生活百科:求职有高招，简历要完善

 

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If a recent layoff has you scrambling for opportunities, this guide will help you score that first or next job interview.

You Will Need

*Resume
*Cover letter
*Portfolio
*Recruiter's information
*Thank-you note
*Professional attire (optional)

Step 1: Perfect your resume and cover letter 设计一份完美的简历和求职信
Perfect your resume and cover letter as the first step to scoring a needed job interview. Create a portfolio of sample work you’ve done if needed.

Step 2: Visit a job fair 多去招聘会上转转
Visit a job fair and pass out your resume to companies that are a good fit for your skills. Talk to each vendor. Speak clearly and introduce yourself with a firm, confident tone.

Dress the part with a suit and tie for men, and professional attire for women.

Step 3: Research company 多多了解你准备应聘的公司的情况
Research the company and learn as much as you can about their product or service. Know where your skills are needed and pitch yourself to the recruiter in person.

Step 4: Follow up 投递完简历别忘了去个电话提醒对方
Follow up with a phone call after you have submitted your resume and cover letter. Give the recruiter at least a week before calling to inquire about your status.

Practice what to say before picking up the phone.

Step 5: Send an email 发封邮件，让对方对你有印象
Send an email if you’re not up for a phone call or are unable to reach the recruiter. Attach a digital copy of your resume to remind them who you are.

Step 6: Send a thank you note 给招聘人员发条感谢信息，争取面试机会
Send a note thanking the recruiter for the opportunity and stating your excitement about working for the company. A good thank-you note could seal the deal to get you an interview.

For the first time since the Great Depression, the period from 1999 to 2009 resulted in a lost employment decade in which more jobs were lost than created.

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resume n. 履历；个人简历；摘要

          May I remind you to write a resume for me?

          请允许我提醒您为我写一份个人简历。

attire n. 服装；盛装

          The neatness of his attire was almost incredible.

          他的服装整洁得令人难以置信”。

recruiter n. 招聘人员，征兵人员

          Then, list the recruiter's title the company name address.

          然后列出招聘员工的头衔、公司名字和地址。