Dahlia Ashford
About Dahlia Ashford
Dahlia Ashford has been writing resumes for over a decade. As a career and interview coach, her specialties are resume and cover letter writing and preparing candidates to interview confidently and clearly. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Science from Mississippi State University and Master of Science in College Student Personnel Services and Administration from the University of Central Arkansas. Committed to ongoing professional development, Dahlia has credentials as a Certified Professional Career Coach (PARWCC), Certified Interview Coach (PARWCC), Certified Professional Resume Writer (PARWCC), Certified Interview and Compensation Negotiation Coach (CTL RWA), and Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert (NRWA).
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Reading time: 6 min.How To Survive Pre-Employment Background Checks by Employers
Background checks aren’t only for traveling abroad or jobs in law enforcement. These screenings have become a part of the hiring process for some employers…
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Reading time: 15 min.The Best Organizational Skills for Your Resume [with Examples]
Good organizational skills, including prioritization, delegation, time management, adaptability, multi-tasking, project and resource management, and decision-making, are in high demand across all industries in 2026. These soft skills…
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Reading time: 14 min.Management Skills for Your Resume: List & Examples
Ready to show potential employers that you are a leader? You can start by shifting the focus of your resume to your management skills. It’s…
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Reading time: 9 min.100+ Words and Adjectives To Describe Yourself at a Job Interview
When stepping into a job interview, especially as a recent graduate, you might face questions that prompt you to reflect on your personal and professional…
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Reading time: 12 min.How To Write a Thank You Email After an Interview
When you write your resume, your goal is to stand out. But what happens after you ace the interview? One more step can set you…
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Reading time: 8 min.How To Write a Resume for an Internal Position in 2026
Are you dreaming of that coveted role within your company? Now’s your chance to seize the opportunity! Writing a resume for an internal position requires…
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Reading time: 7 min.How To Tailor Your Resume For Any Job
One of the biggest mistakes that prospective candidates make in a job search is making their resume too generic. Whilst using the same resume for…
Updated on December 18, 2025Reviewed: How To Tailor Your Resume For Any Job -
Reading time: 5 min.How to Write Resume Section Headings
Resume section headings are one of the first things prospective employers see on your resume. As they are written in a larger font size and are…
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Reading time: 8 min.How to Showcase Leadership Skills on Your Resume
Hiring managers know that employees with strong leadership skills and abilities bring the best out of people, improve work efficiency, and help them reach targets…
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Reading time: 8 min.What Are the Best Colors for Your Resume?
Even though your work history and skills are what will win over a recruiter, the color scheme of your resume is an important part of…
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Reading time: 9 min.Transferable Skills to Add to Your Resume
Are you considering a career change, whether to move from one position to another or enter a different sector? It’s not always easy to make…
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Reading time: 15 min.The Ultimate Cover Letter Writing Guide
The Ultimate Cover Letter Writing Guide The complete guide to writing an effective cover letter. When you’re applying for a job, whether it be for…
Updated on November 26, 2025Reviewed: The Ultimate Cover Letter Writing Guide -
Reading time: 7 min.Omitting Jobs from Your Resume
When you are about to send in a resume, you’re probably thinking the more professional experience I add, the more likely it is I’ll land…
Updated on November 3, 2025Reviewed: Omitting Jobs from Your Resume -
Reading time: 10 min.What’s the Difference Between a Resume and a CV?
If you are wondering what the difference is between a CV and a resume, you are not alone! ‘What does CV stand for?’ You might…
Updated on October 27, 2025Reviewed: What’s the Difference Between a Resume and a CV? -
Reading time: 8 min.
Honors and Awards
Honors and Awards Section on a Resume Make your honors and accomplishments really stand out with a well-written resume awards section. Understand which awards you…
Updated on December 22, 2025Reviewed: Honors and Awards -
Reading time: 7 min.
Functional Resume
Functional Resume Writing Guide The skills-based resume is perfect for a career change. The lesser-known functional resume can be a great option for certain positions…
Updated on September 17, 2025Reviewed: Functional Resume -
Reading time: 6 min.
Chronological Resume
Chronological Resume Format Get the best out of the standard resume format The most typical resume format and the one that best shows off your…
Updated on January 2, 2026Reviewed: Chronological Resume -
Reading time: 6 min.
Combination Resume
Combination Resume Writing Guide Create a resume using the best of both worlds: skills and experience A combination or hybrid resume that highlights both your…
Updated on September 17, 2025Reviewed: Combination Resume