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More than Just Words: Keywords
The advent of job seeking on the internet has led to both great and terrible things for job seekers. Jobs are now easier to search for, and geographic location no longer limits networking to your immediate area. On the other hand, however, it has become harder for job seekers to stand out in the job search, in part because of the implementation of programs known as “ATS” or Applicant Tracking Systems. These systems scan through applicant resumes and cover letters, ranking them based on keyword saturation. The higher the count of keywords in your resume, the more likely it will be pushed...
read moreThe 12 Days of Career Coaching: Day 8
On the eighth day of Career Coaching, the eight maids a-milking inspire Katy to show you why you should “milk” your best experiences by including them on both your resume and cover letter! See the one minute video below for her excellent tips! If you enjoyed this video, and want more career coaching advice, hop over to Youtube and subscribe to our channel: Your Career Clarity Are you thinking of making a career change in the New Year? Would you like some career coaching to help you make that transition? Email us at info@careersolutionsgroup.net. We offer free initial...
read moreTen Don’ts on Your Next Cover Letter
Approaching a cover letter can be a difficult task, especially if you’ve burnt yourself out writing a resume. However, it doesn’t have to be a lengthy, grueling process if you keep these pieces of advice in mind. Here are ten do nots for your next cover letter: Don’t rehash your entire resume. The point of the cover letter is to act as a supplement to your resume, not to repeat it. Focus on the most relevant skills for the position, and explain why you would be an excellent fit. Don’t be generic. It’s easy to write a one-size-fits-all cover letter and call it a day, but this will end up...
read moreThe Value of a Cover Letter
So you’ve found a job you would really like to have. You prepare your resume, format it nicely, and send it off to the company. A month later, and you still haven’t heard from them. Any number of things could have happened, but one possibility is this: you didn’t include a cover letter, so they didn’t read your resume. Cover letters are becoming an increasingly neglected part of the application process, which is unfortunate because cover letters can very much advocate for you when applying for a job. In his article “Job hunting: The real value of a cover letter,” (link here) Dave Johnson...
read moreKnock, knock…Who’s there? Your cover letter!
Do I really need a cover letter? YES! It is the “knock on the door” before being invited in. Cover letters are an introduction to skills, expertise, and background that your resume cannot convey. A resume is focused on you; a cover letter is focused on the company. Your cover letter allows you to emphasize specific examples in your career that relate to the job you are applying for. When writing your cover letter, be brief. Most hiring managers will only glance at your cover letter. Who are you and why are you here? Have a strong opening statement. Catch their attention right away by...
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