Resume Transformation

How can you transform your resume from a series of facts and bullet points to an eye-catching,appetite whetting document that gets you calls for an interview? Vivian Giang explains what a career expert at TheLadders suggests in this article: How to Write an Excellent Resume 2013 For more resume and career advice, go to http://careercenter.cofc.edu/…Continue Reading Resume Transformation

Cover Letter Checklist

Employers read cover letters. Many pay more attention to the content and flavor of the letter than they do the resume, since so many resumes look similar. Do include a cover letter. When writing your cover letter, be sure to review Martin Yates’ simple check list, all the while keeping it to one page.Simple Checklist…Continue Reading Cover Letter Checklist

Practice Interviewing on Inteview Stream

Ever wonder how you would perform on a Skype or other webcam interview? Or, how you would do in person? Did you know that you can do practice interviewing from your dorm room and then watch and critique yourself? We all know practice improves performance. Your CofC Career Center has a tool and all you…Continue Reading Practice Interviewing on Inteview Stream

Young and just starting in your career? Some insightful advice from your peers.

Career Advice for Young Professionals from Successful Go-Getters article by The Brazen Team found in Brazen Life Career Advice for Young Professionals from Successful Go-Getters…Continue Reading Young and just starting in your career? Some insightful advice from your peers.

Getting your foot in the door

TheCampusCareerCoach.com asks recruiters what advice they have for job seekers. In Getting Your Foot in the Door, Macy’s and other companies answer questions posed by TheCampusCareerCoach.com on what recruiters look for at career fairs and when meeting applicants, as published in the CSO eNews. Getting Your Foot in the Door…Continue Reading Getting your foot in the door

Unconventional Ways to Boost your Job Search Efforts

Ashleigh Trahan writes this article for TalentEgg: 4 Novel Ways to Tackle Your Job Search In 2013.  (January 2, 2013) Disclosure:  These creative approaches are not for everyone. It’s a tough job market out there, which means you’re going to have to step up your game if you want to land your first (or next)…Continue Reading Unconventional Ways to Boost your Job Search Efforts