Organizational Leadership
Resume Writing
Your resume is one of the first documents your potential employer's see about you, so it's important that you make it professional, informative, and appropriate to the job your applying for.
There are multiple types of resumes you can write, depending on whether you want to highlight your work history, your skills set, a combination of work history and skills, etc. Many times you will want to write a resume that is targeted This link opens in a new window, meaning it is written to address the specific skills and qualifications discussed in the job posting. For more information on the different types of resumes, check out Resume Types: Chronological, Functional, Combined, Targeted This link opens in a new window.
Helpful Resources
The Elements of Resume Style: Essential Rules for Writing Resumes and Cover Letters That Work by Call Number: Available OnlineISBN: 9780814433935Publication Date: 2014-09-03
Unbeatable Resumes: America's Top Recruiter Reveals What REALLY Gets You Hired by Call Number: Available OnlineISBN: 9780814417621Publication Date: 2011-06-16
Cover Letters
Your cover letter provides your potential future employers with their first impression of you as a candidate so it's important that you write a well-thought-out cover letter that entices your potential employer to look at your resume.
It's critical that you tailor your cover letter This link opens in a new window to the position you are applying for and explaining why you would be a good fit for the position. Cover letters should be personal and inviting, demonstrating what you can bring to the company and position.
Helpful Resources
Your Career Guide to Cover Letters by Call Number: Available OnlineISBN: 9781735296654Publication Date: 2020-08-11
Knock 'em Dead Cover Letters by Call Number: Available OnlineISBN: 9780983973485Publication Date: 2015-09-20
