Paula Fernandes Business News Daily Contributing Writer Updated Jun 29, 2022 When submitting a job application, your resume can only go so far. Resumes tell prospective employers about your experience and education, but they are essentially fact sheets. A cover letter gives applicants the opportunity to share more detailed information on why they’d be a good… Read More »
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13 Ways to Be a Great Team Player at Work
Vicky Oliver It may sound obvious, but most people prefer to work with those who are team oriented. A survey found that 79 percent of employers look for this attribute in job candidates.[1] The words “team player” are often bandied about (on resumes, in particular). But what does it mean to truly be a team… Read More »
Personal vs. Professional References: What’s the Difference?
By Indeed Editorial Team February 22, 2021 Companies use a variety of tools, including references, to determine if you are a good candidate for a position. References can be professional or personal in nature, depending on the information the company is hoping to find. In this article, we explain what references are, why businesses… Read More »
How To Make Your Job Application Stand Out
Mar 29, 2022, Caroline Castrillon Faced with too many job openings and not enough people to fill them, employers find it difficult to recruit top talent. If you’re trying to make a career pivot, you may also be competing against more qualified candidates. That’s why it’s still important to make your job application stand out… Read More »
11 Reasons Your Job Application Gets Tossed
Erin Kennedy – March 14, 2021 So…you are on a company website or job board, and you find a position you would be perfect for! Your heart starts pounding because you KNOW this is the one. You start reading through the requirements for application and start taking the steps. You hit “submit” and wait… Read More »
What is the Purpose of References in Your Job Application?
Posted by Jenny – EGGCELLENT WORK FEBRUARY 13, 2022 Preparing a professional reference list to attach to the updated resume can be confusing and complicated. However, there is a difference between having close associates and distant colleagues. Click the link below to learn more about the purpose of references and how crucial they are during… Read More »
10 Current Resume Trends & Forecasts for 2022/2023 You Should Be Thinking About
By Nestor Gilbert The first step to getting hired is impressing the hiring manager through your resume. Formatting, content, and functionality of your resume are only some of the factors you must consider. You must get them right if you want to secure the position you are applying for. In this article, we will lay… Read More »