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Creating A Successful Private Sector Resume from Your Federal Resume

By Jason KayJuly 6, 2021 3:41 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

What’s the best way to create a resume for private sector jobs from your federal resume? These are some suggestions.

Top ECQ and SES Mistakes to Avoid

By Jason KayNovember 5, 2020 9:17 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Stack of paper resumes identified by the word 'resume' at the top of them with a magnifying glass sitting on top of them

Executive Core Qualifications are an integral part of the Senior Executive Service application. Be sure to avoid these mistakes in crafting your resume.

Follow the Style of this Sample KSA Answer to Rank Highly on Your Job Application

By Jason KayAugust 24, 2019 1:32 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Block letters against a white background that spell 'knowledge', 'skills' and 'abilities' - KSA

Writing good KSAs on a federal job application can be challenging. These are two real world examples to help illustrate techniques.

How to Answer KSA Questions

By Jason KayUpdated: March 26, 2018 1:15 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Block letters against a white background that spell 'knowledge', 'skills' and 'abilities' - KSA

It is important for federal job seekers to understand how KSAs fit into the federal hiring process and how to answer them. Here is an overview.

9 Federal Job Search Tips That Actually Work

By Jason KaySeptember 17, 2017 1:20 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment
Businesswoman staring at a wall filled with icons depicting a job search process

With a well-planned approach, applying for a federal job can go more smoothly. These are some tips to help make the process better.

Federal Resumes: Write Your Story – Not Your Resume

By Jason KayFebruary 25, 2015 5:17 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Writing resumes for various job openings can be a challenge. The author provides advice for federal employees regarding what content they may wish to include on their federal resumes depending on the positions being sought.

How to Craft an Effective Resume for Federal Government Job Applications

By Jason KaySeptember 16, 2013 8:29 PM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

The application process for government jobs is extremely competitive. Crafting an effective resume for a government position could be the difference between whether or not you earn the position.

The Right Way to Highlight Accomplishments in Your Resume

FedSmith.com author John GrobeBy John GrobeMarch 29, 2013 8:59 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

The author reminds job seekers that when describing their accomplishments, it is important to describe how they have made those accomplishments as well as how the results were achieved. He offers some guidelines for how to best do this.

5 Worst Government Resume Mistakes

By Jason KayMarch 21, 2012 8:55 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Avoid these common government resume mistakes and you’ll improve your chances of getting an interview.

Tips to Make Your Government Resume Stand Out

By Jason KayDecember 9, 2011 7:03 AM Categories Leadership Leave a comment

Here are a few tips to make sure your government resume looks its best for new job applications.

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