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Date: September 28, 2005

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Thoughts of the Day

Article : PURPOSE OF A COVER LETTER by Teena Rose

Article : An Outstanding Job Interview By Alex Berez

Article : Getting Hired Before the Interview by Cathy Warschaw

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Today I'll comment briefly on Cover Letters. Also an article today on the subject of cover letters.

First point is to always send a Resume/CV with a cover letter!!

The Cover Letter provides you with the ideal opportunity to introduce yourself in a few short paragraphs. The cover letter is used to briefly outline your skills, qualifications, experience and desire to work for the company. Accentuate on the positive aspects of your experience. Concentrate on highlighting your main strengths.

The aim is to encourage the employer to read your Resume/CV.

Personalising your covering letter is important as it shows your interest in the job.

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Thoughts of the Day

"If you have made mistakes, even serious ones, there is always another chance for you. What we call failure is not the falling down but the staying down." -- Mary Pickford

"You have within you right now, everything you need to deal with whatever the world can throw at you." -- Brian Tracy

Article

PURPOSE OF A COVER LETTER Written by Teena Rose of Resume to Referral <http://www.resumebycprw.com/> <http://www.resumebycprw.com>

Teena Rose is a certified and published resume writer and author of "The 20-Minute Cover Letter Fixer <http://www.resumebycprw.com/cover-letter-fixer.htm>" and "Cracking the Code to Pharmaceutical Sales <http://www.resumebycprw.com/resume_pharm_book.htm>." Use Resume to Referral for a high-end, high-quality resume and cover letter package.

The following was excerpted from The 20-Minute Cover Letter Fixer.

A cover letter serves as a "middleman" or connector between the resume and a job, along with being an introducer, an answerer of questions, and a speaker for your candidacy. The letter shouldn't regurgitate the same wordage included in your resume; however, it should refine necessary information.

Let's say, for example, that you're applying for a planning position. You possess the necessary credentials for the position, yet that information can only be found within the middle or lower half of your resume. In addition to tooling your resume to highlight this experience, weave key elements about it within the cover letter. A person can never be too diligent when it comes to relaying relevant work history.

Other uses for a cover letter include:

§ Relocation choice or willingness to travel

§ Salary requirement, if requested by company

§ Schedule requirement: part time, full time, telecommute, contract

§ Alternate form of contact or availability for interview

§ Answers to questions posed by the company

§ Reflect work experience in replacement of education requirement

§ Explain employment gaps or other career blemishes

§ Highlight key points that match the hiring company's requirements

To benefit your candidacy, stay away from cliché documents that resemble those of other candidates. How do you know whether your letter is unique? Generic letters are easily noticeable; and oftentimes, you already have a gut feeling that something "just isn't right." Stay away from a traditional letter and completely ditch your outdated ideas on what makes up a good letter. The five tips contained in The 20-Minute Cover Letter Fixer add flair to what can typically be boring correspondence.

Learn how to write and design an amazing cover letter <http://www.resumebycprw.com/cover-letter.htm>.

Article

An Outstanding Job Interview

By Alex Berez

For most of us, the job interview is an experience we both crave and dread. On the one hand, we know that the interview brings us one step closer to acquiring an employment position we desire. On the other, we know the interview could also spell disaster for our attempts if it doesn't go well.

Very few, if any, people actually enjoy job interviews. Even the people who are requried to conduct them don't generally enjoy them, possibly because they remember all too well what it's like being on the other side of the desk. Being in the "hot seat" puts you under more stress, forces you to think up answers to difficult questions on the spot, and makes you second guess every word you say and movement you make.

What's even worse is that most of us never learn anything about good interviewing techniques. Most high schools and colleges fail to instruct us about the ins and outs of interviews. Instead, we get advice from all of those around us on what to do, how to act, what to say. It simply makes us more confused and stressed, which ends up causing poor interview performances.

There will also be some individuals who falsely belief that a well-written resume packed with skills, experience, and education that meets or exceeds what the employer is looking for will be all that it takes to earn a job.

The truth is that the resume just gets your foot in the door; it's the interview that really matters.

That's why it is extremely important to understand the job interview process, so that you can ace the job interview and land the job of your dreams!

About the author: Alex Berez is an expert in the job interview process. He helps thousands of job hunters all over the world. http://www.OutstandingJobInterview.com

Article

Getting Hired Before the Interview

by Cathy Warschaw

You've been cool and calm up until this moment and making all the right moves. You've sent killer resumes, along with fantastic cover letters, out to dozens of employers. And today a prospective employer has finally contacted you for that first all-important interview. You've studied and planned for this dream position for many days; yet now you are terrified.

What has shaken your confidence? You are suddenly finding yourself obsessing over the horrifying idea of going blank during the interview. You can't sleep well at night and butterflies appear in your stomach each time you think about the big day. Are you alone in feeling this way?

Certainly not. Many job seekers experience anxiety and apprehension when it comes to interviewing with a potential employer. After all, what's not stressful about selling yourself to a total stranger on why he or she should hire you for their company? It was probably an interviewee who came up with, "You never get a second chance to make a first impression."

That statement holds true for job interviewing more than any other situation; but it is possible to prepare yourself for a stellar interview and to literally steal the job before you've even sat down for the interview. Learn how you can increase your chances of landing the job of your dreams with some basic tips and advice.

Firstly, know thy audience. Do your research on the company's history and what products or services they offer. Nothing genuinely flatters an employer more than to know that someone has taken the time to understand what his or her company is all about.

Secondly, develop a very short commercial about yourself. Put together a two-minute summary detailing your strengths, skills, and goals; then commit it to memory. This brief infomercial that is all about you serves to effectively promote and sell you to prospective employers.

A third tip that can't be emphasized enough is to practice, practice, practice your answers to possible questions. Not only does practicing ease anxiety and instill confidence in yourself, but it can also prevent you from going blank during the interview. Some of the most common interview questions are: * Tell me about yourself. * What do you know about the services or goods our company provides? * What are your short and long term goals? * Describe your strengths and weaknesses. * What is the greatest challenge you've ever faced and how did you overcome it?

While on the topic of questions, develop a mental list of your own to ask the employer. After all, this could be your future employer; therefore, you should demonstrate enthusiasm and interest for the job for which you are applying. Some suggestions are:

* What are the key responsibilities of this position? * What is a typical work day like?

But no matter how tempting, do not ask about how much money you will be making!

A fourth bit of advice is to bring extra copies of your resume and references with you to the interview. This simple little step shows that you are conscientious; never take the chance of an employer not being able to view all of your hard work and accomplishments just because he didn't have a copy of your resume handy.

A fifth step that is frequently overlooked is lining up your list of references before they are contacted by a potential employer. Your list of contacts should be well-versed on your work skills and strengths and have direct knowledge of your job performance. Guarantee that you receive glowing recommendations by informing your references in advance that they may be contacted by a potential employer.

The following is a list of do's and don'ts to go over when preparing for the job interview.

Do: * Verify directions and parking before the day of interview. * Go alone. That means no Mom or your best friend. * Arrive a little early. Ten to fifteen minutes early is a good practice. * Be clean and well groomed. Ladies, avoid nail polish, strong perfume, and loud colors and jewelry. Fellows, don't use strong cologne and avoid wearing jewelry. * Smile and shake hands firmly. * Make good eye contact. * Speak clearly and use proper grammar. * Ask for clarification if you don't understand a question. * Take time to think about your answers. * Ask when a hiring decision will be made. * Thank the prospective employer for their time. * Write a follow-up letter to the prospective employer within one day following the interview.

Don't: * Speak too fast. * Smoke or chew anything. * Ask about salary. * Discuss personal or financial problems. * Criticize your former employers or colleagues.

Remember that the prospective employer has already expressed an interest in you by contacting you for an interview. Take advantage of this golden opportunity by thoroughly preparing yourself to land that dream job. You may find yourself reporting for work on Monday morning.

"Changing Lives...One Career at a Time."

About the author: Cathy Warschaw is the Director of the Warschaw Learning Institute the leading online dental office training among today's dental professionals, adults changing careers and high school seniors.

Contact Details: Warschaw Learning Institute 8424 Santa Monica Blvd. #A-170 West Hollywood, CA. 90069, USA http://www.warschawlearninginstitute.com information@warschawlearninginstitute.com (323) 822-0917

Copyright 2005 by Warschaw Learning Institute

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