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Job Search / Free Resume Template for Microsoft Word

This free resume template is designed to help you prepare a resume using Microsoft Word or OpenOffice.org. It doesn’t contain fancy colors or unique formatting styles that might identify your resume as having come from a resume template repository Continue reading →

Cover Letters / Tools, Tips and Free Cover Letter Templates for Microsoft Office

Next time you’re preparing to fire off a resume and your cover letter template… don’t. Instead, take 15 minutes to find out who’s on the receiving end of your inquiry.
So, how do you create cover letter that is not tossed? Continue reading →

Job Search Tolls: 50 Objectives statements to be customized and Google’s Online Free Resume Template

Many of the objective statements below are short, but that’s about all they have going for them. Most are too general. You can and should change your resume to fit every employer and job you apply for.
Google Docs offers ways to edit, upload, publish, and share documents from any computer with an online connection making it an excellent no-cost resource for the job seeker community to utilize.
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Job Search Tips – What your resume should NOT include

There are several items, however, that your resume should NOT include: (1) Personal details and photographs (2) Hobbies (3) Clubs, organizations and volunteer work NOT related to your industry or profession (4) Religious and Political affiliations (5) Your “Objective” – It may seem counter-intuitive to leave this off, but the statement of a specific Objective … Continue reading →

Resume – Top 15 Words Hiring Managers Want To See

Over 2200 hiring managers and HR professionals ranked the best and worst words for job seekers to use on their resumes, according to a recent survey conducted by the Harris Poll on behalf of CareerBuilder. It’s a great list comprised of some impactful action verbs, and I think you’ll be happy to see what’s been … Continue reading →

Job Search Guide / 9 Free pdf Online Guides

1.Job Search Guide Guide Connecticut Department of Labor What’s inside: work search & career planning advice, interviewing tips, résumés & cover letters, state & online resources .* .. . 2.The New Graduate Job Search Guide – Essential tips for landing a job after college Finding your first job doesn’t have to be a long, complicated process. We’ve compiled … Continue reading →