Cover Letters That Knock Em Dead 1998

"Cover Letters That Knock 'Em Dead" has the final word on not just how to write a "correct" cover letter, but how to write one that offers a powerful competitive advantage in today's tough job market. Dedicated web site: (www.knockemdead.com).

New York Times bestselling author Martin Yate has helped millions of people turn their lives around by finding great jobs and managing their careers more effectively. Now his unique and proven secrets to success can be found in one place: the Knock ’em Dead Collection. Inside, you’ll find everything you need to make a successful next step: *Knock ’em Dead: The Ultimate Job Search Guide *Knock ’em Dead Cover Letters *Knock ’em Dead Resumes Whether you’re making a strategic career move or seeking your first job, with the Knock ’em Dead Collection, you’ll be better prepared to navigate the twists and turns of a long and successful career.

The newest edition of Martin Yate's New York Times Business Bestselling Knock 'em Dead features the most up-to-date advice available on recent developments in the job market. It also features advice on getting organized, getting interviews, and how to follow up on job opportunities, as well as what to do when layoffs or downsizing are imminent. And of course the Knock 'em Dead still features hundreds of great answers to tough interview questions!Every example in Resumes that Knock 'em Dead produced a real job. Many of the samples included were used to change careers; others resulted in dramatically higher salaries. Cover Letters that Knock 'em Dead has the final word on not just how to write a correct cover letter, but how to write a cover letter that offers a powerful competitive advantage in today's tough job market. In Resumes that Knock 'em Dead, Yate reviews that marks of a great resume, what type of resume is right for each applicant, what always goes in, what always stays out, and why.In today's competitive job market, candidates need to stand out, get interviews, and win job offers. Martin Yate shows them how!

Cover letters that get noticed, get read, and get the interview! In the newest edition of his classic cover letter guide, job search expert Martin Yate shows you how to dramatically increase your chance of landing an interview. The key, as Yate explains, is to use language drawn from the job posting itself, words that will send your application to the top of database searches. In this completely updated guide, you'll find numerous sample cover letters, along with Yate's tried and proven methods to: Determine relevant keywords to get attention--and use them effectively Clearly display your personal brand and the transferable skills you bring to the job Find the right contact information that gets your material in front of decision-making managers and recruiters Use social media sites such as LinkedIn to create an effective online profile and build professional and personal networks With Martin Yate's expert advice, you'll create unique and compelling cover letters that will grab employers' attention and get you in the door!

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Offers guidance on creating quality resumes that command attention, along with numerous industry-specific example resumes to work from.

"A killer resume gets more job interviews."