Linda Dobogai established Aberlene Resume & Career Services LLC in 2006 after acquiring substantial experience in the career and resume development field. She is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (PARW/CC) and a Master Career Development Professional (NCDA).

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	Write Your Resume to the Future, Not the Past by Linda Dobogai - Jan, 2012 One of the biggest mistakes you can make in composing your resume is to let your past drive the focus of the content. While a resume covers what we have done, proper perspective in using this information is key. Let your career goal, as it relates to the future you want, guide what you cho...
	THE THANK-YOU LETTER AS A STRATEGIC SELF-MARKETING TOOL by Linda Dobogai - Jan, 2011 Most people forget to send a thank-you letter after interviewing. Mistake. Those who do send one often fail to capitalize on this wonderful opportunity to further promote their value. Big mistake. While it is true that this type of document should thank the interviewer for their time an...
	Power Your Resume Up With A Testimonial by Linda Dobogai - Jun, 2010 Today’s job market remains highly competitive, and some online job openings can result in hundreds of resume submittals. A strong testimonial can grab the reader’s attention and immediately help establish your credibility. Essentially a resume testimonial is a quote from a letter of rec...
	Be Constructive In Your Use of Layoff Time by Linda Dobogai - Nov, 2009 Depressive feelings associated with being dislocated can impact your energy level if you allow this to happen. Remember there is a moment where we can choose between lethargy and taking action. Perhaps you need some time to process the feelings. Find someone you trust to talk things over a...
	Generate Self-Marketing Buzz By Using A Professional Resume Writer by Linda Dobogai - Mar, 2009 How can you tell if you would benefit from working with a professional résumé writer? If your résumé is not getting you interviews despite your certainty that you meet the requirements of your field. If you are struggling with identifying the skills you’ve developed in marketable terms. If...
	How Different Resume Formats Can Benefit Your Job Search by Linda Dobogai - Sep, 2008 Long gone is the day when a neatly printed Word résumé served all purposes of a high-impact job search. With the growth of technology and new venues used by recruiting personnel, a variety of new résumé formats have come into play. Which formats should you be using? What’s appropriate and ...
	Leveraging References For Maximum Impact by Linda Dobogai - Sep, 2008 In competitive fields, a hiring decision can depend upon what a candidate’s references have to say. When other critical factors, such as experience and education equal out among two or more candidates, the credibility and faith expressed through qualified references become very important. ...
	A Teen's First Job: Parental Guidance Recommended by Linda Dobogai - Sep, 2007 When teens look for their first job, it’s a sign of growing independence. Many times parents interpret this as a cue to back off. While we all need to stumble a bit when learning to “walk the walk” of the workplace, a little parental guidance can help create a clearer and less bumpy path...
	For Working Women Who Want It All, Balance Is The Key by Linda Dobogai - Sep, 2006 It is an understatement to say that the demands of dealing with the needs of a family and a full-time career can seem overwhelming at times. How do you choose between children with after-school activities and a job with work assignments that require some overtime? Balance is the key. ...
	The College Career Center as a Resource for the Experienced Job Seeker by Linda Dobogai - Jul, 2006 An effective job search relies on a plethora of accessible resources. If you graduated from college, don’t forget the often-neglected resource of your alma mater’s Career Center. Many colleges extend their career assistance to alumni, as well as students and recent graduates. An erroneo...
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