Recent comments on my Job Search series from about a year and a half ago suggest that with the current high unemployment, job seekers could benefit from this information today. If you’re seeking employment, I encourage you to read the entire series. Those posts include practical and detailed information about resumes, cover letters, and job interviews. I’ve been an … Read more
Your cover letter did its job and got your resume reviewed. Your resume did its job and got you an interview. Now what? Don’t just expect to show up at the appointed time without preparation and get the job. If you want to be successful, you need to prepare for the interview. You will find … Read more
When I wrote the post about writing a resume, I did not intend to create a series. That post has become the most popular I’ve written. Part of the popularity, of course, came about because the post was part of a group writing project and was Stumbled several times. However, there does seem to be a strong … Read more
Job-seekers often think they need a resume that will get them the job. However, the purpose of the resume isn’t to get you the job. The purpose of the resume is to get you the interview. For most positions, hiring managers are faced with a formidable stack of resumes. Just like editors reviewing writers’ query letters, … Read more