Resumes and Cover Letters : A PCL Pathfinder

Many times your cover letter and resume open the door to an interview. Cover letters must be crafted so that they spark an interest in the person who reads it—among all of the others that they receive. The cover letter should address the needs of the company and identify some of the corresponding talents of the applicant. The resources listed below will help get you started in creating an outstanding cover letter and resume. The resources listed below are available in the library and online. The terms and phrases listed in the subject headings below can be used to search for more materials in the library's catalog and research databases. If you need further assistance, please ask a librarian.

Cover Letter Guide
www.susanireland.com/coverletterwork.htm
Brief instructional on writing cover letters with sample letters for you to use.

Cover Letters, Etc., Monster Resume Center
http://career-advice.monster.com/resume-tips/home.aspx
Offers articles, tips, and information on all aspects of writing cover letters.

The First and Best Cover Letters on the Internet, CareerLab
www.careerlab.com/letters/default.htm
Features 200 free cover letters to use in your job hunt.

Cover Letter Tips & Example
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/CoverLetter_13348_7.pdf
From the Michigan Government web site.

Michigan E-Library : Resumes & Cover Letters
http://www.mel.org
Select the "MeL Internet" link, and then the "Jobs and Careers " link. From there, select the "Cover Letters and Resumes " link.

175 High-Impact Cover Letters, 3rd ed. by Richard H. Beatty. New York : John Wiley & Sons, 2002. ISBN: 0471210846.
Includes step-by-step instructions and many samples. Covers the five different types of cover letters: employer broadcast letters, search firm broadcast letters, advertising response letters, networking cover letters, and resume letters.
331.128 BEA

The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Perfect Resume by Susan Ireland. Indianapolis : Alpha Books, 2003. ISBN: 0028644409.
Learn how to package yourself to potential employers by finding your strengths and selling points. Lots of sidebars, tips, and hits.
331.128 IRE

Cover Letter Magic by Wendy S. Enelow and Louise M. Kursmark.-- 2nd ed.-- Indianapolis, IN : JIST Works, c2004.
331.128 ENE

Cover Letters that Knock ‘Em Dead, 5th ed. by Martin John Yate. Boston: Adams Media, 2002. ISBN: 1580627935.
Shows you how to create a compelling cover letter that will land you the interviews that you want.
331.128 YAT

e-Resumes : A Guide to Successful Online Job Hunting by Pat Criscito. New York : Barron's Educational Series, 2004. ISBN: 0764128965
Originally titled Résumés in Cyberspace, this new edition describes the latest trends in job hunting and career development opportunities via the Web. You'll discover how to create the perfect electronic résumé, and then send it virtually anywhere in the world from your home computer. Just as important, you'll find an up-to-date and streamlined list of web sites that accept e-résumés and offer jobs online.
331.128 CRI

High Impact Resumes and Letters: How to Communicate Your Qualifications to Employers, 8th ed. by Ronald L. Krannich and William J. Banis. Manassas, VA : Impact, 2002. ISBN: 1570231893.
This unique book provides step-by-step guidance on how to develop a personal profile that clearly communicates patterns of performance and accomplishments to employers.
331.128 KRA

Resume Magic: Trade Secrets of a Professional Resume Writer, 2nd ed. by Susan Britton Whitcomb. Indianapolis : JIST Works, 2003. ISBN: 1563708914.
This guide gives techniques to improve resumes. Includes “before and after” samples. 338.128 WHI

Resumes that Knock ‘Em Dead, 5th ed. by Martin John Yate. Boston: Adams Media, 2002. ISBN: 1580627943.
Shows you how to create a compelling resume that will land you the interviews that you want.
331.128 YAT

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