Cover yourself in your cover letter - Hallie Crawford

Cover yourself in your cover letter These days I have career coaching clients that ask me frequently if a cover letter is still necessary. I say absolutely, unless the employer specifically tells you not to include one. It shows your ability to communicate and that you’re interested enough in the position to write one. Include it even if you’re uncertain if it’s necessary. Err on the side of providing it. Also, you need to be sure you cover yourself in your cover letter. Sometimes people use a standard or template resume or cover letter to apply for all the jobs they’re considering. It’s okay to use a template, but remember, always tailor each resume and cover letter to each job. Don’t use the same one for the same position even if you think it’s a similar job. Take the time to make sure that yours speaks to the position, and to what the company is looking for. One thing that you should always do is back up the claims that are in your cover letter, on your resume as well. Your cover letter and resume should go hand in hand. Don’t treat them as separate items. If you say you possess a specific skill, or have experience in an area or industry relevant to the job, make sure you back that up in your resume. Be careful though, because you don’t want your cover letter to be a carbon copy of your resume. Make sure you refine the information in your resume and explain in greater detail how your experience or skill set brings value to the position at the company you’re applying for. If youd like more help with your cover letter or resume, contact us today for a complimentary consultation. Job Search Coach P.S. How do you know if your resume is good?  Take this  Resume Quiz  to find out how to keep your resume out of the trash can.

How To Get A Job As A Coordinator In The US Or Canada

How To Get A Job As A Coordinator In The US Or CanadaIf you want to become a Coordinator, you can either enter into the free coaching courses that are offered online, or you can hire a resume writer. The free coaching services are ideal if you are just starting out, but you have no idea what to write about and you have no idea how to go about writing a resume for the position you want. If you are just starting out, the free programs are not too bad, they are actually not bad at all.The free programs will teach you how to write a resume, and there are several choices you can make. You can follow along as if you were in an actual job interview, but the ones that you choose will also help you prepare for the interview, so you do not come off as being too pushy or desperate.Interviews are hard, even harder when you are trying to find employment. There are a lot of people who do not make it through the interview process, and there are also some who are rejected. There are a lot of differe nt personality types and work habits that could determine how you were evaluated, so you need to take these things into consideration when you are writing your resume.When you are using a program, you may start out with a generic resume, so that you can practice on a sample that you can download. It would be ideal to write your resume on paper first, but some of the programs do this as well. You can practice as you go and make notes, but at least you can keep a record of things that you do not understand and keep yourself on track.The free programs will also help you out with research. You can use this research to focus on certain things that you want to include, and there are a lot of resources that you can use. You should always remember that the applicant pool is not one hundred percent right, so you have to be smart about your selection.When you are writing your resume, there are going to be many things that you need to consider. For example, you will need to address your educat ion, training, certifications, and any other special abilities that you have. There is nothing wrong with taking the extra time to cover all of this information, and then get to the part that has you in the position that you want.Most programs that offer free resume writing are really good at what they do, so if you do not have any money to spend, it is okay to start with a free program. However, once you start making money with this type of thing, you may want to think about hiring a resume writer.

What You Didnt Know About Americas Millionaires

What You Didn't Know About America's Millionaires As the ranks of America’s millionaires continue to grow, the question for many becomes: “How can I join the club?” For a billionaire entrepreneur like Mark Cuban, joining the 3-comma club was about discipline and investing in himself. “You’ve got to have discipline in how you spend your money,” Cuban told MONEY in an interview. “You also have to be a little bit of a risk taker. Or invest in your educationâ€"whatever it may be to help you get to the point where you can truly save money.” A look at the data may provide some other helpful clues for anyone focused on building wealth. The majority of millionaires have their money in a very ordinary set of investmentsâ€"not hedge funds and small businesses, but stocks, bonds, and cash. Keep reading for a snapshot of who America’s millionaires are, where they live, what they do, and where their money goes. Maryland is the state with the highest percentage of millionaires. After a dip in 2008, the number of America’s millionaires has increased steadily every two years, reaching over 10 million in 2016. Western and northeastern states tend to have the greatest concentrations of millionaires. (Map) source: Phoenix Marketing International; (bar graph) source: Spectrem Group; Graphic by Nicolas Rapp There are fewer than 2,000 people in the U.S. with more than $500 million. And even fewerâ€"less than 600â€"are in the billionaires club. Source: Credit Suisse; Graphic by Nicolas Rapp The greatest chunk of millionaires’ wealth is in stocks. The rest of their wealth is spread out broadly among bonds, cash, their primary residences, and other assets. Source: Spectrem Group; Graphic by Nicolas Rapp The majority of millionaires spend big money on charity and travel. (We approve.) Source: Spectrem Group; Graphic by Nicolas Rapp America’s millionaires are mostly white, largely maleâ€"and tend to be married. They also tend to be well-educated, with 83% holding at least a bachelor’s degree. Statistically, the top earning professions for millionaires are professional services, education, and medical or health fields. Sources: Fidelity; Spectrem Group, *Remainder (57%) includes retired (52%), unemployed (2%) **Remainder (57%) includes retired (52%), unemployed (2%). Graphic by Nicolas Rapp