Negative Resume Feedback? How to Land a Job Faster! -- July 28, 2011

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Thursday, July 28, 2011  |   |   |   |  Saint Joseph's University Our Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Marketing MBA for Executives is thoughtfully designed to accommodate demanding careers and busy travel schedules while remaining true to our tradition of academic excellence and personal achievement. You have the flexibility to enroll in our accelerated Online MBA format or Classroom MBA format. For more information, please visit: www.sju.edu/epharma Negative Resume Feedback? How to Land a Job Faster! By Anish Majumdar, Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) So you've just received negative feedback from a recruiter or prospective hiring agent. First of all, it's OKAY to feel disappointed. But after you've spent a little time moping about how you'll never be employed again, try to understand that this is an opportunity in disguise. Many jobseekers spend MONTHS on fruitless job searches, trying to cram in resume keywords and endlessly revising their document to no avail. The fact that a professional took the time to give you specific feedback means that he/she sees potential in your candidacy. Here are 3 frequent phrases that pop up and tips on how you can use it to land a job faster: FEEDBACK: "Your Resume Lacks Focus" WHAT IT MEANS: A hiring agent can't get a clear grasp of what type of position you're going out for and why you're an excellent candidate for it. More... Johns Hopkins University: Advanced Biotechnology Studies The Johns Hopkins University is preparing the leaders of today. As a world leader in biological research and in the global biotechnology industry, our graduate programs are designed for working professionals - delivering the rigorous and practical curricula they need to advance their careers and academic ambitions. To learn more, click here: http://biotechnology.jhu.edu/graduate-education/index.html HOT JOB: BioSpace is seeking a News Content Specialist to report the morning news! Apply here. 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