About Careers Today, by Anon

About Careers Today, by Anon I got an few personal emails from my friends after my layoff announcement. Heres one I got permission to share with you. There are many lessons here: Hi Jason, The thing that just galls me about the layoff piece is this: good people take on personal energy to put into their job. They get invested in it because it aligns with what they want to be doing (passion or not). And companies and their management want us invested in what they are doing, where they are going. And then the management changes direction. Executives have their contracts and parachutes; we’re lucky if we get severance. The dissonance between “our people are our most important asset” and “your last day is November 30th” is just tough to reconcile. But the disillusionment of being invested in the plan, the goal, the work and then having it taken away has a particularly bad impact on our egos and self worth. I’ve become highly cynical about Corporate America, for good reason. I look at corporate pronouncements with a detached, highly cynical eye (the one today was along the lines of “we’ve now completed our simplification of  [company name removed] as we have now sold off x, x, and y”). I don’t buy into any direction the company provides, outside of what’s in it for me and recalculating my quarterly “how long will my job last” questionnaire. It’s not team oriented at all, although I help my team. It’s highly narcissistic, even though I am not. My goal is to be highly employable, knowing job security doesn’t exist. You don’t get highly employable unless you are ruthless in how you handle your career and pay attention to what is happening at work. It has saved my bacon more than once. Don’t know a way around that, though I wish I did. Be well, my friend. Fight the good fight. Cheers[name removed] This comes from someone I really respect, who understands careers in corporate in a way I could only imagine. Years ago I was talking to a SVP of People (a high level HR person) who was complaining that employees just arent loyal to companies anymore. Uh, duh. yah think???? I couldnt believe that this person, who Im sure based on her tenure and title, had at some points in her career been involved in terminating whole groups of people, could even think that we are a bunch lemurs who are clamoring to work at companies and give 110% loyalty, even though with a click of a mouse we could be in the poor house, with our careers devastated. Okay, maybe thats too heavy on the assumptions, but to hear an HR professional complain that loyalty towards a company is a thing of the past was indeed shocking. Who created this mess? If we, employees, didnt have to worry about our livelihood, how much more productive would we be?   You wouldnt have to do employee satisfaction and engagement initiatives all the time if were didnt have this dark cloud of BEING POOR over our heads. Im not saying that we are entitled to wealth just because we have a job, but the unknown that comes from living in an at-will environment is taxing. It makes us wonder. And not matter how great you are, according to the best places to work surveys, if a better opportunity comes along in a company that hasnt bought that designation, I might just take it. Because YOU created this environment that helps me know that YOU do not care about me or my future. HR does not care. Management does not care. When it comes down to it, a decrease in employee loyalty has come because you eliminated any loyalty towards the employee. And now we are left to fend for ourselves. Thats okay, I guess. It is, as they say, what it is. But dont come complaining to me that employees arent loyal anymore. About Careers Today, by Anon I got an few personal emails from my friends after my layoff announcement. Heres one I got permission to share with you. There are many lessons here: Hi Jason, The thing that just galls me about the layoff piece is this: good people take on personal energy to put into their job. They get invested in it because it aligns with what they want to be doing (passion or not). And companies and their management want us invested in what they are doing, where they are going. And then the management changes direction. Executives have their contracts and parachutes; we’re lucky if we get severance. The dissonance between “our people are our most important asset” and “your last day is November 30th” is just tough to reconcile. But the disillusionment of being invested in the plan, the goal, the work and then having it taken away has a particularly bad impact on our egos and self worth. I’ve become highly cynical about Corporate America, for good reason. I look at corporate pronouncements with a detached, highly cynical eye (the one today was along the lines of “we’ve now completed our simplification of  [company name removed] as we have now sold off x, x, and y”). I don’t buy into any direction the company provides, outside of what’s in it for me and recalculating my quarterly “how long will my job last” questionnaire. It’s not team oriented at all, although I help my team. It’s highly narcissistic, even though I am not. My goal is to be highly employable, knowing job security doesn’t exist. You don’t get highly employable unless you are ruthless in how you handle your career and pay attention to what is happening at work. It has saved my bacon more than once. Don’t know a way around that, though I wish I did. Be well, my friend. Fight the good fight. Cheers[name removed] This comes from someone I really respect, who understands careers in corporate in a way I could only imagine. Years ago I was talking to a SVP of People (a high level HR person) who was complaining that employees just arent loyal to companies anymore. Uh, duh. yah think???? I couldnt believe that this person, who Im sure based on her tenure and title, had at some points in her career been involved in terminating whole groups of people, could even think that we are a bunch lemurs who are clamoring to work at companies and give 110% loyalty, even though with a click of a mouse we could be in the poor house, with our careers devastated. Okay, maybe thats too heavy on the assumptions, but to hear an HR professional complain that loyalty towards a company is a thing of the past was indeed shocking. Who created this mess? If we, employees, didnt have to worry about our livelihood, how much more productive would we be?   You wouldnt have to do employee satisfaction and engagement initiatives all the time if were didnt have this dark cloud of BEING POOR over our heads. Im not saying that we are entitled to wealth just because we have a job, but the unknown that comes from living in an at-will environment is taxing. It makes us wonder. And not matter how great you are, according to the best places to work surveys, if a better opportunity comes along in a company that hasnt bought that designation, I might just take it. Because YOU created this environment that helps me know that YOU do not care about me or my future. HR does not care. Management does not care. When it comes down to it, a decrease in employee loyalty has come because you eliminated any loyalty towards the employee. And now we are left to fend for ourselves. Thats okay, I guess. It is, as they say, what it is. But dont come complaining to me that employees arent loyal anymore.

What are your weaknesses The killer interview question

What are your weaknesses The killer interview question It doesnt matter whether youre a seasoned pro or completely green, there are some interview questions that just invite dread. Theres one that really seems to get pulses racing: what are your weaknesses? And I can see why. It seems to undermine your whole interview strategy; why would you give the recruiter reasons to reject you? Well the key here is to understand the psychology behind the question. Why recruiters ask this question Asking about your weaknesses â€" or variants on the theme â€" is not part of a malign plot to trip you up or make you stressed (though it can feel like it!). Interviewers often ask this question to gauge the following: How well you respond to pressure. Can you provide a thoughtful, considered answer without crumbling? Are you able to maintain your composure? Honesty and integrity. All of us have weak spots but a strong candidate will take ownership of their weaknesses, showing both insight and self awarenes. Evidence of personal growth. Being able to identify your weaknesses and take corrective action. Dont play the perfectionist card Although the tide has started to turn, youll still find many careers sites recommending the weakness into a strength approach. I think recruiters are probably clued up enough to see beyond such a transparent â€" and cliched â€" strategy, and I cant help feeling this is guaranteed to provoke irritation. Just play out this scenario: Interviewer: Tell me about your weaknesses? You: Well, I consider myself to be a perfectionist and I set myself extremely high standards. This makes it hard for me to delegate work and I sometimes tend to obsess over the smallest detail. However, I do recognise this can be a problem and I am trying to find a good balance between managing the project and seeking colleagues input and feedback What you hope the interviewer hears: I am a high performing employee I take the initiative I see projects through to completion I have no real weaknesses What theyre really thinking: Im not sure youre a team player You could be a bit high maintenance Youre not willing to learn Youre being disingenuous and lack self-awareness Dont talk yourself out of a job First of all, you need to give serious consideration to your weak points. And I do mean  before  the interview. You dont want to be caught on the back foot, trying to find an answer to a question that can make or break your interview. Think about the job spec and the role in general: if you proclaim a discomfort with public speaking, only to find its a career essential, than dont be surprised if the interview ends fairly swiftly! Try to find something that youve struggled with in the past, but are now trying to overcome. You dont want to be too candid and start checking off weaknesses like a shopping list, so its best to identify one particular area and share your journey through a brief narrative. I often pose this question in mock interviews and rather liked this answer: Im not naturally the most organised person and in the past this affected my ability to meet multiple deadlines. This was certainly the case during my A levels, and I used to make lists and keep a day planner. When I started at Warwick I bought a smartphone and I use the alerts and apps to good effect. I find it much easier to manage my academic and extra curricular commitments and havent missed a single deadline. Im confident that I can now manage this weakness and feel able to meet the challenges of a professional workplace You may be wondering whether this was such a smart move. Who wants to admit theyre disorganised? Well, as our student recognised there are some skills or traits that dont come naturally. Recruiters are expecting you to admit to some personal or professional weakness theyll be far more surprised if you dont.  Networking is my achilles heel I really have to work at it. Can I say honestly that Ive conquered my natural aversion to networking? No, but I have learnt some pretty useful techniques over the years and can â€" if needed â€" work a room. Like the student above, Ive found ways to manage my weaknesses, so the impact on my professional life is negligible. Take a similar approach with an interviewer and you wont go far wrong. Is there a right answer? There are good answers, bad answers and some downright ugly ones that will see you consigned to the reject pile with lightning speed. Dont, for example, reply chocolate hoping to find the recruiters funny bone. Theres a time for offbeat humour the interview isnt it. So, is there a definitive, industry standard, universally accepted right answer? No. This is one you have to work out for yourself, but get it right and youll move just a little closer to that job offer.

What Type Of Work Environment Do You Prefer Interview Answers - Career Sidekick

“What Type Of Work Environment Do You Prefer” Interview Answers - Career Sidekick “What Type Of Work Environment Do You Prefer?” Interview Answers Interview Questions and Answers / https://www.edenscott.com/blog Hiring managers and interviewers love to ask questions like:What type of work environment do you prefer?Describe the type of work environment you work best in?What kind of work environment do you like and why?In this article, Im going to walk you through why they ask, how to givegreat answers when they ask about your ideal work environment, and the mistakes to AVOID if you want to get the job offer.Heres why its tricky: Usually you arent 100% sure what they want to hear, in part because youve never seen THEIR work environment first-hand.And if you say you dont like the type of environment they happen to have, they wont hire you.Kind of a trap, right?Dont worry, Im going to walk you through the best interview answers for this question right nowHow To Answer “What Type Of Work Environment Do You Work Best In?”1. Figure out what type of environment the company hasGiving a good interview answer when describing what type of work environment you prefer b egins with research.If you pay attention to previous communication, the job description, the company website, and do a quick search on YouTube just in case they have videos, youll get SOME sense of the work environment.So, make sure you research the company before your interview. I cant stress this enough.Now try to come up with some idea of what they want to hear.Do they seem to micromanage people or do they give their workers a lot of freedom? (I personally would never in a million years work for that first type of company. But do what you want!)Are they very formal or casual? What do they wear?Do they do things together outside of work? Does the team youre interviewing with seem to have a strong bond?Do they trust their employees to make big decisions on their own? Or do you need to get approval for everything?You can also gather clues on some of these things in the interview. Or if youve had a previous interview, think back to what was discussed. (For example, if you already had a phone interview with HR, and now they ask what type of work environments you prefer in the face-to-face interview).Okay, now lets look at exactly how to answer2. Show them youll do well in their work environmentGive them a sense of what you enjoy but lean toward saying you tend to like an environment similar to theirs.If the environment seems relaxed and they give their people a lot of freedom to operate independently, say you enjoy independence and youre great at making decisions on your own.If the job description repeated over and over that they want someone detail-oriented, and the hiring manager looks like shell fire you if you are one single minute late in your life, say that you prefer an environment thats organized, carefully-planned, and systematic.(Again not sure why people choose to work in jobs like this, but there are plenty out there and they always seem to find workers somehow)If the job descriptions mentions a lot of teamwork and collaboration, say that you prefer a collaborative environment, and then give some examples of how youve been in similar situations in the past.Or even better tell them part of why you applied for the position is that it seemed like a great match for the type of work environment you perform well in (and then elaborate/explain). That will show them youve really done your research.3. Talk about what you like, not what you dont likeFocus on describing things you like. I enjoy a collaborative environment. I really like an environment that values problem solving, creativity, and effort because I feel I bring those three things to my job each day. etc.That way, if you happen to say something that isnt quite aligned with how the interviewer views their company, its alright.However, if you had said, I can only work in a highly-collaborative environment and I hate work that involves being isolated or not talking to other people, youre not getting hired if the job is even a little bit like that.So keep it positive and focus on the things you like.4. Follow up your answer with an example if possibleGive PROOF. After you tell them you love a collaborative environment, talk about how youve been successful in this environment in the past. In previous jobs, in school, in projects. Whatevers recent and relevant.If you told them you like an organized, serious work environment, talk about how youve used this type of environment to succeed recently.So the first part of your answer is to directly address their question while staying positive. The second part is to give proof and examples.5. What if you have NO IDEA what their work environment is like?Maybe its a first interview and you didnt have time to do a lot of research (hey, it happens! Ive done it).If you really have no clue what type of work environment the company offers, your goal should be to sound balanced and versatile. You should say that youve worked in both types of environments and are able to adapt, etc.You really shouldnt be in this situation of ten. Research is important. If youve got on multiple interviews and felt like you know very little about the company, its probably the reason youre not finding a job.But it can happen once or twice, so heres an example of what Id say:I do well in a few different types of environments. I can adapt. In my last job, we were given a lot of freedom to make decisions on our own, and I enjoyed that. But Ive also worked in stricter environments and performed well and had no issues. How would you describe the work environment here, and what type of person usually enjoys working for you?(Ending your answer with a question is a great way to turn the interview into a more natural conversation, take the pressure off, and making the hiring manager like you a LOT more. I share more on this strategy with word-for-word scripts in my in-depth interview answer guide).Lets look at a few more word-for-word answer examples nowExample Answers for What Type of Work Environment Do You Prefer?Example Answer #1:Ive worked in small companies as well as Fortune 500 firms. I dont really have a preferred company size. I do think I work best in a collaborative environment. I enjoy working as part of a team, even though I can do independent work, too. I saw your job description mentions a lot of collaboration with other teams and departments, so I think Id excel in this role. Communication and teamwork are strengths of mine.Example Answer #2:I prefer an energetic work environment where people are excited to be there. I immediately got the sense that this is that type of place when I came into the first interview. I love the energy here and I think its the type of place where Id do my best work. My last company had a similar environment and I thrived there. It was where I made the biggest gains in my career, learned the most, and accomplished the most for my team and company.How to Describe What Type of Work Environment You Prefer Quick InstructionsResearch the employer before your interview to learn as much as possible about their work environmentNotice if this employers environment seems more casual or strict; more fast-paced or relaxed, etc.When you describe the work environment you prefer, you want to make it sound like youll excel in THEIR environment, or else theyre unlikely to hire you. So talk about how you do your best work in an environment similar to theirsFocus on the positive aspects talk about why you work well in an environment like theirs instead of bad-mouthing or talking about why you dislike other types of work environments. Its always better to focus on the positives when describing the environment you work best in.Give specific examples if you can. For example, if this work environment is going to be very fast-paced, youd want to tell them you do your best work in a fast-paced environment and then back it up with a real example of a past job that you produced great work in.If you follow these steps youll have a great answer any time the interviewer asks what type of work environment you perform best in, or what type of work environment is ideal for you.

7 Tips and Tools to Maximize Your Work Day - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

7 Tips and Tools to Maximize Your Work Day - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Do you ever have those days when youre just staring into space and thinking to yourself: Did I actually accomplish anything within the past eight hours? If youre having frequent dry spells productivity-wise, that could spell trouble for your personal brand. To get back into your old groove, so to speak, try some or more of the following tips: Reframe Negative Thoughts About Your Work In his book The Now Habit, Neil Fiore talks about how your mindset can make or break your productivity. For example, having thoughts like I should do this, even if I dont want to, This project is too big, Im not going to finish this on time is a surefire way to not get anything done. Instead, before you get to work, think empowering thoughts like I choose to do this, What can I start now? and When can I start?. Keep repeating those thoughts to yourself like a mantra, until you feel pumped up. Set Specific Deadlines for Goals Fiore also writes: A realistic goal includes an action verb, a deadline, and a cost component, usually time or money. That is, if your goal is phrased like I will finish this project, rewrite it into something more specific: I will finish this project by Friday this week, by allotting two hours a day to it from Monday to Friday. That way, youre clear on how youll go about your goal, exactly, and youre less likely to put it off for later. Get Things Done in 30-Minute Chunks If the task at hand (e.g. send a private message to all 100 of your newest Twitter followers) seems too overwhelming, Fiore suggests you take your work 30 minutes at a time. Use apps to block out distractions, try to finish your work uninterrupted within half an hour, and be amazed at how much you managed to accomplish within that limited time frame. Automate Rote, Time-Consuming Tasks Some tasksâ€"such as sending e-mail, transferring files, and keeping track of team membersâ€"can be automated with the help of apps, such as: Asana. Asana is a great way to manage everyones projects. You can create tasks, tag people who need to see those tasks, and have brainstorming sessions all in one place. Boomerang for Gmail. With Boomerang, you can schedule e-mails, follow up on pending ones, and even keep track of whether your recipient opened your message. eFileCabinet. Unlike many cloud storage systems, eFileCabinet doesnt require a server. Instead, it backs up all your important files and folders in data centers protected by the most advanced encryption and security measures. LastPass. Dont want to leave your passwords lying around on Post-Its? Manage them all with LastPass, which stores your login information in a safe place.     Of course, these arent the only tools available to help you clear those mind-numbing, repetitive tasks. Whats important is to find the ones that fit your companys process, and that will continue to be useful in the foreseeable future. Build Good, Productivity-Boosting Habits Productivity experts often emphasize the importance of building habits, and for good reason. Since habitsâ€"like washing your face and brushing your teeth first thing in the morningâ€"are automatic to you, theyre not cognitively demanding, and therefore free up mental space for the things that matter. For example, lets say you start work at 8:30 AM, instead of 8:00, because it takes you 30 minutes to settle in. In that case, find a way to get your brain into work mode before you set foot inside the office (like chanting the positive mantras we mentioned earlier), so youll start and end your work earlier. Take Good Care of Your Body When your work requires you to sit at a desk all day, its easy to let your physical health fall by the wayside. Actually, getting up every now and then will do wonders both for your fitness and your productivity, because of the strong link between physical and mental health. Use Rewards, Rather Than Threats, to Motivate Yourself Which do you think is more motivating: If I dont finish this by today, Ill have twice the workload tomorrow or If I finish this today, I can marathon all the Game of Thrones episodes I want after work? Yep, your guess is as good as mineâ€"and Fiores. Punishments put unnecessary pressure on you. They force you to focus on not getting anything wrong, instead of getting the important things right. Rewards, on the other hand, do the opposite: They motivate you to do your best, because you know that you have something to look forward to other than payday. A Few More Words of Advice It might take some time before you see any results from these tips. Dont worry about it too much, though: You will see results eventually. And when you do, youll find yourself accomplishing things youve never even dreamed of accomplishing before.

The Pros and Cons of A Freelance Career - CareerMetis.com

The Pros and Cons of A Freelance Career Not all of us can be satisfied with an office job. If you ever found yourself waking up on a rainy morning and struggling to get out of bed, you probably understand what I’m talking about. That’s one of the main reasons more and more people are willing to try freelance instead of an office job.However, that’s not the only reason people want to do so. On the first sight, freelancing opens a whole new world of amazing possibilities: you can work from home, travel anytime you like, and earn money at the same time. But is it really like that?evalWhen it comes to a freelance career, it’s important to mention not only pros but also cons of this business. That’s why today I’m going to tell you about them.Pros of freelance workevalLet’s be honest: how many of us spend the whole day in office actually working? Probably, not whole â€" or this work isn’t as hard as it seems: otherwise, we’d become exhausted very quickly.However, even if we don’t have to work for 8 hours stra ight, we still have to sit in the office until the end of a workday. That can be a tough challenge for those of us who hate to waste their time.When you freelance, you are able to decide how much time you’re going to spend on work as well as manage your workload. This is definitely a pro, especially if you are skilled in managing your time. Moreover, it’s a good option if you are a student, who has to combine college and work.Furthermore, you are able to work from anywhere: from your bed if you don’t feel like getting out of it today; from a café if you like being close to people; from another country if you decide to go on a vacation. You also don’t have a limited vacation: you can spend half of the year resting if your budget allows doing so.You can also earn more money on freelance, especially if you are a hard worker. Your income depends directly on the amount of work you do, not on the amount of hours you spend working For example, I know a talented designer who loves to work but hates communicating with clients. He can do his work brilliantly but would rather do it in an office than go freelancing because the latter means that he has to contact his potential clients on his own. That’s the main reason people decide not to try freelancing. However, this problem can be solved once you find some permanent clients.Unfortunately, when it comes to freelance you are also less protected from various misfortunes and payment delays. If a client delays your payment, all you can do is wait.Another con of freelance is that it requires a lot of self-organization and motivation. If it’s hard for you to manage your time well, you might find yourself in trouble because you won’t be able to meet the deadlines. In this case, you can actually spend more time on work and receive less money than you would receive in office.CONCLUSIONTo sum it up, freelance is a good opportunity for active people, who are able to organize their time well, work hard, and communica te with clients easily.evalFreelancing is more flexible than an office job: if you want to receive more money, you’ll just need to work more; but you also can work less. Moreover, you can take a day off in the middle of the week if a deadline allows it and even work at night if you choose to do so.Freelancing is also a good option for those who want to develop professionally: for example, in order to improve your writing, you need to learn how to do it.However, if you find it hard to concentrate at home or in any kind of non-office environment, if you have troubles with finding clients, asking for more money for your work, and evaluating how much time it’ll take you to finish a certain task, maybe freelance is not for you after all.It requires a lot of concentration, work, and self-organization, so you have to develop these traits first before trying to switch to freelance work.The best thing with a freelance career is that you’re always able to try it before switching to it c ompletely. To do so, check out various resources like Upwork or Fiverr, try to get some tasks assigned to you and see how you’ll be able to complete them.I wish you good luck with that!

Internet Cover Letter Tips - Hire Imaging

Internet Cover Letter Tips - Hire Imaging Internet Cover Letter Many job seekers complain of applying online with cover letters for dozens (if not more) of positions on monster.com, careerbuilder.com or other job boards. What happens so much of the time? Absolutely nothing. While I do not have magic solutions or answers to this, let me share a perspective on what often happens on the other side. These insights have been shared by many friends and colleagues coming from that “other-side-of-the-desk” viewpoint. Hiring managers or recruiters are flooded with many qualified responses to their advertised openings. In this economy, the numbers are more staggering than ever. They can give very little time to any one résumé or letter. Letters often do not get read at all, and yet they are still touted as important pieces to the document suite. There are some tips that will improve chances of your online letter being read and hopefully, noted! Short paragraphs, no more than three lines. Hard space returns so the layout is broken up on the viewer’s page. Relevance! The letters should closely mirror back the job requirements. Bullets that are easy to read and to the point. It is better to have no letter than an ineffective one. When sending e-mail letters or Internet postings, structure greatly impacts their success. Internet Cover Letter: High Level Tips Quickly reference the job you are applying for Three to four bullets summarizing why you are the right candidate. These should absolutely align with the posting’s job requirements! Speedy, concise closing. Internet Cover Letter: Sample Structure Content Dear ABC Company: Your national account manager opening is a perfect fit with my background, so I’m excited to speak with you. I do offer [and then list their position criteria around your career highlights]: 10 years’ experience in national account development targeting Fortune 100 companies 10 years’ experience training, developing and mentoring sales professionals MBA in Marketing CRM and Action Selling expertise My accompanying résumé further highlights examples of my relevant qualifications and successes. I’d love to discuss how I could contribute in this role to meet your needs. Should you have any questions before scheduling an appointment, I can be reached at the phone number or email above. John Doe

What to Expect From a Resume Writing and Consultation Service

What to Expect From a Resume Writing and Consultation ServiceResume writing and consultation can be a very lucrative business. As long as you know what your strengths and weaknesses are, you should be able to write a resume that will attract the employer's attention and get you the job.If you are looking for a job and do not have a good resume, you will not get hired. People get offered jobs all the time but only a few of them ever actually take them because they don't have a good resume. If you are without a good resume, the odds are very good that you will be offered a job by someone who does not even know you.Now that you have written a very good resume, you have the beginning of a professional service. You will want to write it from start to finish, once again, for the entire job. If you will not be able to do this, you are wasting your time. Your resume has to be completed in one sitting, and you cannot cheat by doing any writing in between.Writing a resume will cost you money, and it will not be free. You will be asked to pay for writing and consultation. It may be hard to believe, but the price you will be asked to pay is for your reputation. If you ask, 'What is the total cost of writing my resume?'While you wait for your resume to be done, you should write another resume. This one should be about yourself, not the job. Be sure to list your other skills as well, because you will need these skills when you apply for the job.In order to make an excellent resume, you will need a ton of resources. You will need professional examples, sample cover letters, a summary of your skills, samples of your work, industry-specific samples, and samples of previous jobs. You will also need your resume as well as the 'Contact Us' page. The contact us page should include your first and last name, your e-mail address, and an address to mail the resume.Once your resume is finished, the consultant arrives and starts putting it together. This includes copy writing, employment history and education verification, samples of work from previous jobs, samples of your academic transcript, reference checks, references checks, and medical/financial information. All of this has to be updated regularly and you should update the information every day.After all this is done, the consultant will come back and re-write your cover letter and interview skills. Then, she will present it to you. It may be very tempting to skip this step, but it is a very important part of the resume writing and consultation process. Your future employer will rely on your experience and on your cover letter to hire you.