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As I was reviewing resumes for an open position at my job, I noticed that a handful of people had submitted their resumes with track changes! :beli:
Not that I have to say this here, but make sure you proofread and have others proofread for you as well. And make sure you're uploading the correct version of your documents. Another woman had submitted her resume and the author was "sexxxy**~~~" :stopitslime: minor oversights can cost you.
 

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As I was reviewing resumes for an open position at my job, I noticed that a handful of people had submitted their resumes with track changes! :beli:
Not that I have to say this here, but make sure you proofread and have others proofread for you as well. And make sure you're uploading the correct version of your documents. Another woman had submitted her resume and the author was "sexxxy**~~~" :stopitslime: minor oversights can cost you.
3 x's :scusthov:
 

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Brehs what do you write in the body of the email if they request cover letter to be attached?

It looks bad if I just say Please see attached ... But then again it's not a good look if I write a half assed paragraph resembling a cover letter and say that actual one is attached.
 

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Brehs what do you write in the body of the email if they request cover letter to be attached?

It looks bad if I just say Please see attached ... But then again it's not a good look if I write a half assed paragraph resembling a cover letter and say that actual one is attached.
That is more or less what you do though. Basic salutations, and then state exactly what is attached.
 
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Can anyone help a breh out with updating my resume? Also I've never done a cover letter. Can I get a good example of one?
 

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How do yall feel about the objective part on a resume?
I feel it takes up space, and says what should be said in the cover letter. Like when ppl say "seeking position to utilize my skills in..." that doesn't belong there. Accomplishments, if any, should be there. Like if your responsibilities doubled in a short time span, or something like that
Can anyone help a breh out with updating my resume? Also I've never done a cover letter. Can I get a good example of one?
http://www.askamanager.org/2013/11/this-is-a-resume-and-cover-letter-that-work.html
This example is a pretty good one, also this site is pretty good with advice on anything job related
what job are you looking to write a cover letter for?
 
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I feel it takes up space, and says what should be said in the cover letter. Like when ppl say "seeking position to utilize my skills in..." that doesn't belong there. Accomplishments, if any, should be there. Like if your responsibilities doubled in a short time span, or something like that

http://www.askamanager.org/2013/11/this-is-a-resume-and-cover-letter-that-work.html
This example is a pretty good one, also this site is pretty good with advice on anything job related
what job are you looking to write a cover letter for?[/QUOTE

Nothing in particular I just want my ish to be right when the time comes.
 

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What's the best way to go about actively looking for work while working?

Not just resumes but interviews too.
 
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