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Help Me Hire a Minion

Blog, Common Sense Tip, Federal Job Info, Federal Job Search, Federal Resume WritingBy Paulina ChenOctober 17, 2013

While I am busy writing these articles, I really could use a little help around the house, so I decided that maybe it’s high time to hire a minion. I placed an ad in the “Minion Daily”: Help Wanted: Minion needed to do light housework, help with homework, and walk the dog. Must be punctual,…

Veterans: Do You Miss Your VA for Vet Coach?

Blog, Federal Job Info, Federal Job Search, Federal Resume Writing, VeteransBy Kathryn TroutmanOctober 10, 2013

Are you just beginning your next career after your military service? If you were working with a VA for Vet Coach, you have heard that the VA Coach services provided by the contractor SERCO has ended. We are sorry to hear about this valuable FREE service ending for the veterans seeking jobs with the VA…

Emergency Job Search Tips from Kathryn Troutman

Blog, Federal Resume WritingBy Paulina ChenOctober 9, 2013

Are you among the thousands of federal workers who last week were deemed “non-essential” and put on a temporary lay off with no assurance of back pay? You might think your job and skills are essential, but they may not be. If you have bills to pay and a family to support, take action now…

Leaving Afganistan? Look Before You Leave!

Blog, Federal Resume WritingBy Kathryn TroutmanOctober 7, 2013

Now that the drawdown of Afghanistan is finally almost here, it’s time to think about your job search while you are still overseas. Many Americans who are living and working overseas would like to stay overseas and take advantage of the lifestyle and work in other countries. It could help your candidacy for another position…

Presidential Management Fellows Applications Must be Completed by October 15

Blog, Federal Resume WritingBy Kathryn TroutmanOctober 4, 2013

From Oct. 1 to Oct. 15, 2013, the Presidential Management Fellows application for the program’s Class of 2014 is posted on USAJOBS.gov.  The entire initial application process, including submission of all necessary documents, must be completed by Oct. 15th.  Unless there is an extension because of the furlough. Here is a great webpage with the…

Be On Time

Blog, Common Sense Tip, Federal Job Search, Federal Resume WritingBy Paulina ChenOctober 1, 2013

I had another blog planned for this week, but in light of the government shutdown, I thought a change in topic might be in order. I am calling this “Be On Time,” because even though everyone else has to be on time when meeting government deadlines, legislators are apparently allowed to be tardy, even if…

Give Them What They Want

Blog, Common Sense Tip, Federal Resume WritingBy Paulina ChenSeptember 17, 2013

Most people understand that the government is inflexible about processing forms. For example, if you are submitting your taxes, you must use the required forms, and your only options are the 1040, 1040-EZ, and1040A. You must complete the form very carefully, accurately, and completely. You must submit all of the required additional documents and forms.…

Our Federal Resume is the Gold Standard

Blog, Federal Resume WritingBy Kathryn TroutmanAugust 28, 2013

Our Federal Resume is the Gold Standard We strive to make our federal resumes are simply the best that your money can buy. Our federal resumes are backed by: Over 40 years of expert experience Feedback and approval by federal human resources specialists A rigorous process of announcement analysis to ensure consistently excellent results from…

Inspiration from the Star Spangled Banner

Blog, Federal Resume Writing, KSA WritingBy Kathryn TroutmanJune 30, 2013

Reposted from June, 2012 Can your spirits be raised to write a better resume by thinking about the morning that Francis Scott Key wrote the poem “Defence of Ft. McHenry” that became the National Anthem? (Mr. Key’s accomplishment would make a great KSA for Ability to Write!) Read his “Star Spangled” KSA » On September…

The ALJ Exam: Preparing for the All New Online Component

Blog, Federal Resume WritingBy Paulina ChenApril 27, 2013

BREAKING NEWS: Congratulations, if you are invited to the Online Component. We recommend our ALJ Writing Guide to review the 13 ALJ Competencies! We also recommend our Structured Interview practice if you are invited to the Structured Interview component of the ALJ Examination. Our new ALJ Guide Book is an essential read for candidates! In…

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