How to write a cover letter

by fred 8. February 2010

Your cover letter is your chance to make a good first impression with an employer and it is arguably more effective than your resume. Resumes are usually impersonal lists of experiences, education and accomplishments. Your cover letter allows you to tell a compelling story that provides a personal, relatable context for your resume....

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Executive Cover Letter Guide

by fred 3. February 2010

You may have prepared a cover letter before, but an executive cover letter needs something really special. It cannot be "a standard cover letter" that simply tells a prospective employer you want an interview because these types of jobs are in high demand, because there is a lot of competition, and you're going to have to stand out...

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An introduction to Executive Resume Writing

by fred 25. January 2010
Writing an executive resume is a big deal, and should be treated as such. When you are applying to such high-level positions, you should take every precaution to ensure you are doing everything in your power to land the job. This implies taking the time and effort needed to ensure that your executive resume is unique, polished and makes you stand out....View Full Post...

Top 10 Engineering Resume Tips

by fred 21. January 2010

Becoming an engineer is not easy and, therefore, a strong engineering resume is essential for anyone to get a job in that field. A good engineer resume should indeed make the reader want to continue reading and, eventually, contact the applicant for a job interview. A successful job seeker will want...

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How to apply to government jobs

by fred 19. August 2009
Applying to government jobs is pretty easy. Instead of having to check each agency's website, just go to USAJobs.com, which is the officilal Federal employment site. Use their job search to find openings that match your profile and area. Make sure, you match the job's requirements, which are usually listed under Qualifications and Evaluations....View Full Post...

Executive Resume Myths

by fred 27. July 2009
If you're considering applying for job vacancies at the executive level, things can get pretty complex in no time. However, as long as you are prepared and informed, you can prepare an executive resume that is sure to land you the job that you want. Sadly, there is a plethora of misconceptions and myths about executive resume writing out there....View Full Post...

Engineering Resume 101

by fred 14. July 2009
Writing an engineering resume isn’t like writing a regular resume. Engineers are subject to a higher standard and must as a result provide a more professional and focused resume to prospective employers so that they can meet their criteria for being hired. There are a several differences between engineer resumes and other resumes, and once you’re...View Full Post...

The Goverment is Hiring

by fred 10. June 2009

For those of you who are interested in working for Uncle Sam, new positions are being opened as part of the stimulus package. Here are main areas where you will be able to find these new jobs:

  • Energy
  • Environment
  • Infrastructure
  • Health Care
  • Education

In terms of positions,...

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Resume Guarantees

by fred 21. April 2009

When ordering a resume from a professional resume writing companies, one of the most important elements you should consider is what type of guarantee they offer. For example, if they don't offer any type of guarantee, this is obviously a red flag that this company might not be good.

When it comes to resume writing, the industry...

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Resume Writing Certifications that matter

by fred 15. April 2009

With all the resume services out there, one of the ways to make sure that they are the right qualifications to write your resume is to check what type of certification they have. There are several professional resume writing certificates available and here are a few that are trustworthy and will...

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