If you are new to job seeking, writing a cover letter may seem unnecessary to you. However, the missing cover letter can be just that missing ingredient that gives you a higher chance of landing that job. A cover letter as the name suggests, is a formal letter that you write to a potential employer in an attempt to better position yourself as the ideal candidate they are looking for. It is sent together with your resume to the hiring manager and it is the first thing that he or she will read. A well-composed cover letter helps you to stand out among the crowd and capture the attention of the HR manager, prompting him or her to read your resume. Continue reading "The 3 Key Pointers You Need To Keep In Mind When Writing A Cover Letter"

Sometimes it does not pay to be so honest with your boss. Do not misunderstood the meaning here, I am not telling you to go against your policy and start lying to everyone you see on the streets, besides it is wrong to lie in the first place. In most cases, the old adage remains true where total honesty can be deadly to your career. This can be in situations when you have decided to spill the beans to your boss regarding certain instances but it appear totally offensive and aggressive to him or her. Continue reading "The 6 Deadly Career Killers You Should Never Tell Your Boss!"