Employment Support Resources: Resume Writing

• Learning Express registration link for Stevens Memorial Library patrons
• Direct link to Learning Express' resume and cover letter tutorials.

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VIRTUAL PROGRAM:  Cover Letters and Personal Branding

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16, 9:30—11:30 AM

This week's topic (June 16) is cover letters and personal branding. In addition to a presentation, one of our participants, Chris Marcotta, will share a type of Cover Letter he has been using with success. As usual we will have breakout room exercises for small group networking.

First time attendees need to register HERE.

The Tewksbury Library has partnered with libraries in Andover, Chelmsford, Dracut, North Andover and Tyngsborough to sponsor this group.

• Chapter 6 of “Lose the Resume Land the Job”: Your Resume the Story You Tell: Get tips on how to build an effective resume, from concept to construction this chapter has it all.
• “Learn Good Business Writing and Communication”: Interested in the more technical  aspects of formatting and writing a resume? There are examples here for:
• Performance Format
• Problem Solution Format
• Cover Letter Format
• Career Changer's Manual - a one-stop resource for someone on a job search. Go to Chapter 8 for resume tips. This resource is provided by Learning Express, so be sure to register as a Stevens Memorial Library patron in order to access this material.

Job Search Skills: Resume Builder –

Burlington Public Library

Inquire about resume review with Career Coach Gary Gekow. Learn how to craft a resume that will stand out from the crowd! 

Gary covers:

· Resume best practices for today’s job market

· Content review

· Formatting choices

· Applicant tracking systems

· Keyword search techniques

· How to address special situations

Gary Gekow is a Senior Employment Specialist and Career Coach with 30 years of recruiting and employment services experience in the New England staffing industry. Gary assists with employment search strategies including resume creation, interview coaching, LinkedIn profile branding, and career counseling.

Questions?  Contact 

Shelley Sloboder, Reference/Social Media Librarian, Burlington Public Library 

ssloboder@burlingtonpl.org 

(781) 270-1691