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Resume and Cover Letter Tips That Are Sure To Get

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Kizzy Hatcher

Career Coach

Calhoun College

What is a Resume’?

A resume’ is a continued work in progress. It should be updated as new achievements, jobs and other professional credits that are achieved.

What should my resume’ consist of?

Contact information: (name, address, phone number with area code, city, state, zip code, and email address); this should be at the top of the page.

Focus statement: (brief statement that tells about the position you are interested in).

What should my resume’ consist of? (Continued)

Professional experiences: this follows the focus statement in the chronological resume’.

In the functional resume: special skills may proceed.

Educational background: degrees and professional certifications.

Tips for Creating a Good Resume’

Be honest, accurate, and truthful about skills, credentials and work history.

Keep it simple, easy to read and interesting.

Never write in first person (I, my, we, our, etc.)

Have several people to proofread the resume’

What is a cover letter?

Accompanying letter: a letter sent with another document or package, providing necessary or additional information.

It tells about yourself.

Why is a cover letter important?

A cover letter is your opportunity to introduce and promote yourself.

Use the cover letter to give potential employers an idea of who you are.

What goes in a cover letter?

Your street, city, state, zip code should be typed on one line each.

(Double space)then type the name of the employer, title and their address.

Salutation (employer’s name).

First paragraph-explain your reason for applying (a few sentences).

Next paragraph-reason why you are the best candidate for the job.

Final paragraph- not more than two or three sentences(thank employer for time/effort spent considering your application.

Lastly, put your name and signature written in ink.

General Tips

Attitude is everything.

Research the job position and company.

Dress the part.

When given the job interview, be on time.

Make good eye contact and speak clearly.

After interview write a short thank-you note to the interviewer.

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