Summer Jobs News

Find a new job this summer with our links to jobs pages on Your Career Change /find a job, plus job search engines and other helpful job search resources for jobs at every level.

These are links that you may not have discovered so far because I've just added some new ones. These links are mainly to other pages on my web site and to some third party websites so we are not responsible for their content, but we have taken reasonable care to ensure that these 'find a job' resources will be useful to you and help you to find jobs.

Some of the latest links include Australian Job Search and how to find Offshore Oil Rig Jobs. You'll find these and more on the website at: Your Career Change /find a job.

Cover Letter Secrets

Always keep one thing in mind: when you write a cover letter, you're not trying to impress readers with your vocabulary. You're trying to land an interview.

"Write your cover letter in language anyone can understand. Bring it all together with a friendly tone throughout and chances are you've got yourself a winner," says Sweeney.

So, don't write gibberish, like this:

"I have consulted, choreographed, compiled and specifically isolated technological solutions for challenging, yet highly inordinate retroflex samplings that have lead me to a potential mathematical resolution."

Write in plain English:

"I have taken the time to research your company and am very impressed. I have a real passion for this industry. I would love the chance to interview with (company name) for the position of account executive. Thank you in advance for the opportunity. I really look forward to meeting you."

See the difference?

"To improve your cover letter, simply read it out loud. If you find tongue twisters or wording that sounds a little too impressive, fix them! Write as you speak and let your personality shine through. Show your enthusiasm and clearly ask for the job interview," says Sweeney.

Which leads to the next tip ...

Cover Letter Secret #2 - Ask And Ye Shall Receive

Want more job interviews? The answer is simple. All you have to do is ask -- clearly and directly.

Most job hunters beat around the bush in their letters. But this is a mistake, according to Sweeney. "Use your cover letter as the marketing tool to bring home the one result you most desire -- the job interview. And you get that interview by asking for it," he says.

Here's one way to ask for that interview:

"I am excited about meeting you for an interview at your earliest convenience to discuss how my credentials meet your needs. I can be reached at 555-555-5555 and will call you to follow up, as well, to make sure you received my application."

This approach can work as your final paragraph. Remember, you are asking the reader (HR Director, Hiring Manager) to take a specific action. You want him or her to pick up the phone to call you for the interview. Don't leave it to chance -- ask directly.

Cover Letter Secret #3 - P.S., Hire Me!

Here's a blockbuster cover letter secret, one proven by decades of advertising.

It's this: add a P.S. to your cover letter.

What the heck for, you ask?

A P.S. is nearly impossible to ignore. When you see one in a letter, you are practically forced to read it. Smart marketers have known this for nearly 100 years. (To prove it for yourself, read any 10 "junk mail" letters and you will find a P.S. at the end of at least 9. Try it!)

The rest of this interview is on the web site at Cover Letter Secrets

What Job Do You Want To Do?

Because we recognize how difficult it can be to decide what job to do, we've put some suggestions on this page so you can see what is involved and what you might need to do if you're interested in any of these jobs. Just click on any of the pictures for more information about loads of different jobs - a new window will open:

• Cabin Crew
• Hairdresser
• Taxi Driver
• Nurse
• Air Traffic Controller
• TV Presenter
• Animal Inspector
• Helicopter Pilot
• And lots more...

Wishing you success with whatever is dearest to your heart.

Best Wishes

Peter Fisher

www.your-career-change.com