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Are you wanting to change jobs or just looking passively? It is never too early to sharpen your resume and have it looking the best it can! A resume is the first impression an employer gets of you and it is key for it to stand out. Whether you are looking for an entry level role or a VP one, you want your resume to look its very best. We've compiled a list of resume tips that we've seen from personal and professional experience. Tailor your resume to the job you are applying for . This is key in showing the employer how you fit their position and what skills you bring to the table. If you are applying for a Software Engineer role show them your relevant technical skills and point out any specific ones you have seen in the job description. Highlight the skills you have that match the key skills in the employer's role you are applying for. You want to be honest and upfront about the type of skills you possess.  Use buzzwords in your resume. Using words li...

So you’ve landed your self an internship! You’re probably a mix between anxious, psyched, determined and scared. If this is your first internship the sense of not knowing what to expect plays a big role. Here are some tips to prep for your first day and calm some of your completely normal nerves. Look over the original position - It's probably been awhile since your interview and maybe you’ve forgotten- "W hat exactly did I sign up to do?" Look over the posting and remember that you are more than capable of doing those sorts of tasks asked of you. Check your route on Google Maps - It's always good to have a general idea of where you’re going, and you can also check out traffic patterns and figure out how early you should start to get ready. Rushing to get there on your first day is not ideal, and you don’t want to show up frazzled. Have a filling breakfast - You don’t know what will be asked of you on your first day. Maybe you’ll be eased in or you ...

March is Women’s History Month. Pan Asia Resources decided to take this time to interview some of Loudoun County’s most influential women. For one of our first interviews, we got to sit down with Loudoun Economic Development’s Small Business & Entrepreneurial Manager, Vanessa Wagner, to discuss her role with Loudoun Small Biz, how she got here and her thoughts on women-owned small businesses.   We love the title you have on your LinkedIn profile – Entrepreneurship Advocate/Startup Catalyst – Can you tell us more about what you do? I focus on supporting small businesses and growing the entrepreneur ecosystem in Loudoun  County. It is all about providing the right resources at the right time. This includes providing programs, business introductions, referrals, investment opportunities and working with partner organizations. If an opportunity does not exist, we (Loudoun Economic Development) try to create it. My overarching mission at Loudoun Economic ...

Have you ever worried about starting a new job? How about becoming the President of the United States? Today is Inauguration Day and with that comes many new and exciting changes. We get a new President, Vice President, First Lady and so on. The President's first 100 days has said to be the benchmark on how successful his term will be. The same goes for anyone starting a new job no matter what position it might be. Your first 100 days are essential to making a good first impression and setting yourself up for success. We've put together some tips on how you can be successful during your first 100 days! You only get once chance to make a first impression. The way you dress, act, talk is all considered during your first day on the job. The way you present yourself is crucial to how you want your coworkers and superiors to see you. So, dress for success and portray yourself as a professional.  Go the extra mile. When starting a new job you should try to go the ext...