The Elevator
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How to sign a cover letter: a guide to professional correspondence
You’ve created the perfect cover letter, and you’re itching to send it. However, before you do so, there’s one thing to remember. Learning how to sign a cover letter is a must. Here’s a quick guide to get you started.
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Resume Help13 min read
Proofreading your Resume: 12 Tips
Published in Resume Help
Applying for your next dream job? Before you press send, you need to know how to make your resume stand out. Read our guide to learn the expert secrets now.
Published in Career
by 
Paul Drury
Is unlimited paid time off an HR trick to get talented employees in the door, only for them to realize that the limits are very real? We look at the reality of this popular benefit.
Published in Career
Want to become an effective leader? The key to your success may be boosting your work-life balance. Read our guide to find out how to get it right.
Published in Career
by Paul Drury
Applying for a job when you have a criminal record is complicated, but not impossible. We explore the potential and pitfalls of a delicate situation.
Published in Career
Coworking spaces are a great way to meet other professionals, but what are they doing to your creativity? New research reveals what you should know.
Published in Career
by 
Debbie Bride
Putting your life back together following treatment for a substance use disorder is comparable to a full-time job. How can you manage an actual job search simultaneously after rehab? Here, we explore the challenges and rewards of reentering the workforce while recovery remains your top priority.
Published in Resume Help
by Debbie Bride
Rarely is it necessary to indicate on your resume when you’re available to work, because availability can be assumed in most hiring circumstances. But in some instances, clarifying your work availability on your resume can benefit both you and potential employers.
Published in Career
by Paul Drury
When our job satisfaction nosedives beyond a certain point, quitting becomes inevitable. But should you sit and suffer until you have found a new job? Let’s consider the options.
Published in Resume Help
by 
Susan Shor
Your spreadsheets are the talk of the company because they look so great. You want to make sure your application to your dream job includes that you excel at Excel, but how do you highlight that on your resume? We look at how to do just that.
Published in Resume Help
by Debbie Bride
When it’s time for a customer service job change, the few short lines of text at the top of your resume page could be the most impactful writing task you’ve tackled in a long time. Here we offer some practical advice for composing an effective customer service resume objective.
Published in Career
Do you want just any job or are you thinking bigger? If you’re looking toward the future, it’s smart to have a career plan. In the following guide, we will take a look at the difference between a career and a job to help you start planning yours.
