Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools Archives

I see all these resume templates with pictures. Should my picture be on my resume?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jun 30, 2021 | Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools, Resume Writing

QUESTION: I see all these resume templates with pictures. Should my picture be on my resume? v Cheryl Minnick, University of Montana No. Not for jobs in the US unless you would be hired for your appearance (model, TV anchor, actor) — your accomplishments,...

I have a Ph.D. but the jobs I’m applying to do not require this education level. Should I leave it off the resume? Will that be lying?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jun 7, 2021 | Career Changing, Career Planning & Focus, Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools, Resume Writing

QUESTION: I have a Ph.D. but the jobs I’m applying to do not require this education level. Should I leave it off the resume? Will that be lying? v Jennifer Gruwald, University of Connecticut If you are including an Education section and have listed other degrees,...

How do I submit a cover letter now that we don’t mail them anymore? And how long should it be?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | May 14, 2021 | Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools

QUESTION: How do I submit a cover letter now that we don’t mail them anymore? And how long should it be? v Jane Roqueplot, JaneCo's Sensible Solutions There ARE situations for mailing. If responding to an ad, follow its guidelines. Use a clear short subject line....

What is the best way to include a cover letter with my resume when I’m applying for a job online? Should it be a separate document or the first page of my resume?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | May 11, 2020 | Job Searching Online, Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools

QUESTION: What is the best way to include a cover letter with my resume when I’m applying for a job online? Should it be a separate document or the first page of my resume? v Grant Cooper, Strategic Resumes & Business Plans Generally, it is not advisable to...

I read a few articles online that mentioned cover letters being dead. Is this true?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Jul 22, 2019 | Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools

QUESTION: I read a few articles online that mentioned cover letters being dead. Is this true? v Edward Lawrence, Getstarted LLC Definitely not dead. Include a cover letter whenever allowed. First, the cover letter allows you to expand on your resume and highlight...

Should I Include Salary Info In My Cover Letter?

by Ask the Experts NRWA | Feb 4, 2019 | Letters, Bios & Other Career Tools, Salary & Benefits Negotiations

QUESTION: Should I include salary information in my cover letter? What if the job ad asks for it? v Grant Cooper, Strategic Resumes & Business Plans Your cover letter should be designed to secure the interview, while determining how much a position might pay...