Do you know how long an HR person takes to read each resume? It’s about 30 seconds. Think about it….. $3 Million Superbowl advertisers paid $3 million for a 30-second spot – even in this economy – the highest ever. Of course, they are counting on their commercials to be memorable, to gain buyers/consumers of [...]
Cover letters can be almost as important as a resume when it comes to landing you that job you’ve been searching for. Often they are overlooked, but a well crafted cover letter can set you and your resume apart from the hundreds of other applicants you’re competing with.
In your hunt for a job, you’ll see requests for many pieces of documentation. The most commonly requested document is the resume; but following closely alongside it is the c.v., or curriculum vitae. What is the difference between these two related items? Let’s take a closer look…
