Perhaps the most important weapon in the job search is a strongly put-together resume and cover letter. The resume creates the first impression, while the cover letter allows you to break away from the pack. No matter whether it is your first job or a change in career, using a good template for a customized…
Job hunting can be a long-winded and frustrating process. But the interview itself is by far the most daunting prospect of all. After all, this could be your only chance to set the winning impression needed to land the job. Whether you’re unemployed or looking for a better paid role doesn’t matter. Preparing yourself for…
Because there is no single formula or model cover letter sample that is applicable for all occasions, I’m going to use as an example the actual cover letter that I created for my own job search. First, below is the actual job ad for one of the jobs I applied for (and got!). I highlighted…
Becoming a tattoo artist can be a great way to live out your dreams of being an artist. As a tattoo artist, ever day will be an inspiring and creative venture and you’ll have stories to tell for the rest of your life. When it comes down to it, the stigma that used to plague…
An offshore oil rig job can be a little bit like working on your own private island. You usually have the sun and the sea all in front of you. Not only that, but your living arrangements are taken care of – and so are you meals. However, when you are looking for an offshore…
Recruitment agencies can be an excellent source of information when it comes to searching for your next job opportunity. Whatever your sector, there’ll be a job agency dedicated to it, and it can be worth looking into these while searching. Specialist recruitment agencies can be a handy tool in finding opportunities in your sector, with…
Architecture is a fun, challenging, and rewarding career for a lot of reasons. When you think about it, architecture — along with being a highly respected position within society — is a field of study that combines a lot of pretty interesting and intensive practices into one very comprehensive idea. There is certainly an element…
There are a lot of people who make some pretty good money by having their own eBay business. So, if you’re someone who has been thinking about starting one of your own, we certainly can see why you would want to. However, as with any kind of endeavor (especially one that involves money), it’s always…
This post is the last in my series about resume cover letters. Here are some final tips to help ensure that your cover letter gives your resume that extra boost to make it stand out. If You Make Printed Copies, Be Sure They’re Attractive For those relatively few instances today where you’re actually mailing out…
This post continues with my cover letter advice. Though it may seem that I’m going a bit overboard with all this advice about something this simple, I can’t begin to tell you how many really awful cover letters I’ve received over the years. The vast majority of cover letters I receive are generic and tell…
I’d like to talk a bit about cover letters, as it’s been my experience that this is one of the most overlooked things that people do when looking for a job. This is really unfortunate because I have to tell you that, as a hiring manager, I just love getting a good cover letter with…
How effective is your cover letter? When applying for jobs, be sure to include a well-structured cover letter with your resume to accent your best qualities and encourage readers to look at your resume. 1. Follow standard business letter format. Use single spacing, twelve-point font, a readable script (such as Times New Roman), and one-inch…