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How to Write an Awesome Cover Letter Closing

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Writing a Resume

Your cover letter closing matters. Learn the three components to a good close, and read our tips on how to finish strong with a call to action.

ByRobert HalfAugust 5, 2020 / 4:45 pm
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Top 25 Worst Resume Objective Statements

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Writing your resume objective statement? It requires skill and strategic thinking. Here are 25 real-life Resumania examples that should serve as cautionary tales about what not to do.

ByRobert HalfApril 10, 2019 / 4:55 pm
Resume NoNo's

Resumania™: Motto Mania

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You’ve likely noticed that some people include a pithy statement at the bottom of their email messages. While including clever catchphrases or inspirational sayings is generally fine for email, they don’t belong on your resume.

ByRobert HalfDecember 15, 2014 / 8:00 am

Resumania™: Avoid These Easy-to-Make Resume Mistakes

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Writing a Resume

“Don’t sweat the small stuff” is sage advice for handling many situations in life. But you can safely toss that adage out the window when it comes time to write or update your resume. That’s because every single word counts.

ByRobert HalfDecember 12, 2014 / 8:00 am
Resume: Do not sell yourself short

Resumania™: “Will Work for Cheap”

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Your resume is very much a sales tool. But unlike a Cyber Monday advertisement, spotlighting your low price isn’t going to help you make the sale.

ByRobert HalfDecember 1, 2014 / 8:00 am