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How to Handle Phone Interviews

By Alice Wojcio | Published: December 9, 2009
Hiring managers and search committees are sometimes so pressed for time that they now conduct their preliminary interviews over the phone. It’s not unusual to be invited to a phone meeting including several members of a search committee who will interview you together, much like an interview in person. Typically, these meetings are arranged in [...]
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Why Use a Cover Letter?

By John Wojcio | Published: October 29, 2009
A cover letter introduces you to the person responsible for reviewing applicants. If it gets passed along to the hiring manager, it introduces you to the person you hope to work for, as well. For the most part, a cover letter bridges the gap between your resume and the job posting. Your resume is the framework [...]
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