Example Cover Letters

This dissects some real world example cover letters from my career in IT. As a software developer, I have started a new job every 2 years since graduating university in 1996. That's a lot of cover letters...

How to Perform Salary Research

When changing jobs, it is always a good idea to know what salary someone with your skill-set should be demanding. This information is often hard to find because people generally don't like talking about how...

Cover Letter Template

Date Your Name Your Address Your City, State, Zip Code Your Phone # Your Email Employer Name Company Address City, State, Zip Code Dear Mr/Ms Smith, (Or use Dear Sir/Madam if you don't have a contact...

Cover Letter Example - Four Cover Letter Secrets To Get YOU The Job Interview!

Cover letter example - ASKING is essential. Without the question, the hiring manager has no reason to respond. Your cover letter might read well, but unless you ask for an interview, the manager will likely set your letter aside. You risk the chance of never hearing from that person about your interest in the job opening...

Preparing For An Interview - The Importance of Appearance

Preparing For An Interview-The Importance of Appearance "Dress for Success."Most people have heard and seen this slogan on television, in magazine articles, in fashion stores. It's become such a common...

How To Make a Resume

When job hunting, it is important for you to know how to make a resume – a great one, which set you apart from the crowd and help you land the job. Aattractive style and solid content will make your resume stand out among all the other resumes the potential employer receives.

Write a Resume That is Clear and Precise

Example Cover Letters - Preparing a resume can feel overwhelming. You may worry that your vocabulary is limited, your sentence structure wobbly, and your punctuation weak. Worry no more! You can get help with...

How to Write a Post-Interview Cover Letter

A Unique Cover Letter Tip for a Tough Job Market

Think of your cover letter as a knock on the door. When someone opens the door you're standing there ready to introduce yourself and to share your qualifications for the job opening. This is a proactive,...

How to Block Stress Before the Interview

Just the thought of an interview can set your heart a-thumping. Even the word itself––interview––can bring on cold hands and stomach jitters. When you enter the office and face the employer you may...