Effective Cover Letter Techniques by Linda Matias of www.careerstrides.com You’ve sent your resume to dozens of potential employers yet you haven’t heard back from any of them. You were certain that your detailed work history would attract many bites – what went wrong? The most likely cause of your predicament is a poorly constructed resume that reads more like a dull obituary than an attention-grabbing advertisement selling your skills and talent. Many potential employers are turned off by resumes that resemble carbon copies of Joe Schmo’s and will pitch these offenders into the trash bin. 10 STEPS TO A COMPELLING RESUME Resurrecting your resume is not a lost cause; you can create an attention-grabbing resume that advertises your unique skills and experience in a professional manner. As a qualified job seeker, you owe it to your career success to give serious attention to the first impression you make.
STIMULATING RESUMES MATTER Using the steps above will enable you to create a resume that stands out from the competition in a spirited job market. It is important that you also evaluate your unique needs and select a resume format that best represents your talents – be it a chronological, functional, or combination format. A resume is your first, or last, contact with a potential employer – make it your best.
Certified in all three areas of the job search—Certified Interview Coach ™ (CIC), Job & Career Transition Coach (JCTC), and Nationally Certified Resume Writer (NCRW)—Linda Matias is qualified to assist you in your career transition, whether it be a complete career makeover, interview preparation, or resume assistance. She is also the author of "How to Say It: Job Interviews" (Prentice Hall, August 2007). You can contact Linda Matias at linda @ careerstrides.com or visit her Website www.careerstrides.com for additional career advice and to view resume samples. We offer a confidential consultation. Information gathered online or in a one-on-one meeting will not be disclosed to any outside source. To learn more about our services:
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