Resources for Writers and Coaches

We are happy to share these resources with other resume writers, career coaches, and job seekers! Check back from time to time to see what's new.

12 PRINCIPLES TO MODERNIZE YOUR RESUME
Here's a quick checklist of the 12 principles we detail in our book, Modernize Your Resume, 3rd Edition. It's a great tool to see if your resume meets the demands of today's job search.

RESUME REVIEW CHECKLIST and RESUME REPORT CARD
Click here and here for 2 easy-to-use resources that will help you assess your resume—or others' resumes—to determine if you've written, formatted, and designed a document that is powerful, effective, and in tune with modern resume trends.

RESUME WRITING VERBS
Click Here for List of 429 Resume Writing Verbs

QUESTIONS TO ELICIT GREAT CONTENT
Wondering what to ask your clients to uncover their unique successes and true value? Use these questions to stimulate the conversation in directions that will give you meaty content for a resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, interviews, and every other message related to job search and career management.

CAREER PLANNING & ADULT DEVELOPMENT JOURNAL—Compliments of Dick Knowdell, publisher, and Steven Beasley, editor, we are pleased to share 4 issues of the Journal. Each issue focuses on a specific theme and contains relevant, often scholarly articles written by diverse and highly qualified career professionals. Click each link to access that Journal issue.

Spring 2016—The Connection Between Career Development and Mental Health

Winter 2015—Career Development, Work-based Transitions, and Individuals with Neurological-based Disabilities

Fall 2015—Career Development in Corporations