The truth is, yes, you probably should.
Is it as important as your resume? No, obviously your resume is the essential piece of jobseeker communication. The resume is where you should focus the majority of your efforts. But simply ignoring the cover letter isn’t a great idea. Read more
One of the most common requests from clients is a career change resume. Our current economic climate has left countless experienced professionals with years of expertise in a particular industry a precarious position, watching an entire industry or a position eradicated, outsourced, or irrevocably changed. Read more
Yes, it’s appropriate for an experienced professional to extend to more than one page. The old adage was that unless you were the President of the United States, you ought to keep it to one page. While old rules have loosened up, in resume writing, as in life, there’s something to be said for a clear, concise presentation. Read more
In a word, yes!! The job market is tough. Many job seekers are seeking out professional resume writers to help set themselves apart. If you’re going to invest in yourself with a professional resume, why not follow through with a thank you note? Read more
Unless you are already working in your high paying dream job, you should be networking to better your position both online through sites like LinkedIn and in person. You may have been downsized, or you may be a recent graduate looking for an entry into a chosen industry. You never know when an opportunity may place you in front of an influential person or a potential employer. There are countless impromptu scenarios and all of them call for a resume business card. Read more
