Cover letters are a challenge to write for two reasons. The first being that we rarely write letters anymore. Quick emails, messages, and comments are crafted, drafted, and sent by the dozens. But complete letters with full paragraphs and formal sign offs? It’s been a while. How long should a cover letter be in a world […]
If your resume were a book, your resume objective would be the blurb on the cover flap. Usually just a few sentences long, it’s a short summary intended to capture the attention of the reader. Whereas a book’s blurb might set the scene for the story or give a sneak peek into the plot, a resume […]
The skills section isn’t the main feature of your resume, but it’s still a mighty tool. Aside from the main portion, which consists of your work experience and education, a list of skills is a small but important part of the overall picture. A strong skills section usually contains about 10 skills (in a list […]
Were you recently laid off? Are you tired of your current role and looking for a new job in an entirely different industry? If so, the job search may be daunting. According to CareerBuilder, job seekers spend an average of 11 hours per week looking for employment. The site also indicates that the average job search […]
A grueling job search is never a fun spot to be in. Not only must you scour the job boards, but you must also create a polished resume, write cover letters, and get your LinkedIn up to date. Today we’re here to help you with one of these things — creating a functional resume. A […]