After you’ve written a great cover letter and resume and sent everything on its merry way, the real work of getting a job begins. Following up on all the resumes you’ve sent is not fun. Maybe that’s why many don’t follow up. It does take guts. No one wants to experience the downside of getting... » Read Full Article
It is astonishing how many recruiters say they receive resumes and cover letters filled with spelling errors. A spelling slip-up, even a minor one, says more about you than the most articulate choice of words. For instance, is it “too” or “to”? Did you write “it’s” or “its”? Just those two words alone count for... » Read Full Article
ResumeEdge attended the CCA national convention in Orlando on June 14th and June 15th. A common theme heard among the attendees is the notion that students must learn how to prepare a resume. Having a professional write the resume for them serves no educational value. We couldn’t agree more. Resume preparation, like leadership, is very... » Read Full Article
Resume Best Practices & Standards1. Resume Design: Selecting the right design template to showcase your accomplishments based on your industry is important. If you’re in a conservative industry (banking, accounting), your template should reflect that and not lean heavily on designer fonts or frivolous designs.2. Page Length: Recruiters and Hiring Managers prefer resumes to be... » Read Full Article
by Darlene Zambruski, ResumeEdge.com Managing Editor, CPRW, SME Creating a succinct and attractive resume that contains well-prioritized data is one of the major challenges facing candidates today. Not only will an applicant’s resume be competing against hundreds of others, it must clearly portray the candidate in the most favorable light and as the most appropriate... » Read Full Article
by Darlene Zambruski, ResumeEdge.com Managing Editor, CPRW, SME Publications are generally included in a Curriculum Vitae (CV) for scientific and academic professionals. The standards of presentation have evolved so that consistency is maintained throughout. This includes: 1. Placing your and co-author names as they appear in the publication.2. Bolding your name.3. Maintaining consistency in presentation... » Read Full Article
by Darlene Zambruski, ResumeEdge.com Managing Editor, CPRW, SME At first glance, your resume should answer two important questions for a hiring manager: 1. Who You Are2. How You Can Be ContactedWho You Are This includes your name and any professional designations you have obtained, such as an MBA, Ph.D., RN, MD, or any of a... » Read Full Article
by Darlene Zambruski, ResumeEdge.com Managing Editor, CPRW, SME Because a cover letter is your first chance to make a lasting impression with a hiring manager it must be professional. To accomplish this: 1. Always use the same heading for your cover letter that you have used in your resume. 2. Whenever possible, use the hiring... » Read Full Article
by Darlene Zambruski, ResumeEdge.com Managing Editor, CPRW, SME There are generally three cover letter types for the jobseeker: 1. Those sent to a specified person (eg: the hiring authority)2. Those sent in response to a “blind” advertisement (eg: only PO Box or Job Reference # is provided)3. Those sent to recruiters Cover Letters Sent to... » Read Full Article
by David Jensen, ResumeEdge.com Editor, CPRW, CEIPYou might wonder if a cover letter is necessary when you submit a résumé. Unless otherwise instructed, a cover letter should accompany every résumé. A cover letter compels your reader to review your résumé. Your résumé presents factual information about your qualifications, experience, and educational credentials. You use the... » Read Full Article
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