What actually makes you stand out in the job application process?

This episode of the EdUp Canada podcast, hosted by Michael Sangster, features a discussion with Sheila Musgrove, the founder of Tag Recruitment and an Amazon bestselling author. The discussion kicks off by acknowledging the achievements of women, particularly in the context of International Women's Day, and emphasizing the ongoing need for recognizing and supporting women in all fields. The spotlight then shifts to the core topic of career advancement and the crucial role of resumes in the job search process. Sheila Musgrove shares her expert advice on crafting impactful resumes, moving away from outdated resume formats to a two-step formula that showcases measurable achievements. She also addresses common pitfalls in resume preparation and offers strategies to navigate applicant tracking systems effectively. Additionally, Musgrove talks about the importance of demonstrating a track record of success, whether through academic achievements, part-time jobs, or volunteer work, to stand out to potential employers. The episode also touches on the significance of mentorship and its varied forms, highlighting that mentorship can come from unexpected sources and significantly impact one's career path.     00:00 Celebrating International Women's Day and the Power of Women  00:55 Introducing the EdUp Canada Podcast: A Journey into Career Success  01:53 Special Guest Sheila Musgrove Shares Insights on Career Building  02:35 Diving Deep into Resume Strategies with Sheila Musgrove  11:23 The Impact of ATS Systems on Job Applications  23:25 Addressing Career Gaps and the Importance of Mentorship  28:13 Wrapping Up: The Importance of Mentorship and Looking Forward    Bio:   Sheila started TAG Recruitment in 2005 with an IKEA desk, a bargain website, and a computer monitor as big as a fish tank. TAG has grown into a thriving multi-million-dollar organization with a strong reputation for finding stellar talent.          Her mantra is "some is good, more is better”, which applies to running, the amount of jewelry worn, heel height and laughter.         Sheila has received numerous awards including the Alberta Venture ranking of Alberta’s fastest-growing companies – TAG has appeared 6 times on the list.  Profit and Chatelaine rank Canada’s Top 100 Women Entrepreneurs – she’s appeared on the list 4 times.  Sheila was recognized by Red Deer College as their Distinguished Alumnus of the Year.  She received the “Global Influencer” award from the Universal Women’s Network for the global reach of “Hired!”     Her first book, “Hired!  How to Get The Zippy Gig.  Insider Secrets from A Top Recruiter.” hit the Amazon Best-Seller lists in both Canada & USA within the first 24 hours of being released.  Nearing six years later, “Hired!” is still ranked in the top resume books in Canada!   She just released a 2nd edition of “Hired!” last summer. It hit #1 Amazon best-seller in just over 3 hours of being released!     Sheila wanted to help Ukrainian newcomers to Canada, and had her best-selling book, “Hired!” translated to Ukrainian.  It was released in November, 2022. She updated the cover with the beloved Ukrainian blue and yellow flag colours and re-released it in July.  It hit #1 that day.      Her second book, “Unexpected Mentors.  Weird & Creative Ideas To Boost Your Career.”, was published in 2019.    Read the full transcript here