Tips

Everyone could use some free advice.  We will update this section on an on-going basis.

1.      Make sure you follow directions – If asked to include your salary requirement, make sure you do it.  If you do not, more than likely your resume will not be reviewed.  If asked to include a reference number in the subject line, make sure to include it.

2.      Always include a cover letter unless it specifically states not to include it.  This gives recruiters additional information into your background.

3.      Keep your resume as short as possible.  One to two pages is enough.  Recruiters will look at your resume for only 6 to 8 seconds!

4.      Make sure your resume is easy to read.  Don’t try to cram too much information.  You only need to include specific information that is relevant to the position

5.      Do not include personal information on your resume such as your social security number; date of birth, marital status, and health condition

6.      Your name and contact information including your email address should be at the top of all your documents and the font should be easy to read.

7.      When you are searching for jobs, make sure your email address is appropriate.  The same goes for your voicemail greeting.  You don’t want to give your prospective employers the wrong idea.

8.      If a company calls you and you are not available, try to call them back as soon as possible.

9.      Make sure to post your resume on job boards such as Monster.com, Careerbuilder.com, Hotjobs.com and utilize local and niche job boards as well.

10.  Make sure to network and use networking sites such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Myspace.

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