Creativity is something I value heavily and I believe it can not only open doors, but break them down if necessary. I’ve known people that send a blanket of resumes to all of their target potential employers and they’re lucky to get a response, let alone a conversation or interview. And they look extremely impressive on paper.

Anybody will tell you that you need to differentiate yourself…but nobody says it has to be on the same medium.

Consider searching for a job as a campaign. Campaigns exist across media. The most complete, innovative, and effective campaign will get the most attention. But in most cases, the best product will be the one chosen.

Thanks again for sparking the ideas.

My favorite line in your post is, “There are only so many ways black ink on a white piece of paper can really speak to the validity of your skill and stick in a hiring manager’s mind.”

That’s really what I was trying to speak to, the fact that you have to find a way to separate yourself from other candidates, and VERY FEW people can do that solely with a resume.

Really valued your insights lately Scott, and appreciate your contributions to these important discussions!