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| Preface | |
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| Getting the Interview | |
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| The Screening Process-Making the Cut | |
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| Review of Resume | |
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| An Employer's Perspective on Resumes | |
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| Appearance Is Critical | |
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| What You Must Do in Preparing a Resume | |
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| Resume Examples | |
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| Professional Appearance | |
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| Poor Appearance | |
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| Develop a Qualifications Summary | |
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| Your Strengths | |
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| Education | |
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| Employment | |
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| Special Projects | |
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| Honors/Awards | |
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| Professional and Community Organizations | |
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| Computer Literacy | |
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| Languages and Culture | |
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| Government and Military Service | |
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| List Your Qualifications | |
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| Key Sections of Resume | |
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| Resume Format | |
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| Objective/Focus/Power Statement | |
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| Qualifications Summary | |
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| Qualifications | |
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| Education | |
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| Special Skills | |
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| Professional Licenses and Certifications | |
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| Employment | |
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| Miscellaneous Resume Sections | |
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| Organizations and Activities | |
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| Military, Job/Peace Corps | |
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| References | |
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| Essentials and Examples in Resume Presentation | |
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| Attactive Appearance and Format | |
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| Well Organized | |
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| Word Processed and Laser/Inkjet Printed | |
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| Error Free | |
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| Brief-One Page | |
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| Specific Statements Regarding Accomplishments/Skills | |
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| Style | |
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| Sample Resumes-Eischen's Simplified Format | |
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| System Network Technician | |
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| Medical Assistant-Front Office | |
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| Marketing Assistant | |
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| Dental Hygienist | |
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| Brake/Front End Specialist | |
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| Paralegal | |
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| Bookkeeper/Accounting Clerk | |
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| Your Initial Draft | |
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| Resume Formats, Styles and Applications | |
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| Introduction | |
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| Scannable Resumes | |
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| Faxing Resumes | |
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| Resumes Sent as Attachments | |
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| Posting Resumes on Job Boards or Company Sites | |
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| Converting Your Resume to ASCII Format | |
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| ASCII/Email Resume | |
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| Chronological/Functional Style Resumes | |
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| Researching Prospective Employers and Writing Cover Letters | |
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| Researching Employment Opportunities Online | |
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| Examples of Job Listings on the Internet | |
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| Cover Letters | |
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| Write to a Specific Individual | |
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| Company and Job Knowledge | |
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| Include Your Best Qualifications | |
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| Request an Interview | |
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| Sample Cover Letters | |
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| Administrative Assistant Cover Letter | |
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| Accounts Payable Cover Letter | |
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| Production Mechanic Cover Letter | |
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| Medical Records Analyst Cover Letter | |
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| Cabinet Maker Cover Letter | |
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| Writing a Cover Letter | |
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| References, Attachments, and Employment Applications | |
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| Additional Materials to Supplement the Resume | |
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| References | |
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| References | |
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| Special Attachments | |
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| Salary History | |
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| Completing Employment Applications | |
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| Salary History | |
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| Dos and Don'ts of Completing an Application | |
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| City of Fresno Application Form | |
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| Application for the City of Fresno | |
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| References | |
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| Resume Submission and Follow-Up | |
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| Submitting Additional Materials | |
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| By Mail | |
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| In Person | |
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| Letters of Recommendation | |
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| Letter of Recommendation | |
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| Resume Follow-Up | |
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| Follow-Up Letter | |
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| Networking-The Hidden Job Market | |
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| What Is Networking? | |
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| It's Who You Know-Trust Us! | |
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| Principles of Networking | |
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| Networking Contacts | |
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| Become a Joiner | |
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| Networking Online | |
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| Networking List | |
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| Online Employment Opportunities | |
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| Tools to Improve Networking Skills | |
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| The Interview | |
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| Tell Me about Yourself | |
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| Telephone Recordings | |
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| Wardrobe and Hygiene | |
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| Planning for the Interview | |
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| Prior to the Interview | |
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| Preparing for the Interview Questions | |
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| Typical Questions Regarding Your Qualifications | |
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| Questions Regarding Character | |
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| Questions Regarding Career Goals | |
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| Difficult or Stress Questions | |
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| Questions for You to Ask | |
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| After the Interview | |
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| Follow-Up Letters to the Interviewer | |
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| Interview Follow-up Letter | |
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| Personalizing Answers to Typical Interview Questions | |
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| Resumes for Four-Year Graduates | |
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| Professional Assistance | |
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| Examples of Resumes for Young Professionals | |
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| Account Coordinator-Marketing | |
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| Marketing, Public/Media Relations | |
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| Staff Accountant-Public Accounting | |
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| Elementary Education | |
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| Project Coordinator | |
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| Community Activist | |
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| Business Systems Analyst | |