Why Project Resume Beats AI Every Time!

Hey there! If you're a medical coder on the job hunt, I've got some insider info that'll change the game for your resume. You've probably seen those AI resume builders or generic templates online, right? Sure, they're quick and easy, but let's talk about why going with Project Resume is like having a secret weapon.

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WORK JOURNALS WORK FOR YOU!

I don’t know about you, but sometimes it can feel like I can’t even remember what I did this morning, let alone the work I completed over an entire year! A work journal is a quick, effective way to jot down accomplishments you’ve met, projects that you’ve worked on, and milestones you’ve achieved.

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DON'T SETTLE

I have a confession to make. I used to move from job to job quite often; every 18 months or so. It even became a running joke with my friends and family! When I started working after finishing my education, I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to do, or what kind of organization I wanted to work for, so switching jobs seemed almost natural and organic.

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HIRING NEWLY CREDENTIALED CODERS

Almost every coder has faced the same situation. While looking for their first coding job, they are told:

You need a job to gain experience, but you can’t get a job without experience.

It is a classic catch-22, and the cause of anxiety and frustration for many newly-credentialed coders, who are anxious and excited to get their foot in the door of the coding field. However, the changing landscape of healthcare, and changes within the coding field, command the question: Is coding experience truly necessary for success within every coding position?

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PREPARING FOR AN INTERVIEW

Preparing for an interview is almost as important as the interview itself. When a call comes in to schedule an interview with a company, the first step is, of course, celebration! The second step is preparation. Confidence during an interview is key to presenting your best self, and preparation encourages your confidence.

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COMMUNICATION IS KEY!

Telephone, email, text, even faxing? There are so many ways to communicate nowadays. But no matter the method you use, there is one thing that will never change: Communication is key to success in the job search process!

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NETWORKING FOR MEDICAL CODERS

The word “networking” often conjures up images of a huge conference room full of people in suits, giving fake smiles and firm handshakes. But networking opportunities are much more organic, and often are all around us. Networking skills are possibly the most important skills that a coder can obtain, second only to actual coding skills!

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THE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN RECRUITERS AND CODERS

With the growth of medical coding and the need for medical coders, recruiters have become an integral part of the hiring process for employers. Recruiters can alleviate anxiety for coders and act as a “go between” with employers and new coders who are unsure of what to expect in the job search process.

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REMOTE WORK ENVIRONMENTS

Remote Work Environments.

These three words mean many things to many different people. A medical coder may have a completely different vision of remote work than a manager does. Over time, the very definition of a remote work environment has changed. What is a good expectation for working in a remote environment?

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