When you go to a restaurant and order a meal, you have expectation that it will be prepared in a way that will please you and be presented on plate beautifully. Writing a great resume requires that you be chef and prepare a meal that is both visually appealing and tastes great too!

Jeff Altman Concepts in Staffing jeffaltman@cisny.com

© 2005 all rights reserved. Jeff Altman, Managing Director with Concepts in Staffing, a New York search firm, has successfully assisted many corporations identify management leaders and staff in technology, accounting, finance, sales, marketing and other disciplines since 1971. He is a certified leader of ManKind Project, a not for profit organization that assists men with life issues, and a practicing psychotherapist. For additional job hunting or hiring tips, go to http://www.newyorkmetrotechnologyjobs.com If you would like Jeff and his firm to assist you with hiring staff, or if you would like help with a strategic job change, send an email to him at jeffaltman@cisny.com (If you’re looking for a new position, include your resume).

Communicate with your superiors as an equal. Boot polishing is out of favor. Maintain your dignity with them, and drop any defensiveness or arrogance. Be your best self.

In fact, if you have a tendency to be a job snob, help out somewhere where people have very little in way of status or money. A little simple humility can keep you centered, more likeable, and promotable. Job snobs don't stay employed very long either. Think ABOUT THAT!