Re: Resume and Cover Letter Writing for a Novice

[Goober Writer <gooberwriter -at- yahoo -dot- com>]

To be blunt, the job hunt situation sucks right now.
Some areas are in a small upswing, but we're all
pretty much in a slump (in the USA). 

To help your search:

1. Custom tailor your resume and cover letter to the
company and position to which you're applying.

2. Follow up with each lead about 2 weeks after
sending your resume to confirm they've received it.
(No begging.)

3. Take a temp job. It'll get you experience and will
give you *some* income. If you're worried about
timing, take shorter temp jobs.

4. Don't get discouraged.

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Goober Writer
(because life is too short to be inept)

"As soon as you hear the phrase "studies show",
immediately put a hand on your wallet and cover your groin."
      -- Geoff Hart

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