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Job Hunting Tips Part 2: The Dos and Don’ts of Cover Letters
June 21, 2012 by harpermac11@gmail.comSimilar to how a resume is an introduction to the applicant, a cover letter introduces the resume to potential employers. In addition to this initial introduction, cover letters offer applicants the opportunity to animate the document with a voice and personality that is often impossible to convey with the technical nature of resumes. Although a cover letter comes with a great deal of potential to positively affect the reader’s impression of the applicant, it also has the potential to leave a negative image when poor tactics are used. To make an ideal impression on employers, a cover letter should be structured around the following dos and don’ts. Continue Reading
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Job Hunting Tips Part 1: The Dos and Don’ts of Resume Writing
by harpermac11@gmail.comThe resume is a key factor in the job-hunting process because it’s essentially the first impression applicants will give to potential employers. Although they don’t count for everything, good first impressions can often lead to phone interviews and even in-person meetings, which can ultimately lead to a job offer if the impression remains positive. Most applicants understand the general importance of a resume, but many are totally lost when it comes to composing an impressive document. To help these wayward job-seekers, the following dos and don’ts list acts as a helpful guide during the resume writing process. Continue Reading
