Here are a few more e-mail guidelines for sending your resume electronically.
E-Mail Subject Heading
If the job listing does not give instructions for the subject heading you should at least include the job title. Other information that is useful for hiring managers are job number and department (if provided). The goal is to make this process […]
Sending a resume electronically? Beware of these common resume disqualifiers.
1. Failing To Read The Instructions
Online job postings have explicit instructions on how to apply. Possible requirements could include:
How to send your resume (attachment or cut and paste)
Resume format (Word, Text, PDF)
E-mail subject heading
Failure to follow the instructions will disqualify you immediately. Take time to read […]
Don’t limit your job search to Monster, Hotjobs, and Career Builder. Here are some alternate ways to find your new gig.
1. Read Blogs
A lot of blogs written by seasoned industry professionals are now posting job listings. Big name employers are finding quality canidates on these sites that are passionate about the industry they work in and most importantly keep up with current trends. This is an excellent way to find postings that may not be listed on the big three ( Monster, Hot Jobs, Career Builder). If you apply to a job that you found on a blog, be sure to mention the blog’s name.
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