Resume Writing

Here's all the information you need to create effective job search correspondence, including resume, cover letter, and curriculum vitae writing resources, job search email messages, resume and cover letter samples, thank you letters, resignation letters, and all the other letters you will need to write to job search effectively.

Aside from the customer specific information, a review of these questions will prepare you for the general questions that are almost ALWAYS asked:

Resume Examples

It's always a good idea to take a look at resume examples before writing a new resume or updating your existing resume. The more examples you review, the more ideas you'll get for your own resume. Here are examples of resumes to give you ideas for writing your own resume.

Cover Letter Examples

Your cover letter is your first (and best) chance to make a good impression! Take the time to review cover letter examples and then make sure that your letter explains how your skills relate to the criteria listed in the job posting. Here are cover letter examples for just about every employment related scenario.

Job Application Letters

Sample job application letters to send with a resume when applying for a job.

Job Offer Letters

Even if you have accepted a job over the phone, it's a good idea to write a job acceptance letter to confirm the details of employment and to formally accept the job offer. It's also important to politely reject a job that you don't want to accept.

Networking Letters

Networking is one of the best ways to obtain job search assistance. Here are networking letters, including referral letters, letters of introduction, and outreach letters, you can personalize and use for your own networking correspondence.

Follow Up Letters

What's the best way to follow up after a job interview or submitting your resume? Here are follow up letters you can customize to send after an interview, and to follow up on a resume or a job application you have submitted.

Resume and Letter Writing Tips

When you're looking for a job or moving up the career ladder, it's important that your resumes and letters showcase your skills and experience to your best advantage. Here are tips and suggestions for writing winning resumes, compelling cover letters, and effective employment-related letters.