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New to resumes and cover letters and don’t know where to start? Applying …

By Emily McCarthy
Emily McCarthy Senior Director, Career Development
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The Difference Between a Resume and a Curriculum Vitae

Updated May 09, 2022 | Link to full article on The Balance Careers

What is the difference between a resume and a CV? When should you use a resume, and when is it better to use a curriculum vitae?

The primary …

By Alison Doyle
Alison Doyle
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9 Tips for Your Resume Email Subject Line (So Someone Actually Reads the Thing)

You’ve poured some sweat into that resume (hopefully no tears). It’s tailored top to bottom, chock full of action verbs, and bursting with powerful bullet points, and you finally feel like it’s polished and ready to go. Now you just …

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How To Convert an Academic CV for Industry Positions

Originally published January 3, 2022 | Link to original article: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/how-to-convert-academic-cv-for-industry-positions

Professionals in academic roles who want to transition to a different field usually have to convert their CVs into resumes. Regardless of your academic experience, knowing how to how to …

By Indeed Editorial Team
Indeed Editorial Team
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Academic Curriculum Vitae (CV) Example and Writing Tips

Updated July 30, 2020 | Link to article from The Balance Careers

curriculum vitae (CV) written for academia should highlight research and teaching experience, publications, grants and fellowships, professional associations and licenses, awards, and any other details in your experience that …

By Alison Doyle
Alison Doyle Job Search Expert
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Selling Yourself in Your Cover Letter

Your cover letter has two important roles: (1) it’s a marketing document designed to sell a product (you), and (2): it’s a business document that, while giving a glimpse of your personality, needs to remain professional. It therefore stands to …

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We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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5 Benefits of Cover Letters

Including a cover letter is a great way to express your interest in a company and stand out against other candidates.

Many candidates choose not to include cover letters, so putting in a little extra work can really go the …

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10 Tips for Cover Letter Success

A cover letter is the first chance you get to present yourself to a potential employee in an engaging way. It allows you to go into detail about your experience, present your writing skills and hint at any research that …

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The Resume vs. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Have you ever wondered what the differences are between a resume and curriculum vitae? In college, you may have heard about them both, yet since graduating, you probably have heard less about the CV and more about the resume.
Though …

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5 Common Resume Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

A good resume is key to landing the job you really want. With the right formatting, use of language, and balance between your work history and your professional achievements, you can even compensate for a lack of experience and gain …

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