Making the decision to change careers can be exciting, but it can also be a bit frightening. While you’ve likely established yourself in your current field, now you must show hiring managers why you would be a good fit in this new role you are pursuing. While your...
Cover letters are something many job seekers dread writing. They’re not sure what to say or even whether a hiring manager will actually read it. But keep this in mind: if you send a cover letter, you have a 50/50 chance of the person reading it; if you don’t send a...
There is much debate over the value of the cover letter. Some employers require one while others make it optional. A cover letter can provide a strong introduction to who you are and what you have to offer. It can entice the hiring manager to want to find out more....
A cover letter can be a perfect complement to your resume and give your application that extra boost it needs. Some employers actually require one as part of the process. But oftentimes job seekers waste this opportunity to grab a hiring manager’s attention. Their...
Hiring managers get dozens or even hundreds of applications for job openings. They spend a short time scanning through applicants to pull out those that have an initial fit and move on from there. That leaves many people off the radar from early on. Job seekers...
Out Sick: Addressing Long-Term Illness on a Resume 
