Multiple Short-Term Jobs
I am a seasoned professional technician that has worked in electronics, specifically the medical electronic repair field for almost 30 years. Since 2004 I have suffered a couple significant medical setbacks and in 2012 was the beginning my process of firing and short-lived stints. Since then, I've been let go from four more jobs and moved to three different states. Each of these jobs had at least three or more months before the next one began. Plus, I have broadened my career into the management realm to show my capabilities and marketability. I'm currently flooding the market in a new location, across the country from where I currently live, closer to my family and in exact same field. However, of the 30-40 resumes I've sent, I've only been successful at three actual phone interviews. Any suggestions on fine-tuning these jumps or the gaps caused between each short-lived position?
Hi Kyle Brown - that's a great question. You aren't alone in having a bunch of resume gaps. I would recommend checking out this conversation, as it has some great info on how to fine tune those resume gaps.
How did your three phone interviews go? Any progress on the job? Keep the community updated on your search - we are here for you!
Kyle, a few things really jumped out at me while reading your resume. And it jumped out more than the time gaps. I see what you were responsible for. As a doer, but what did you achieve? What was left in a better state, than when you took on the position. What were your achievements?
Have you written a specific cover letter for each position you have applied for? Selling yourself, basically asking for the position, and why you would be a great fit for the position. If you had medical setbacks, have you overcome them or are they under control. If yes you can make sure to cover in an interview as well. Do not pretend they are not there. Good Luck.