Episodes

  • How to Write a Resume That Explains a Noncompete Agreement

    How to Write a Resume That Explains a Noncompete Agreement
    Jul 9 2026
    Episode 104 of The Resume Room tackles a resume conundrum that's becoming more common: explaining a noncompete agreement without torpedoing your application. Lucas walks through a real case of a senior product manager at a tech company who was blocked from joining a competitor for 12 months. They discuss whether to mention the noncompete in the resume at all, how to frame an employment gap caused by a garden leave, and the difference between a noncompete and a nondisclosure agreement. Luna challenges Lucas on the ethics of omitting certain roles, and they land on a practical strategy: address the constraint briefly in a cover letter or a resume summary line, never in a bullet point. Specific phrasing examples included. By the end, you'll know how to signal that you're available, not damaged goods. #NoncompeteAgreement #ResumeRoom #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #Careers #JobSearch #ResumeWriting #CoverLetter #EmploymentGap #GardenLeave #ProductManager #TechJobs #JobApplication #InterviewTips #CareerAdvice #JobSeeker #LucasAndLuna #Hiring Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    8 mins
  • How to Write a Resume Explaining a Misdemeanor Conviction

    How to Write a Resume Explaining a Misdemeanor Conviction
    Jul 9 2026
    Lucas and Luna tackle a high-stakes resume challenge: how to address a misdemeanor conviction in a job application. Drawing on real hiring data and a specific case from a financial services rep who disclosed a 3-year-old shoplifting charge, they break down the disclosure decision, the 'resume as pre-interview narrative' strategy, and the exact language to use in the cover letter. Lucas cites a 2024 SHRM survey showing 78% of employers check criminal history, while Luna pushes back on the blanket-disclosure rule, arguing context matters. The episode drills into one concrete template: the 'context sandwich'—a one-sentence explanation framed by the candidate's growth and current qualifications. No puffery, just a practical framework for a sensitive topic that can derail a job search if mishandled. #ResumeWriting #JobSearch #Misdemeanor #CriminalRecord #DisclosureStrategy #CoverLetter #HiringManager #BackgroundCheck #SHRMSurvey #FinancialServices #ContextSandwich #NarrativeResume #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #LucasAndLuna #TheResumeRoom #JobApplicationAdvice Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    9 mins
  • How to Write a Resume That Explains a Failed Startup

    How to Write a Resume That Explains a Failed Startup
    Jul 8 2026
    Lucas and Luna tackle one of the trickiest resume gaps: explaining a failed startup. Lucas shares the 'narrative frame' technique—how to reframe failure as a focused learning experience without hiding the outcome. They walk through a real example: a former founder who spent two years building a B2B SaaS tool that shut down after failing to hit product-market fit. Lucas explains why the 'CEO' title can backfire, how to quantify lessons learned, and when to list the company as 'Founder, 2023-2025' without inviting red flags. Luna pushes back on whether honesty about failure ever helps. Lucas cites data from a 2025 LinkedIn study showing that hiring managers value 'scrappiness' over success when framed correctly. The episode closes with a short, natural donation segment asking listeners to support the ad-free show at buy me a coffee dot com slash fexingo. #ResumeWriting #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #FailedStartup #Entrepreneurship #ResumeGap #Founder #B2BSaaS #JobApplication #HiringManager #LinkedInStudy #NarrativeFrame #CareerPivot #InterviewTips #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #TheResumeRoom Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    9 mins
  • How to Write a Resume for a Job That Requires a Portfolio

    How to Write a Resume for a Job That Requires a Portfolio
    Jul 8 2026
    In this episode of The Resume Room, Lucas and Luna tackle a tricky scenario: how to write a resume for a job that asks for a portfolio — even if you're not in a traditionally creative field. They break down the difference between a portfolio and a resume, when to link to a portfolio site on your resume, and how to structure your resume when the portfolio is the star. Lucas shares a specific case of a marketing manager who landed a role at a tech company by using her resume as a highlight reel for her portfolio. Luna pushes back on whether a portfolio is always necessary and offers advice for those who haven't kept one. Tune in for practical, actionable tips on making your resume and portfolio work together. #ResumeTips #Portfolio #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #ResumeWriting #MarketingJobs #CreativeJobs #CoverLetter #JobApplication #PortfolioCareer #TechJobs #BusinessPodcast #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #ResumeRoom #JobHunt #ProfessionalDevelopment Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    13 mins
  • How to Write a Resume That Explains a Long Job Search

    How to Write a Resume That Explains a Long Job Search
    Jul 8 2026
    Episode 100 of The Resume Room tackles one of the toughest resume challenges: explaining a job search lasting six months or longer. Lucas and Luna break down a real case of a marketing manager who was out of work for 11 months after a layoff. They discuss how to frame the gap as strategic, not desperate — using a 'bridge narrative' that highlights freelance projects, certifications, and volunteer work during the search. The hosts walk through specific resume formats, including a hybrid functional-chronological layout, and share the exact language that turned a gap into a strength in a recent successful placement. They also cover how to address the gap in cover letters and interviews without apologizing. If you've been searching for months and wondering how to present that time honestly, this episode gives you a concrete framework. #ResumeWriting #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #EmploymentGap #MarketingManager #CoverLetterTips #InterviewTips #Layoff #CareerPivot #FreelanceStrategy #CareerComeback #JobHunt #ResumeFormat #HybridResume #BridgeNarrative #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #Careers Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    9 mins
  • How to Write a Resume That Explains a Temporary Job

    How to Write a Resume That Explains a Temporary Job
    Jul 7 2026
    In Episode 99 of The Resume Room, Lucas and Luna tackle a tricky resume challenge: how to frame a temporary or contract role on your resume without making it look like a gap or a step backward. They dig into the specific case of a marketing coordinator who took a six-month contract at a logistics firm during a layoff period — and how she turned that into a narrative of adaptability and skill-building, not instability. Lucas breaks down the three-line formula: title with contract qualifier, results bullet with context, and a brief reason for the duration. Luna pushes back on whether it's ever worth leaving contract work off entirely, and they land on a rule of thumb involving the six-month threshold. They also discuss how to handle multiple contracts in a row without looking like a job-hopper, and why the word 'temporary' is actually an asset for showing you can ramp up fast. A practical, tactical episode for anyone whose work history includes gigs, contracts, or project-based roles. Also includes a brief moment where the hosts talk about keeping the show ad-free and listener-supported. #ResumeWriting #TemporaryJobs #ContractWork #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #ResumeTips #EmploymentGaps #JobHopping #MarketingCoordinator #LogisticsIndustry #Adaptability #SkillBuilding #JobApplications #Careers #TheResumeRoom #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #Podcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    9 mins
  • How to Write a Resume for a Lateral Move Into a Different Industry

    How to Write a Resume for a Lateral Move Into a Different Industry
    Jul 7 2026
    In this episode of The Resume Room, Lucas and Luna tackle a specific, high-stakes resume challenge: making a lateral move into a completely different industry. Using the real-world example of a marketing manager pivoting from consumer packaged goods at Procter & Gamble to a similar role at a healthcare tech startup, Lucas breaks down the three-part strategy—reframing the headline, translating core competencies, and storytelling with transferable metrics. Luna challenges the common advice to lead with a summary statement, and they debate whether to include industry-specific jargon or leave it out. By the end, listeners walk away with a concrete framework for repositioning their resume when they have the right title but the wrong sector. Listeners will learn one specific technique: how to use a 'competency matrix' in the professional summary to signal fit without lying about experience. #ResumeRoom #LateralMove #CareerPivot #IndustryChange #ResumeWriting #JobSearch #Careers #MarketingManager #CPGtoTech #TransferableSkills #ProfessionalSummary #CompetencyMatrix #CoverLetterStrategy #JobApplicationTips #CareerAdvice #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #CareerChange Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    10 mins
  • How to Write a Resume That Explains a Sabbatical

    How to Write a Resume That Explains a Sabbatical
    Jul 6 2026
    Lucas and Luna tackle the unique challenge of writing a resume after a sabbatical — whether for travel, caregiving, personal projects, or burnout recovery. Using the real case of a marketing director who took 14 months to hike the Pacific Crest Trail, they walk through how to frame the gap not as a hole but as a period of structured growth. Lucas explains the 'sabbatical summary line' technique — a one-sentence header that pre-empts the gap before the recruiter questions it. Luna challenges the idea that sabbaticals need apologizing for at all, citing data from a 2025 LinkedIn survey showing 42% of hiring managers view a purposeful break as a neutral or positive signal. They cover how to list sabbatical activities as bullet points, when to shift the resume format from chronological to functional, and how to handle the interview question 'So what did you do for that year?' without defensiveness. Practical, specific, and honest. #ResumeWriting #CareerBreak #Sabbatical #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #EmploymentGap #ResumeTips #CareerPivot #LinkedIn #JobInterview #WorkLifeBalance #CareerStrategy #HiringManager #PersonalGrowth #ReturnToWork #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    8 mins