 𝐝𝐲𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐚𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫? Let’s craft a resume that reflects your true potential - no downplaying, just your real, impressive self. #resume #truepotentialunleashed #standoutsuccess #empoweryourresume #claimyourspotlight #beyondthebasics #sellyoursuccess #careerwins 

Stop counting years of experience. Start measuring impact. 🎯 Last week, I reviewed a resume that listed '15 years of marketing experience' at the top. The candidate didn't get the interview. Why? Because another candidate with just 3 years of experience showed: • $2M revenue generated • 250% social media growth • 5 successful product launches • 12 marketing campaigns exceeding KPIs Here's the truth about experience: ➤ Years worked ≠ Value delivered ➤ Time in role ≠ Problems solved ➤ Job tenure ≠ Results achieved What recruiters ACTUALLY want to see: ✓ Specific achievements ✓ Measurable impacts ✓ Problem-solving abilities ✓ Growth trajectory ✓ Adaptability Remember: Your resume isn't a timeline. It's your professional highlight reel. → Stop writing how long you've done something. → Start showing what you've actually done. The candidate with 3 years? They got the job. Because impact outweighs tenure. Every. Single. Time. 🔑 Pro Tip: Transform every bullet point from a duty to an achievement. Show the before/after. Quantify your impact. Make your value impossible to ignore. Want to know if your resume is showing your true value? DM me for a FREE resume review ($197 value). Let's make your experience count. 📈 #ResumeWriting #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #LinkedInTips ♻️ Share this with someone who needs to hear it today.