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Career and Resume Writing Advice

Some people like to do things themselves. Interactive Resume Builder is a great tool for the "do-it-yourself" resume writer. But even the most proficient craftsman can benefit from at least glancing at material that relates to the task at hand. If you want to craft your own resume, more power to you! You may find some interesting information and tools while casually browsing through the employment guide, example resumes and other career resources available on this site.

If you're not quite an expert, we think that you may want to spend some time reading through all the topics of interest presented in this career advice. But what if you want to make the kind of sophisticated resume that a good personal web site demands and Interactive Resume Builder can provide but you're all thumbs when it comes to writing? The best stategy for success in your employment search would be to take the following steps:

  1. Purchase Interactive Resume Builder. Get started on your resume with one of the best resume builder products available--and it's only $15.95. Click here to read more about it.
  2. Get started on your resume or CV! Don't put it off. The sooner you get it done the sooner your career prospects will improve.
  3. You'll see that our resume maker program will help to organize your resume in two ways. First, your career chrononology--where you have worked and when. And, second, your specific career accomplishments. What are the categories that best summarize the kinds of skills and experience you have acquired? How have you applied these skills to each job? You are the best judge of your own experience and it is incumbent on you to at least list the different skills you have learned, the tools you have used, your specific accomplishments.
  4. Relax a bit to gather your thoughts. While doing this, browse the career advice presented below to give you ideas. Every career is different and every person is different. So, don't be surprised if not everything presented applies to you. But, you'll be happy to see how many good ideas will come from just reading through this information. You will find the many resume samples and cover letter examples most helpful.
  5. If you need more help, don't hesitate to hire a good resume writer to put together the information you have gathered in an attractive form. Find a service that best fits your needs. We have links to several web sites that offer advice and resume services.
  6. Run Interactive Resume Builder on a daily basis. Read the news window presented on the opening screen for links to different kinds of services that will help you to further your career. Click on the links and find out what they have to offer you. Bookmark these sites and make good use of them. And keep adding to and improving your resume. Get ideas from the resume examples and cover letter samples you can find here.
  7. Get your resume into the hands of propective employers. Take advantage of the many resume broadcasting services available, such as zHive.com.
  8. As you begin to get interest from employers, read through the advice on getting letters of recommendation and handling job interview questions and other interviewing tips. There is even advice on how to write your own recommendation letter if necessary.
  9. Post your resume on your web site and promote your site. The HTML version of your resume produced by Interactive Resume Builder is a complete web site all contained within a single file. Even if you don't have a web site, the interactive web page easily posts to any web site or can be sent to interested parties via email. Send the Word version to those who prefer this format and take advantage of the clipboard feature that makes it easy to post your resume on text-only job boards.
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Table of Contents

Cover Letters and Resumes

Resume Center

Sample Resumes
12 Step Resume Writing
Scannable Resume Design
Classic Resume Design
Functional Resumes
Executive Resumes
Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter Center

Sample Letters
The Art of the Letter
Thank You Letters
Follow Up Letters
Letter Design

Job Interviews

Interview Types
Standard Questions
Difficult Questions
Establishing Rapport
Difficult Situations
Know Yourself
Spin Yourself
Know the Employer
Illegal Questions
Language Barriers
Negotiating Terms
Thank You Notes
Horror Stories

Internships

Introduction to Internships
Locating an Internship
Applying to Internships
Making it a Success
Capitalizing

Letters of Recommendation

Recommendation Center

Recommendation Overview
Asking for a Recommendation
Preparing a Letter
Writing a Letter
Writing Your Own Letter

Sample Recommendations

Fellowship
College 1
Hospital Administrator
College 2
Therapy Program
Film Program

First Job Guide

Self-Assessment
Determining Your Skills
Researching Jobs
Finding a Job
Determining Fit
Planning Your Career
Adjusting to a New Job

Networking Advice

Networking Tips
Informational Interviews



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