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A cover letter introduces you to the potential employer. It is designed to get the reader’s attention and inspire them to read your resume in great detail. When well constructed, a cover letter can get your resume read by twice as many hiring managers. It can’t get you the job, but definitely helps you get your foot in the door.
Ingredients of a Good Cover Letter
Contact Information – All effective cover letters must include a way to contact you. There’s nothing worse than sending out a cover letter, getting the …

One of the biggest advantageous of an interview, is that it gives you an opportunity to form a connection with the interviewer. That connection will make it harder for the interviewer to pass you up when making the final decision to hire. Building a personal connection starts with the introduction. When you first meet the interviewer, you have an opportunity to establish a solid connection immediately.
Positioning- It is polite to stand when being introduced to anyone. When the interviewer comes into the room, be sure to stand up and …

Most interviewers like to start an interview with an information session. They will tell you key information about the job you’re interviewing for. If you’re lucky they will tell you all about the company, current projects, and the team to give you a sense of what you might be getting into. This session gives you an opportunity to learn about the job your interviewing for, but it also gives you a chance to prepare even more for the Q&A Session.
Understand the interviewer: Everything the interviewer tells you during this session …

The key to success in any interview is preparation. The hiring manager has taken the time to read your resume and even possible research you. The least you can do is show similar respect by researching the company you’ll be interviewing with. If you have time, it is also wise to research the hiring manager as well.
Employer information from the library: There are many ways to research a hiring company and hiring managers. Your local librarian can help out, most likely they will be able to pull up demographics on …

Recent college grads are facing challenges not seen in most markets. In a recession, college grads are competing against job seekers with 10+ years of experience, even for entry level jobs. In many cases, highly experienced people are taking internships, just to stay relevant in their industry. This makes it very hard for most students to find a career, let alone a career that relates to their degree. Fortunately, there are still a few viable options for Echo Boomers & Gen Next.
Internships: In a recession, the role of an intern …