Resume Corner - Use a Web Resume to your advantage

In today's fast-paced technologically-advanced marketplace, a web resume can speak volumes about your savvy. It says to a potential employer, "Hey, I'm up to speed on technology." So if you are in the computer field or telecommunications, it's really a must. Also, if you are likely to do a lot of networking to find your next job, a web resume is a very beneficial tool. For example, if you pass out your card at lots of business functions, put your web resume address right on your card - you'd be surprised at how intriguing a web address can be. People love to travel to a wide variety of sites. You'll be surprised at how many will travel to your web resume to review your background - and this can lead to many new contacts. For executives, the web resume is also a wonderful tool. These folks usually make a lot of phone call contacts when seeking to change assignments. What better way to start the conversation than to say, "You know my background, Joe, but just bring up my web resume for a quick review while we're having our chat..you can find it at www.xxxxxxx.xxx." There are no limits on who can use a web resume and the more creative you are in getting your name out there, the better chance you have for rapid job changes. Article provided by Big4.com and written by Stefanie Spikell. Stefanie Spikell, Deloitte Alumna and owner of two companies, Expert Resumes and Clear Communications Business Consulting, is a noted business/careers coach, management consultant and resume writer. In her 20-year career, she has managed marketing communications departments for major engineering firms, taught at the university level, published hundreds of business-related reports and articles, and written thousands of winning resumes. She can be reached at www.ExpertResumeWriter.com or toll free 866-735-1890.