The Job Hunt: Résumés, Cover Letters and More!
The Library is the place to start when preparing for a job interview. Don't know where to begin? The following book titles cover everything from how to format the important résumé to how to write winning cover letters!
Résumé Help:
The Perfect Resume: Resumes That Work in the New Economy! by Dan Quillen
Quillen walks his readers through the technical aspects of resume writing, but also helps them understand the tricks of the resume-writing trade. He teaches readers how to write resumes that end up in the hands of hiring managers, not screened by gatekeepers and deposited in the recycle bin.
Knock 'em Dead Resumes by Martin Yate
At a time when every job seeker needs an edge, Martin Yate, CPC, shows you how to beat the competition. Using his 25+ years of experience, he has built a practical, easy-to-follow approach to writing killer resumes.
Cover Letter Help:
How to Write Better Resumes and Cover Letters by Patricia K. Criscito
Author Pat Criscito enlightens her readers with a virtually fail-safe 12-step process for producing that perfect résumé adaptable to all formats needed for a comprehensive job search. She also offers detailed advice on creating an attention-catching cover letter.
Knock 'em Dead Cover Letters by Martin Yate
At a time when every job seeker needs an edge, Martin Yate, CPC, shows you how to dramatically increase your chances of landing an interview with a dynamic cover letter. He has built a practical, easy-to-follow approach to creating every type of cover letter you will use in a job search.
Interview Help:
What Color is Your Parachute? Guide to Rethinking Interviews: Ace the Interview and Land Your Dream Job by Richard N. Bolles
Interviews instill fear in many a job-hunter, but this empowering guide from legendary career expert Richard N. Bolles reveals that interviews are really just conversations to determine if the work--and workplace--is a great fit for both parties.
The Everything Job Interview Question Book: the Best Answers to the Toughest Interview Question by Dawn Roseburg McKay
What's the surefire way to overcome the stress of a job interview and get the job you want? Be prepared! This valuable resource provides you with expert advice on what to say--and what not to say--giving you the confidence you need to succeed and land the job of your dreams.
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