Resumes for 50+ Job Hunters

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McGraw Hill Professional, Oct 15, 2008 - Business & Economics - 144 pages

Rejuvenate your job life with a perfectly crafted resume!

You've spent a lifetime gaining work experience; now it's time to take those skills and knowledge and embark on a new career. Gain an edge over the other job applicants with Resumes for the 50+ Job Hunter, a resource packed with expert advice on crafting a concise, stylish resume that will instantly get you noticed.

With this go-to guide you'll:

  • Gain access to nearly 100 sample resumes and cover letters
  • Organize and draft your resume with the aid of helpful worksheets
  • Discover the common elements in the most popular resume formats
  • Learn to use vivid, active verbs in your resume
  • Find out how to prepare and submit resumes electronically

In today's job market, an effective, eye-catching resume is essential for success. With the help of Resumes for the 50+ Job Hunter you'll make a strong first impression and take a confident step toward landing the job of your dreams.

Get ready to find a career as a:
Retailer * Architectural Designer * Data Analyst * Scientist * CFO * Nurse * Hotel Manager * Executive Secretary

 

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Contents

Chapter 1 The Elements of an Effective Resume
1
Chapter 2 Writing Your Resume
17
Chapter 3 Assembly and Layout
21
Chapter 4 The Cover Letter
33
Chapter 5 Sample Resumes
37
Chapter 6 Sample Cover Letters
131
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Resumes for 50+ Job Hunters
Editors of VGM Career Books
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Bibliographic information

TitleResumes for 50+ Job Hunters
McGraw-Hill Professional Resumes
Professional Resumes Series
AuthorEditors of VGM Career Books
Edition3
PublisherMcGraw Hill Professional, 2008
ISBN0071642145, 9780071642149
Length144 pages
Subjects ›  › 

Business & Economics / Careers / General
Self-Help / Personal Growth / Success
  
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