Selling yourself
Resumes and cover letters are a great way to sell yourself to potential employers. These are chalk full of skills, talents, education and employment experiences to make you totally sell-able.
As more and more people are on the job market, and technology has gotten bigger and better, there are many new and exciting ways people are trying to stand out from the crowd! Check out the following examples, and site to get a better idea of the possibilities.
http://jobsearch.about.com/od/sampleresumes/a/sampleresume2.htm
Shelly Video Resume
Michael Video Resume
Ian Video Resume
Creative Examples
As more and more people are on the job market, and technology has gotten bigger and better, there are many new and exciting ways people are trying to stand out from the crowd! Check out the following examples, and site to get a better idea of the possibilities.
http://jobsearch.about.com/od/sampleresumes/a/sampleresume2.htm
Shelly Video Resume
Michael Video Resume
Ian Video Resume
Creative Examples
Personal Statements
Many colleges or organizations ask for a personal statement. This personal statement details in paragraph form your experience, education, personal goals, honours etc. In a personal statement its huge brownie points to align your goals/interests and how you word it with the mission and goals of the places you're applying. Talk specifically about how working / attending this institution will help you meet your goals or benefit you and them. It's very important to use correct grammar, spelling etc. This is your opportunity to shine for a potential college or employer. Check out here for an example of a good and bad personal statement.
Many times cover letters and personal statements get confused. The main difference is your cover letter is a basic self introduction and a request to "see the resume" also attached. Your personal statement is
Many times cover letters and personal statements get confused. The main difference is your cover letter is a basic self introduction and a request to "see the resume" also attached. Your personal statement is