According to Sue Campbell who wrote Secrets of a Great Resume, there are five important rules to keep in mind when updating your resume.
1. Don't lie
2. Know your reader
3. Know yourself
4. Include all relevant information
5. Exclude all irrelevant information (n.d.)
Sue's rules for a great resume really do work and should be kept in mind for anyone updating their resume. I know it is very tempting to elaborate or even sometimes state a small lie to make yourself seem more appealing, but if you can't live up to what you say you will not get the job anyway. You should also be fully aware of your audience, and update your resume according to what the job description says. If an employer puts a large emphasis on customer service, then you should incorporate all your experiences in the past working with customers. Futhermore, everything on your resume should be relevant. Only add extra things that show your character if you have room, and if you think it would be of value to the employer.
According to Rachel Mork who wrote Five Secrets to Great Cover Letters, there are five important things to remember when trying to sell yourself through a cover letter.
1. Make the first sentence shine
2. Tell them why they need you
3. Highlight your qualifications
4. Tailor your pitch
5. Use active language (2011)
These five secrets are very important and should be considered when writing up your cover letter. Remember, that a cover letter is your first impression so you better make it a good one. That is why your first sentence should be unique to catch the readers attention. Also highlighting your qualifications, and telling them why they need you is your opportunity to set yourself apart from all the other applicants. Once you have perfected your cover letter, it is tempting to use the same cover letter for every job you apply to. However, that is not the case. You need to customize each cover letter to match the job you are applying for. You want the employer to know that you are enthusiastic and have drive. You can do this by constantly tweaking your cover letter and using active language.
1. Don't lie
2. Know your reader
3. Know yourself
4. Include all relevant information
5. Exclude all irrelevant information (n.d.)
Sue's rules for a great resume really do work and should be kept in mind for anyone updating their resume. I know it is very tempting to elaborate or even sometimes state a small lie to make yourself seem more appealing, but if you can't live up to what you say you will not get the job anyway. You should also be fully aware of your audience, and update your resume according to what the job description says. If an employer puts a large emphasis on customer service, then you should incorporate all your experiences in the past working with customers. Futhermore, everything on your resume should be relevant. Only add extra things that show your character if you have room, and if you think it would be of value to the employer.
According to Rachel Mork who wrote Five Secrets to Great Cover Letters, there are five important things to remember when trying to sell yourself through a cover letter.
1. Make the first sentence shine
2. Tell them why they need you
3. Highlight your qualifications
4. Tailor your pitch
5. Use active language (2011)
These five secrets are very important and should be considered when writing up your cover letter. Remember, that a cover letter is your first impression so you better make it a good one. That is why your first sentence should be unique to catch the readers attention. Also highlighting your qualifications, and telling them why they need you is your opportunity to set yourself apart from all the other applicants. Once you have perfected your cover letter, it is tempting to use the same cover letter for every job you apply to. However, that is not the case. You need to customize each cover letter to match the job you are applying for. You want the employer to know that you are enthusiastic and have drive. You can do this by constantly tweaking your cover letter and using active language.
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