Do I generally recommend making a video or, what has become more common, creating a web resume, NO. You have to know your audience. Although you may think your idea is clever, that you look great, and that your content sets you apart, prospective employers may not. But there are some times where the potential reward will outweigh the risk. Read the entire column if you are thinking about a video resume. The columnist writes the weekly "Your Career" column for msnbc.com and chronicles workplace issues in her blog, CareerDiva.net.
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Interesting article! With so much advancement in technology now a days, there are multiple and I guess creative ways to present yourself to a prospect hiring manager. But I think as there are new ways to apply for jobs, its getting much harder to get noticed as well. You should take a look at this article blog post, I think you might find it interesting http://freethoughtsfirstblogpost.blogspot.com/2010/06/resume-writing-style-five-resume.html.
A strong resume is just one piece of the puzzle. Today's job seeker needs a multi-media approach with a strong message of value across multiple business, social, and online identity platforms.
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