Comments on: resumes, cover letters…help!

By: Kiraa

Kiraa — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:41:06 +0000

Hey Jamie! As an HR professional, I have to say that what kind of jobs you had previously is less than important that what skills you posess and what you have acheived. Above all – be honest and let the interview be your time to shine. Good luck dear!

By: Rebekah

Rebekah — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 14:40:30 +0000

My boyfriend is suffering the job search right now too… I wrote his resume and do all of his cover letters since he’s dyslexic ) Sometimes it doesn’t even seem to matter about his work experience, despite my lovely words. Nothing changes the fact that his current job is at a restaurant, and I swear people will throw a resume away when they see that.

On this note, I recommend putting an “Objective” statement right above “education” on your resume. If they don’t read your cover letter, that’s what they’ll see first.

By: April

April — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 04:05:36 +0000

Your school should have some sort of career services department where they would be perfect to help you. Besides, for the most part the services are free, and it’s a great way to find support. Remember, you’re paying for it in tuition, so you might as well use it

By: alexa

alexa — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 00:26:05 +0000

i’m in the marketing and PR industry currently. my recommendation is to focus on getting an internship in that field even if it pays nothing or little to nothing. it’ll pay in experience. and that experience will be the difference in getting a phone call or not. i get resumes sent to me all the time and when i see one with all bartending experience and a BA in marketing it disregard it. you have got to put something on there that is relevant to the job you are going for.

i’m also really good in fudging resumes. i got some good buzz words/phrases for ya! also if you are interested in looking at my resume for an example email me and let me know! : ) i don’t think it is all that wonderful but it got me hired!

By: Vanessa

Vanessa — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 23:52:17 +0000

I would help, but this is unfortunately an area I need help with myself. Good luck and let us know if you find someone fabulous, I’m sure it will benefit more people than you know.

By: 1218blog

1218blog — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 23:34:12 +0000

Being a nanny and dealing with kids and retail has got to be some good experience for PR/Marketing. PR is all about smoothing things over. Dealing with random situations. No better experience than dealing with kids and customers.

By: Erin

Erin — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 22:56:41 +0000

I help people out with resumes and cover letters all the time! I seem to have a knack for just the right turn of phrase (not to toot my own horn). I’d be happy to look over anything for you!

By: Amanda

Amanda — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 20:59:11 +0000

If you are applying for unpaid internships, they understand that you are coming in without experience. That is the point of having an internship! Just make sure your cover letter clearly explains what your goals are and why having this internship will help you achieve those goals. That way, they see exactly why you are applying, and why you are amazing. Good luck!

By: rachel

rachel — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 20:10:56 +0000

gah. these are some brilliant suggestions & i’m afraid mine would pale in comparison… so i’m just going to say that you seem like such a wonderful and smart girl, any company would be lucky to have you! let your personality & charm do all the work! GOOD LUCK! xo

By: Ben

Ben — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 19:43:28 +0000

Bah…I suck and should have weighed in on this a lot earlier. There isn’t much more to say that hasn’t already been said but just remember that your blog is such a strong indication of your potential in the marketing/pr world. You show initiative, writing skills, social media ability, and development of your personal brand. Rock it!