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When you apply for a position listed online, you only have one chance to make a good first impression, and your résumé is your only tool. You are sending out a representation of yourself, so here are 10 tips I have compiled to help you send the right message.
175 Power Verbs and Phrases for Resumes, Cover Letters, and Interviews (25 Aug 2006)
One of the cardinal rules of effective writing is to make your word choice powerful by selecting strong verbs, nouns, adjectives, and adverbs. Do your resumes, cover letters, and interview responses need a grammatical boost? Then try one or more of these 175 power verbs and phrases to improve your written and verbal word choice today.
3 Cover Letter Secrets Revealed (25 Aug 2006)
Writing a cover letter can be like cleaning your garage -- you don't know where to start ... and you just want it done.
3 Sides To I Already Submitted My Resume (25 Aug 2006)
Candidates who submit their resumes online to job boards, or what they believe to be direct to hiring authorities, run the risk of three common problems. These include:
5 Resume Mistakes Telecommuters Often Make (25 Aug 2006)
Finding a legit telecommute job can be difficult. Telecommute jobs are in high demand and hundreds if not thousands of other people are competing for the same position.
7 Secrets of a Highly-Effective Resume Cover Letter (25 Aug 2006)
Just like the late, great Rodney Dangerfield, the "humble" cover letter gets no respect.
7 Tips for Writing Winning Resume Cover Letters (25 Aug 2006)
Writing a good resume cover letter is something you should seriously consider when preparing to send off your resume to potential employers. Here are seven important cover letter writing tips: Addr...
7 Tips Toward Building A Successful Online Resume (25 Aug 2006)
Having your resume listed online can be advantageous to you. Read these seven tips before you post your personal information today!
8 Resume Editing Tips (25 Aug 2006)
It's amazing what a well-written and nicely presented résumé can do for your job search. Before you send yours out, follow this checklist to ensure you are sending out an excellent quality representation of yourself.
A Killer Secret To Get Your Cover Letter Read (25 Aug 2006)
You have three seconds to nab your reader in any written communication. Do it with a smashing title or headline!
A Resume Writing Sample Can Make the Process Easier (25 Aug 2006)
Writing your own resume is not rocket science, but it does involve time and thought if you want to develop a marketing piece that sells your qualifications as well as possible.
Use this resume-writing sample to help you master the process so that your resume looks better than your competitors' resumes.
Accomplishments and Your Resume (25 Aug 2006)
Stating your accomplishments in a factual, definable way is essential in creating a resume that GETS READ. Employers want to know specifics: not just what you DID, but SUCCESSFUL you were at what you did. SHOW THEM in your resume and get the interview.
Acting Tip: Acting Resumes, Cover Letters, and Headshots, Oh My! (25 Aug 2006)
Amy's suggestions for creating a great cover letter and resume for actors. Break a leg!
Applying for a Job in Another Country? International Resumes (25 Aug 2006)
Preparing yourself for a significant change in your life and career by moving abroad? This article discusses what should one consider while creating an International resume.
Are Resumes Vital? Only If You Want A Job (25 Aug 2006)
An outstanding resume is a crucial job search tool. A mediocre one isn't worth the paper it's printed on.
Beat the Crowd with Winning Resume Cover Letters (25 Aug 2006)
Far too many people underestimate the importance of resume cover letters. In a sense, a well written cover letter works like an agent on your behalf. It tosses a sales pitch for you to the employer, explaining why you should be at the top of the list for interview calls. Taking the time to write a cover letter tells the employer you are willing to go above and beyond; not just simply slap a resume in an envelope and mail it.
Build A Resume Before You Write A Resume (25 Aug 2006)
Are you happily employed? Then you should be looking for a job. Job search begins now, while you still have an opportunity to build your resume.
Build Your Resume to Get Noticed (25 Aug 2006)
Your resume and cover letter are often the first and only impression an employer will have of you prior to an interview, and the basis by which you will or will not be selected for an interview. Your resume and cover letter should therefore reflect your qualities and experience that are most relevant to the position for which you are applying.
Can You Afford to Write Your Own Resume? (25 Aug 2006)
In today's economy, if you can save a buck or two, you are ahead of the game! However, as the saying goes, "penny wiser, pound foolish," there are times when scrimping to save can be more costly in the end. This article will provide you with a quick overview of what skills you need to write your own resume and a case scenario to demonstrate the difference between spending and making a wise investment in having your resume professionally prepared.
Career Advice: Are Resumes Obsolete As A Primary Job Search Tool? (25 Aug 2006)
While a resume is no longer a job seekers best friend, it's still a necessary and important communication tool that bridges an information gap between you and your prospective employer. Prepare and use it as a secondary contact resource. Allow your personality and communication skills to be the primary instruments of your success.
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