Resumes For Dummies, 6th Edition

Write a winning resume and land that job interview!

Is your job search stalling out after you submit a resume but before you're offered an interview? With a recession that has caused a 10% unemployment rate affecting 15.3 million Americans, having a winning resume is vital to securing an interview-and it demands a fresh look at how you write your resumes and market yourself.

Whether you're entering the job market for the first time, looking for a new job after a lay off, or changing careers, Resumes For Dummies shows you the ropes and rules for a new era in recruiting and jobsearching.

• Instructions for writing an inclusive core resume

• Tips on targeting a known position, or tailoring a resume to specific industries

• Common resume-writing mistakes to avoid

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