EPISODE · May 6, 2026 · 23 MIN
Why Your Resume Isn’t Getting You Interviews
from Self Care For Moms: For stressed out, overwhelmed and burnt out moms improve life and mental health · host Carrie McFarland | Resume and Job Search Help for Moms
If you’ve been working on your resume and second-guessing every little detail, this episode is going to give you a clear place to start.I walk through real resumes and break down exactly what stands out right away and what immediately creates friction. Before even reading a single word, there are things that can make a resume easier to move forward… or easier to skip.We talk about what actually matters when someone is reviewing your resume:Why readability is more important than trying to fit everything inWhat to cut when your resume starts getting too longWhere your skills should go (and why placement matters more than you think)How to structure your experience so it’s easy to scanWhat to do if you don’t have a lot of experience yetHow to use job descriptions to your advantageI also call out common mistakes I see all the time that don’t help you get the job and can actually work against you.This episode isn’t about having a “perfect” resume. It’s about making it simple, clear, and easy for someone to quickly see that you’re a fit.Because your resume doesn’t need to tell your whole story, it just needs to get you the first conversation.If you want more support as you’re figuring this out, grab my START HERE guide. Its a simple plan to help you make your first four decisions when you go back to workYou can also check out my resources inside Skool where I walk you through how to get started step by step.
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