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Crafting Effective Resumes and Cover Letters: Dos and Don'ts

The Pivot and Promotion Podcast - Career and Leadership Advice
The Pivot and Promotion Podcast - Career and Leadership Advice
Episode • Jan 18, 2024 • 16m

In episode 25, Dani Tan, a Leadership and Career Coach, discusses the importance of crafting effective resumes and cover letters. She emphasizes that while resumes are crucial, they are not the sole determining factor in the job search process. Dani provides several key takeaways for creating impactful resumes, including keeping them concise, highlighting relevant experiences, and showcasing measurable achievements. She also offers advice on writing cover letters, suggesting a formulaic approach to make the process less daunting. Dani concludes by introducing her coaching services and a 12-month group coaching program specifically designed for women of color.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:19 The Importance of Resumes

05:08 Keeping Resumes Concise

06:33 Highlighting Achievements in Resumes

08:25 Customizing Resumes for Job Applications

11:13 Approaching Cover Letters

14:17 Coaching Program for Career and Leadership Development


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