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The moment it shows up to the job search, it's very important to focus on methods to identify your self from the competitiveness rather than simply just using the "rules". With the help of potentially many of other job seekers vying for every open position, you need to show value (and get that phone ringing with interview offers) ASAP.

Then again, there is a right and a wrong way to go about doing this. During my career as a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW), I've personally seen prospects insert characters within their resumes, provide pages and pages of "supplementary notes" during an job interview, and blow their opportunities through not following up. The list goes on and on...but you want to find out what works, right?

The following are 3 methods that have been shown to consistently garner results:

1) Make a Connection Before Submitting Anything

If your job search is made of simply just making a request to job postings, be well prepared for a long wait. On the make use of side, giving a resume to an established contact significantly will increase your chances of bringing an interview, even if the company's not right now hiring! This is the power of tapping into the hidden job market.

-Get a list of "ideal companies" you'd like to give good results for.

-Study their websites to learn contact information for HR Managers or others with the same titles. If you can't find it, reach out to a staff member in an not related area and (politely) ask them to provide you with it.

-Send an email to your HR contact that brings out yourself and best parts your interest in for the company. Provide details on 3-4 areas you really excel in, but keep it summary. End it with a request for more information on the company. IMPORTANT: do not linger on the simple fact that you're seeking a job in this email. The goal is to begin a discussion.

-Continue dialogues with HR staff at your recommended companies. Find out as much information as you can and, when you feel more comfortable, ask if you can send him or her your cv. Follow up in approximately 1 week's time.

2) Great Resume Structure Equals Interview Success

What precisely indicates a great curriculum vitae? A document that has a strong opening, a keyword section with in-demand terms and, most importantly, a get the job done story section that divides job accountability from concrete successes. The latter, which are commonly listed in bullets, should offer as a series of talking items during the interview, allowing for you to expound upon those things you do perfect.

-In your curriculum vitae, for every position listed within the past 10-12 years include a "Key Accomplishments" section that best parts successes. Continue to keep these as quantifiable as possible.

-When asked about these jobs during the interview, be sure to expand upon "Key Accomplishments" first. This would make sure the focus will remain on advantages.

3) A Thank You Letter Needs to Be Genuine

Yes, you need to send a thank you letter following an employment interview. Simply just don't make the mistake of sending out some thing that reads like a form mail. Being simple, even if it's a letter that's only 2-3 lines long is perfectly acceptable as long as it's authentic. Hew to the sticking with structure:

-Start with a sentence in your essay that has the words "thank you" somewhere within it.

-Expand upon a topic broached in the job interview or provide info that might prove useful to the interviewer.

-Exit succinctly.

Remember: a job search is a two-way street! Keep what sets you apart at the attention of your mind, and never be afraid to shake stuff up in order to get where you need to go. I would like you the greatest of good fortune!