VAULT Guide to Resumes, Cover Letters and Interviewing

About the Book: Salient Features • Chronological, functional and hybrid resumes what they are and when to use them • A checklist of essentials for every resume • Tips on how to handle awkward gaps in your resume • Dozens of great sample resumes and some cautionary examples • Common mistakes made in cover letters and how to avoid them • How to make your cover letter stand out • Tips on how your cover letter can help you schmooze your way into a job • Writing follow-up and acceptance letters • Tips on preparing for the interview, from overcoming anxiety to making a good impression • Questions to expect, questions to ask and questions to avoid • Connecting with your interviewer Contents: Resumes • Chapter 1: Your Life on a Page • Chapter 2: Sections of the Resume • Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • Chapter 4: Sample Resumes Covers Letters • Chapter 5: Be Prepared • Chapter 6: The Cover Letter Template • Chapter 7: Types of Cover Letters • Chapter 8: Avoid Cover Letter Errors Interviews • Chapter 9: Getting Ready • Chapter 10: At the Interview • Chapter11: The Aftermath Appendix Resume Makeovers