After sending in a job application, it is always a good idea to follow up with your prospective employer. This email gives you another opportunity to present your strengths and show that you are interested in the job. Be sure to include any information Continue reading »
After interviewing for a job, it is highly recommended that you call back your potential employer. Calling after an interview will help you stand out above other applicants, and Continue reading »
A bad credit history can do more than just get in the way of securing a loan or applying for a new credit card. Unpaid debts and other bad credit history items can stand in the way of you getting a job. If you’re looking for a new job, Continue reading »
Even in these uncertain times, there are ways to prove you’re a valuable employee and make a layoff less likely. Work can be extremely stressful as more companies continue to lay off staff. Most employees are overworked because of layoffs, and the fear of being the next person to be handed a “pink slip” makes our work environment even more stressful. When layoffs are necessary, Continue reading »
Administrative services managers are responsible for planning, coordinating and directing many different services that make it possible for organizations to operate in an efficient manner. These duties might include equipment procurement, facilities maintenance and space allocation. Administrative services managers may also be responsible for Continue reading »
If you think your part-time job is not worthy of inclusion on your resume, think again. Part-time jobs can be just as effective in giving potential employers a snapshot of your skills and experience. This is especially true if the experience directly relates to a full-time job you wish to pursue. When you are competing for a position against hundreds of other candidates, Continue reading »
Writing a cover letter often seems like a particularly daunting task. However, if you take it one step at a time, you’ll soon be an expert at writing cover letters to send with your resume.
A cover letter typically accompanies each resume you send out. Your cover letter may make the difference between obtaining a job interview and having your resume ignored, so, it makes good sense to devote the necessary time and effort to writing effective cover letters.
A cover letter should complement, not duplicate your resume. Its purpose is to interpret the data-oriented, factual resume and add a personal touch. A cover letter is often your earliest written contact with a potential employer, creating a critical first impression.
There are three general types of cover letters:
The application letter which responds to a known job opening (review samples)
The prospecting letter which inquires about possible positions (review sample)
The networking letter which requests information and assistance in your job search (review samples)
Your cover letter should be designed specifically for each purpose outlined above as well as for each position you seek. Do not design a form letter and send it to every potential employer (you know what you do with junk mail!).
Effective cover letters explain the reasons for your interest in the specific organization and identify your most relevant skills or experiences (remember, relevance is determined by the employer’s self-interest). They should express a high level of interest and knowledge about the position.
Next, what to include, how to format your cover letter, and following up with prospective employers.
When you are job hunting, it’s important to choose a type of cover letter that is appropriate for how you are applying for a job or requesting job search assistance.
There are three different types of cover letters including application letters, letters of interest, and networking letters. The cover letter you use will be determined by whether you are applying directly for a job or seeking job search help.
Learn how to prioritize, organize and summarize information in the curriculum can help you get noticed, and even to get the job! The following information provides some helpful hints and tips that can help you create a resume as impressive as you are! Continue reading »
Probably the biggest change you will notice is that interviewers will ask you more-detailed questions about your work experience and focus less on your academic history. They want to know what you have learned and accomplished in your present job and will probably probe for specific evidence that you can effectively perform the job for which they are hiring.
Not surprisingly, you should also be prepared to explain why you are looking for another job. Avoid giving an answer that conveys a negative attitude toward your present or former employer (“My boss hates everything I do,” for example). Continue reading »
Have you received an invitation to interview? Then you may be happy, because the first major hurdle has been cleared. But in order to survive in the job interview requires some preparation. Continue reading »
