Dear Derm Authority: How do I build a strong CV in the age of social media?
Your CV is your advocate.
It documents and credentials your accomplishments for someone who has never met you. It’s your pitch for an interview. Many hiring physicians are reading your CV on their phone! It must be concise, precise and easy to follow.
The first step is to provide current contact information, phone, personal email and LinkedIn public profile.
Next, Resident/intern/fe …
Your CV is your advocate.
It documents and credentials your accomplishments for someone who has never met you. It’s your pitch for an interview. Many hiring physicians are reading your CV on their phone! It must be concise, precise and easy to follow.
The first step is to provide current contact information, phone, personal email and LinkedIn public profile.
Next, Resident/intern/fe … Continue reading "Dear Derm Authority: How do I build a strong CV in the age of social media?"
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1) STEP ONE
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We asked Derm Authority to answer your burning questions on building your own brand and what lessons were learned in the first years of practice. Read for expert answers below!
Dear Derm Authority,
Q: How do I start building my brand?
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