Resumes and Job Search Documents

We hope that the articles, tips and strategies, and videos in this section of the website will help you write an effective resume, application (cover) letter, and other documents to land that perfect job–please share your success stories, and if this section is helpful, “like” us on Facebook, Twitter, LindedIn, etc!

 

Here’s a great article with 5 quick resume formatting tips:

Writing Killer Resumes: 5 Tips for Formatting Your Resume, by Lawrence J. Clark, PhD   

http://ezinearticles.com/?Writing-Killer-Resumes:-5-Tips-for-Formatting-Your-Resume&id=6862210

 

And here are recordings of two interviews I did with Dr. Ed Sapp of the University of Maryland, chock full of insight from our combined 60 years of teaching thousands of college students and job seekers the ins and outs of writing successful resumes and cover letters:

 

 



Qualities and Traits

http://theundercoverrecruiter.com/top-7-qualities-employers-are-looking-candidates/

(article based on Brian Tracy’s book, Earn What You’re Worth)

 

Top Five Personality Traits Employers Hire Most

(article on Forbes.com)

 

Skills

7 Things Employers Want From New Grads

(article in U.S. News & World Report)

Employers Look for Communication Skills, Ability to Work in a Team

(National Association of College and Employers)

 

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