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Fully updated with advice reflecting the current job market, a revised and expanded edition of the best-selling career guide includes coverage of digital resumes, online interviews, and the impact of COVID-19 on the job market.

"Provides essential tips for writing impressive resumes and cover letters, networking effectively, interviewing with confidence, and negotiating the best salary possible. Whether you're searching for your first job, were recently laid off, or are dreaming of a career change, . . . will guide you toward a fulfilling and prosperous life's work"--OCLC.

"Looking for a job can be overwhelming for anyone, especially a teen in search of that first paying gig. In this . . . guide, readers will learn all the steps to finding, applying, and interviewing for a job. Step-by-step instructions will explain how to build a r?suem?, how to write a . . . cover letter, and how to pen business correspondence. Advice will help job-seeking teens to dress professionally, tackle tricky interview questions, and showcase the very best they have to offer"--Provided by publisher.

This book teaches readers how to build a powerful portfolio no matter what career path they are on.

Shows young people the tools and techniques for creating and using a digital portfolio to apply for colleges and jobs. Also discusses how to customize, update, and maintain a digital portfolio. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Offers advice to job hunters and career changers on how to find their dream job, including tips on writing resumes, conducting online job searches, starting a business, making contacts, interviewing, and negotiating salaries.

"What Color Is Your Parachute? is the world's most popular job-hunting guide, revised and updated annually...This 2016 edition features the latest studies and perspectives on today's job-market, including proven strategies for finding jobs even when everyone tells you there are none. Career expert Richard N. Bolles reveals surprising advice on what works--and what doesn't--so you can focus your efforts on tactics that yield results. This helpful manual shares proven tips for writing impressive resumes and cover letters, as well as guidance for effective networking, confident interviewing, and the best salary negotiating possible. But it goes beyond that by helping you to zero in on your ideal job--and life--with its classic Flower Exercise."--Page 4 of cover.

Discusses the elements of a good cover letter, explaining how to write one that gets attention, and provides approximately one hundred samples, arranged by industry.

Contains sample resumes in a variety of fields, hints for the interview, and cover letters to help get a better job.