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| seekers should take a few steps to make sure that | | | | local job training programs that might be able to help |
| their resume will stand out from all the rest. You should | | | | you. There is also software that can assist with |
| revise your resume and cover letter for each position, | | | | resume writing, but that won't be effective as a real |
| have a friend or colleague look over your resume, be | | | | person. |
| willing to improve your education or work experience, | | | | Be willing to gain more experience or education, if that |
| and be proactive in the job search. | | | | is what you are lacking. Look for the weaknesses on |
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| resume or cover letter for each job you will be | | | | if you need to learn new skills. Volunteering with an |
| applying for. This can be time consuming if you are | | | | organization may enable you to gain experiences and |
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| Many people already write a new cover letter for | | | | Finally, be proactive. If possible, call or visit a place to let |
| each position, so if you don't you are at a | | | | them know that you are serious about getting the job. |
| disadvantage. After customizing your cover letter, you | | | | This can't be done in every case, but it will sometimes |
| should also look at updating your resume for this | | | | pay off with an interview. Be polite and friendly and |
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| ignore and it can help you stand out. You'll want to | | | | applicants. |
| highlight the most relevant skills and work experiences. | | | | Of course, getting the interview is just the first half of |
| The next thing you will want to do is find someone | | | | landing a job. Time should be spent preparing for the |
| who will read over your resume. Ideally, you'll get the | | | | interview, just as it is spent in trying to get the |
| input of a couple different friends and family members. | | | | interview. With the job market so competitive, |
| They will be able to check for typos that you might | | | | applicants should do everything they can to prepare so |
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| makes a good impression. If you know anyone who | | | | employment offer. |
| has done hiring before, they can give you a more | | | | |