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CV Recap

• Objective Paragraph: What type of job are you seeking & why?

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• Objective Paragraph: What type of job are you seeking & why?

• Specifics!

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CV Recap

• Personal Information:– Name, surname, address (school and home),

telephone and fax– numbers (for YOU, not the school), e-mail

address• Date of Birth• Family Situation• Military Situation (if applicable)• Nationality / Nationalities

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• Diplomas• Positions Held• Internships• Languages• Computer Literacy• Foreign Tours (of more than 3 months)• Extra Curricular Activities• Special Interests• References• Photo

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• Content:

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• Experience: – things I have done– who I am– what I can do

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• Experience: – things I have done– who I am– what I can do

• “A great resume doesn't just tell them what you have done but makes the same assertion that all good ads do: If you buy this product, you will get these specific, direct benefits.”

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CV Recap

It is a mistake to think of your resume as only a history of your past.

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Listing the work you did but omitting the array of skills that you need to accomplish that work is a major omission in most resumes.

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CV Recap

• Purpose:

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• Purpose:

–“The resume is a tool with one specific purpose: To win an interview. “

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FluffInstead of saying strong problem solving skills, say:

• Improved quality control measures for jewelry production as much as 60% by developing company's first formalized manufacturing guidelines for factory partners.

Instead of saying work well under pressure, say:• Under aggressive 3-week time frame, staffed 100 people for six

retail stores across the U.S.

Instead of saying good communicator, say:• Instrumental in reducing the number of unsold current accounts

from 15% to 4% within one year by discovering and working to address individual client needs.

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The Real Deal

• How are YOUR Cover Letter and CV?

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COVER LETTERS

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Purpose

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Purpose

• To introduce yourself

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Purpose

• To introduce yourself• To state your objective

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Purpose

• To introduce yourself• To state your objective• To further present your and

suitability in addition to your resume

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Purpose

• To introduce yourself• To state your objective• To further present your and

suitability in addition to your resume • Suggest next steps

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Anatomy of the Cover Letter

• Date line and inside address

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Anatomy of the Cover Letter

• Date line and inside address• Salutation

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Anatomy of the Cover Letter

• Date line and inside address• Salutation• Introduction

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Anatomy of the Cover Letter

• Date line and inside address• Salutation• Introduction• Body

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Anatomy of the Cover Letter

• Date line and inside address• Salutation• Introduction• Body• Conclusion

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Anatomy of the Cover Letter

• Date line and inside address• Salutation• Introduction• Body• Conclusion• Closing, signature, and enclosure

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A good cover letter?

• What do you think it’s all about?

Dear Mr. Jones,

I read your interesting blog recently and thought to contact you.

I am new to Shanghai and chomping at the bit to join an organizationand prove my mettle; however, I need help obtaining aposition. Do you think that you could help me, given mybackground? Please take a look at my resume and let me know. Ifso, I am happy to pay a bonus commission for successfulplacement. If not, I would appreciate it if you kindly suggestedcolleague or agency that is more appropriate for me .You can reach me at blabla@blablabla.com or on my mobilenumber, 617-9X9-1X91.

Thank you in advance for your consideration.

Best regards,Casey C

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A good cover letter?

• Yes..

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A good cover letter?

• Yes.• There are 10 reasons why this letter looks

good to an employer.

Dear Mr. Jones,

I read your interesting blog [1] recently and thought to contact you.

I am new to Shanghai and chomping at the bit [2] to join an organizationand prove my mettle [3]; however, I need help [4] obtaining aposition. Do you think that you could help me [5], given mybackground [6]? Please take a look at my resume and let me know. Ifso, I am happy to pay a bonus commission for successfulplacement [7]. If not, I would appreciate it if you kindly suggested acolleague or agency that is more appropriate for me [8].You can reach me at blabla@blablabla.com or on my mobilenumber, 617-9X9-1X91 [9].

Thank you in advance for your consideration.

Best regards,Casey C.

I read your interesting blog [1]

• He read the blog.  Casey knows it is specific to Shanghai.  Clearly, this correspondence is personal.

I am new to Shanghai and chomping at the bit [2]

• Great choice of words.  People read a ton of email, and may like it when you take a chance with communication.  

• “Chomping at the bit" is a great idiomatic expression that we don't hear every day.

prove my mettle [3]

• this guy is a do-er.  • Doesn't bore us with desires of

"applying his strategic skills" or any of that crap.  All in good time.  For now, this guy's ready to roll up his sleeves if given an excellent ground-floor opportunity.

I need help [4]

• Many love it when people just admit right up front that they need help.  This shows humility, which is a really important quality.

• (Why?)

Do you think that you could help me [5]

• Not only does Casey know he needs some assistance, but he is asking very politely ...

given my background [6]

• ... and he is providing evidence as to why doing so would be credible in the eyes of the reader’s peers. 

• This is no baseless favor he's requesting.

I am happy to pay a bonuscommission for successfulplacement [7].

• He is willing to “put his money where his mouth is”. 

• That shows self-confidence and a streak of entrepreneurship.

I would appreciate it if you kindly suggested a colleague or agency that is more appropriate for me [8].

• Ask for referrals.  ASK!!• Always.  Always.  Always.  Who

knows? • If you don’t ask…..

You can reach me at blabla@blablabla.com or on my mobile number, 617-9X9 1X91 [9].

• Casey provides not one, but TWO ways to reach him. 

• You'd be surprised.  Not every candidate does this.  Dumb. (WHY?)

Attached CV/CL .pdf [10]

• PDF means design fidelity is intact when it arrives.

• CHANGE YOUR CV/Cover Letter INTO A PDF if at all possible.

• Keep another non-PDF copy for updating your info.

More Cover Letters

Hello! Please accept the attached resume as my application for employment.I've never worked as a barrista before, but when I was working at Mom's cafe I would assist at the front of the house and help waiting tables and making drinks and espresso. I'm very passionate about food and always strive to put out the best quality product that I can. I'm very personable and am easy to get along with. I am very responsible, highly motivated, and able start immediately. Thank you for your consideration! --Ellis Johnson

Hi there, my name's Chelsea Crispin and I'm writing in regards to the ad for a Barista position. I currently work, as an expediter, part time evenings at Elliot's Oyster House on the waterfront. I'm available for early mornings, afternoons and some evenings as well. Attached is my resume for your consideration.  A little about my work ethic: I'm guest-oriented, so their satisfaction and enjoyment is my key priority. While working I like to have a good time with those around me and have an up-beat attitude. I'm also reliable in achieving and completing responsibilities that I hold in any position. I've worked in the hospitality for six years now and have acquired many skills and enhanced my knowledge, which is something I utilize both at work and even in my every day life.  I live in Capitol Hill and transportation is not a factor for me. Also I have a very current food handlers permit, with extra training in the SAFE SERV program. As well as a liquor permit.Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing back from you either through e-mail or by phone at (425) 985-7374. Thank you again and have a good day! -Chelsea Crispin”

Hello, my name is Nicholas Dunn and I'm replying to the barista / soup and sandwich prep job ad. I hope my resume isn’t too hard to read, I'm on a computer right now that doesn't have Microsoft Word, so I had to save it as an image file. I know it's very inconvenient, but if you need I can send an actual copy over to you tonight once I get home. All you need to do is just email me back or call me at (360) 808-0288 and tell me.

thanks-Nick

Hello, My name is Maybelyn Macadangdang. I am writing in response to the barista position ad that was posted on craigslist. I have attached my resume (in PDF format) and hope that you consider me as a possible candidate for the position. Thank you very much for your time. Sincerely,Maybelyn Macadangdang

Mr. Currie,

My name is Brad Samuelson and I am following up on my application for the International SAM position with Tableau. I am very excited about the prospect in working with such a dynamic and growing organization, and seeing it’s a sales role, I hope you don’t mind my persistence.

I am currently living and working in Shanghai, driving for a new technology start-up and managing its diverse staff. I started working in China as a translator for corporate marketing materials out of school and eventually returned back home to LA as a sales rep for DHL international logistics. From there I moved to IMAGINiT Technologies, where I was a regional sales rep, successfully growing the NW sales territory - making presentations, organizing trade shows, and ongoing account training for a suite of mechanical design software……..

…………….Now having started several projects from the ground up both Stateside and in Asia with several years in business development and operations, I have a deeper understanding of a business’s motivation to purchase mission critical software solutions. I believe account management as well as prospecting for new clients are my talents, my core competency, and have every expectation I will return to high-technology sales.

If you think that there is a potential my background is as suitable for Tableau as I do, then I would very much appreciate the opportunity for a phone interview or video conference. I am also so enthusiastic for this position that I would be happy to fly home for an interview in person.

I thank you in advance for your time and consideration. There are many fantastic references I will be happy to provide upon your request.

Sincerely,

Brad Samuelson China Mobile +86-15221168577

My name is Demetrius Johnson and I'm interested in appyling for any position you have open.I understand that you have an opening in the Seattle area. I am applying for a full time position and possibly part time.   I am open quite often during the week and weekends. I'm able to multi task during busy hours, and also do heavy lifting. I am also very punctual and independent with my work. I am quick with calculating numbers and very good with math in most areas.Also I do really well in busy surrounding while keeping a fast pace and a smile on my face.  Please find attached resume and contact me at 206-554-9199 or email me at demetriusjohnson58@gmail.com with any opportunities availableto work for your business. Sincerely,  Demetrius Johnson

Hi!  My name is Kim Cole and I just saw the open position at your cafe for a barista. I am currently a student at Seattle Central Community College and am going to be available full-time in a week. I will be able to work for a month but then I'm back to school. I know you're looking for a full-time for probably more than a month but I was hoping that you might be in need of extra help. I live in Greenlake about five minutes from Ben and Jerry's, World Wrapps, and the Souped Up Cafe (if this is your cafe that would be amazing because the coffee is bomb) - but if it's not your cafe then I will love it anyway because I am obsessed with coffee. I have experience in both being a barista, and lots in retail so I dealt with a lot of customers - good and bad. I'm a pretty social kid and really love working with coffee and just other people in general as long as they're not awful people. Sorry this is long but I just wanted to let you know I am very interested in the position and if you're looking for someone more permanent I understand. Thanks for looking over this!

Kim Cole360.770.6832

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What is the anatomy?

• What you should have in your cover letter

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Anatomy of the Cover Letter

• Date line and inside address• Salutation• Introduction• Body• Conclusion• Closing, signature, and enclosure

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