In an increasingly online marketplace, applying for jobs often means sending your resume and cover letter electronically. Some companies have online application forms right on their Websites.
Creating the Ultimate Cover Letter
Cover letters are a very important part of your presentation, whether you’re a student in college or a candidate applying for a job. While there is virtually no limit to the different designs you can use with your cover letter, there are some general guidelines you will want to apply to make sure it is professional. It is first important to make sure your cover letter has an excellent appearance. The paper size used for cover letters is generally 8 and 1/2 by 11 inches.
The Power of an Online Resume
An online resume can make a powerful statement for the person who has one crafted to their liking. Have you updated your resume lately?
The Three Elements in a Winning Resume
As a recruiter, I’ve seen thousands of resumes ranging from very
Tips for Cover Letters to Get More Interviews
How to use a cover letter to get you more interviews. Tips on how to use bulleted or bold face formatting to get your resume noticed.
Tips To Creating Your Own Cover Letter Template
Using a cover letter template when job hunting is a logical and time saving measure. Your time is limited, so writing one basic one and using it as your template will simplify the application process, making you more efficient and hopefully employed all that much faster.
A basic template can be either bulleted sometimes called an Executive Summary or in paragraph form. The paragraph form of cover letter template is more traditional and preferred by many for the neat ap…
When the Job Search is Over, be Sure to Say Thanks
When writing a job acceptance letter be sure to show that you respect the hiring managers time by being direct, while still polite. And make sure that the letter is short and to the point.
Need Interviews? A Sample Letter for Following-Up Your Resume Submission
How to use a follow-up letter after submission of your resume. How to use it to make you look very professional.
Professionally Written Resume: Your Future Depends on It
Most people find it hard to write objectively and effectively about themselves. This is one major pitfall of writing your own resume. Equally important is understanding what employers are seeking in a resume. Do you know? The newest element to complicate writing your own resume is knowing how to format the resume for online searches, ensuring keywords are present and your background is well represented.
Savvy Job Seekers Express Appreciation
Using a thank you letter after interview practice will make interview practice seem real. Adding this sense of realism will do nothing but help you when it comes time for a real interview. Youll be comfortable and at ease and ready to present a real thank you letter, after having practiced the scenario beforehand.
With that in mind then going all the way in rehearsing for the interview and using it after interview practice just makes sense, and most serious job hunters wi…
Special Cover Letter Considerations For Teachers
Cover letters for teachers need to emphasize qualifications as well as attitude. Education professionals need to come into the field with an attitude of service coupled with a commitment to excellence and a desire to work closely with students. It should reflect all of these points, as should resumes for teachers, and any other self marketing materials used by education professionals.
When writing one for teachers most professional resume writers and job counselors take in…
Tell Them in Writing Thank You for Hiring Me!
This is an article about the importance of a thank you letter after you accept a job offer.