Sometimes a company’s policy may require you to fill out an application before being considered for a job. An application allows an employer to compare you to other applicants. Read the directions carefully. Keep it as neat as possible; re-do poorly done applications, if possible. If an application is mailed
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Resume Tips
A good résumé is an important job search tool and “sells” your employment skills to a prospective employer. Tips for an Effective Résumé 1. Try to Use a Computer – There are computer programs that make it much easier to prepare your résumé. Your local library, work force center, or
Job Search Tips
Statistics show that nearly two-thirds of all positions in the workforce are filled by “hidden” job-seeking methods. Below are descriptions of both “traditional” and “hidden” job-seeking methods. Job-Seeking Methods Help-Wanted Ads in the Newspaper — only 15 percent of all jobs available are listed in the help wanted ads, and