IT Resume Tutorial
Use this tutorial to develop an IT resume that will catch the eye of the HR and IT hiring manager.

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Resume Dilemmas and New Resume Technologies

Video Resume: The Future of Job Applications, or Just a Fad?
The use of video resumes to apply for jobs has skyrocketed in popularity, especially among recent graduates. But, is the use of this new digital "resume" a wave of the future, or is it just a fad? Although they're great for helping employers quickly ascertain a job applicant's communication skills -- potentially giving them an advantage over other candidates lacking this kind of job tool -- there are several significant downfalls to these types of "resumes," including technology obstacles and potential legal ramifications.

Create a Web-Ready Resume
Another resume variation that every job-seeker should consider for his or her toolbox is the Web-ready or HTML resume.

How to Handle a Gap in Your Job History
When you think of The Gap, we all think of the clothing store with the super skinny models and cute ads, right? Well, in the wonderful world of resume writing and job searches, a gap in employment is a totally different ball game. In fact, it's one of the things that causes the most stress and fear in the hearts and minds of the job-seeker.

What is your personal web page telling employers?
When a small consulting company in Chicago was looking to hire a summer intern this month, the company's president went online to check on a promising candidate who had just graduated from the University of Illinois.

CBVideo Resume
Ever thought, "If I could only get an interview, I know I’d get the job"?
This is your chance to get that interview with a video resume from CareerBuilder.com.
Don’t get caught relying on a paper resume to sell yourself –
Show off your personality with a Video Resume!

Resume Presentation - Monster Members Share What Works for Them
Writing a resume is like exercising: You may not look forward to it, but you feel better once it’s done. And like the results of a good workout, a well-presented resume can help you keep your career in shape.

The Best 10 Resume Writers on the Internet
Non-profit independent reviews of top resume writing firms by experts

Can Your Hobby Get You A Job?
By Vault.com
Do tap dancers make better online editors? Does a breakdancer have an edge in business development?

It's a Resume, No It's A Letter, No -- It's a Resume Letter
Though allowing a professional writer to compose your own resume could be an advantage, learning the basics would let anyone draft their own like a professional. The difference between the two works could be considered between being simply “satisfactory” or excellently “competent.”

Do You Know Your Resume's Hidden Surprises?
If a manager searches the Web about that hobby of yours, do you know what he'll find? Are you sure?

Sample Resumes

A well-crafted cover letter is your chance to make a positive first impression, and should summarize key points from your resume. Like your resume, your cover letter should focus on the job for which you are applying.

Below you'll find resources that help you develop a cover letter template

How to Write Unbeatable IT Cover Letters
Many IT professionals mistakenly believe that the resume is what matters most when applying for jobs. As the saying goes, you never have a second chance to make a first impression, and your cover letter is your first impression.

Four Cover Letters for Four Job-Search Strategies
Cover letters should be customized according to each of the four basic job-search strategies:

• Responding to job postings.
• Resume distribution to employers of your target market.
• Contacting recruiters or headhunters.
• Networking among your professional contacts.

Writing the IT Cover Letter That Really Computes
Why IT Cover Letters Are Mission Critical to Your Career

Sample IT Cover Letters

New Beginnings for Your Cover Letter
Cover letter openers are often pretty generic, but they don’t have to be.

Cover Letter Checklist
Before you send your cover letter, review this Cover Letter Checklist to make sure that you have covered all the basics and are sending a perfect cover letter to your prospective employer. You only get one chance to make a good impression, so it's important to make sure all your materials are in order.

Are Cover Letters Necessary
Just curious...do these make a difference to a potential employer?

Write a Real Cover Letter, Not Just a Resume Rehash
June 11, 2008 (10:00AM) by Julie O'Malley, CPRW
I'm always suspicious when I hear recruiters or career experts say the cover letter is dead. I'm sure there are some companies that don't want cover letters, but most still do. If you're looking for excuses not to write a cover letter, you can find plenty: