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*Tip 10 - Tweak and Target Your Resumes and Cover Letters
*You will generate many more interviews by tweaking your resume and cover letter so that they address the specific skills
each employer requests. For example, Sally originally wanted a customer service position, then found an ad for a Retail
Management opening. How well qualified do the headings in the left hand column present her for the Retail Management
position? Do you think the headings in the right hand column will generate more and better interviews for Retail
Management positions? Customer Service
Cash Accountability
Computer Skills Retail Management / Customer Service
Cash Accountability / Supervision of Retail Stations
Retail Accounting Applications
Sally's actual title had been Lead Cashier, even though she managed her own retail cashiering station in addition to 6
other cashiers and stations. Once Sally had created her original resume, it only took about 5 minutes to tweak and relabel
her skill descriptions to fit Retail Management positions. This "relabeling" is entirely truthful and is extremely important in
landing more interviews because it allows job seekers to apply for, and look qualified for, a wider range of jobs.
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