The Ferguson Guide To Resumes And Job Hunting Skills - 9780816057924

A proper resume and effective job-hunting skills can go a long way in getting a foot in the door. An invaluable handbook for those looking to improve their ability to find a job, The Ferguson Guide to Resumes and Job-Hunting Skills covers all the essential elements of the job-hunting process—from finding a career track that matches one's needs and interests to organizing and writing a r sum and cover letter to getting and conducting successful job interviews.

More than 100 samples illustrate many different types of r sum and cover letters. Additional information explores the benefits of preparing a r sum early, both as a tool for career exploration and as a way to help readers prepare for the professional world. Each of the four major sections includes several chapters covering each aspect of the topic.

Coverage includes:

• Looking for a job and career: self-assessment, the basics of job searching, looking beyond the classifieds, and getting organized
• Writing a r sum : the purpose of a r sum , a step-by-step guide to preparing a r sum , and different types of r sum s such as chronological, functional, and combined r sum
• Writing a cover letter: the function of a cover letter, common mistakes to avoid, and different types of cover letters such as broadcast letters and personal letters
• Interviewing: what to expect and what to accomplish, communication techniques, dressing right, fielding and asking questions, and following up.