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Professional Pilot's Career Guide

Robert P. Mark

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Find the Best-Paying and Most-Fulfilling Jobs in Professional Piloting

A valuable employment tool, the Professional Pilot Career Guide provides a complete sourcebook of professional flying opportunities. This updated guide contains detailed coverage of pilot ratings and practical test standards-plus goal-achieving tips on job hunting, networking, regional airlines, the majors, and more.

Written by career pilot and aviation-industry expert Robert P. Mark, this vital reference offers a real-world look at what it's like to fly for the airlines, corporations, or charter companies, together with guidance on pay, benefits, types of aircraft, and future prospects. Packed with illustrations, Professional Pilot Career Guide features:

• Full coverage of aviation training-where to get it and how to finance it
• The latest airline, corporate, and charter employment opportunities
• 200 common interview questions-and the 10 most frequent interview mistakes
• Current information on the best-paying flying jobs
• Valuable advice on PC-based job search techniques
• Indepth pilot interviews
• Essential internet resources

Inside This Cutting-Edge Employment Resource for Today's Pilots

• Your Career Starts Here • Flight Training • Ratings • Where Are the Jobs? • The Regional Airlines • The Majors • Business Aviation • The Pilot and the PC

Gallery of Best Cover Letters: Collection of Quality Cover Letters by Professional Resume Writers (Gallery of Best Cover Letters)

David F. Noble

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Gallery of Best Cover Letters 5 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

The book is much more than a gallery of cover letters, although it is that as well. The first quarter of the book takes you through building your own cover letter from scratch and assists you in tailoring it to specific ads/conditions (i.e. pre-interview/no interview etc). This alone was quite useful. The remainder of the book is a huge omnibus of every imaginable type of cover letter, broken down by industry and also format. There are at least 8 to 10 cover letters per industry/type of job and each is written in a different format and by persons of differing circumstances. It will definitely get your creative juices flowing and assist you in crafting a perfect cover letter for the job you want. I almost forgot, there is a section containing eye catching resumes as well.

I have written three to four cover letters using the tips from the book, and also some of the examples for inspiration (I'll let you know how it goes :) ). This is definitely top notch and does precisely as advertised. In conjunction with the books "Killer Cover Letters&Resumes" and "15-minute cover letter", you will have all you need to create amazing cover letters.

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Written communications expert Noble provides hundreds of sample letters covering nearly every occupation; tells how to avoid the most common cover letter mistakes; offers practical tips on style, publishing, and design; and more.

Competency-Based Resumes: How To Bring Your Resume To The Top Of The Pile

Robin Kessler, Linda A. Strasburg

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Total reviews: 11 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

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Do you want the key to the best jobs with the best employers? It's time to play offense instead of defense. Competency-Based Resumes shows today's job candidates a new, more targeted way to write resumes to get them back on the same playing field with the best employers and improve their odds of winning the job they want. The system an employer uses when filling jobs has changed significantly in the past few years, and it is still evolving. Rather than simply looking at an applicant's past jobs, companies are instead looking at candidate's experiences in certain key areas-including measurable work habits and the personal skills, known as competencies, used to achieve objectives at work. Competency-Based Resumes offers you a new and effective way to create resumes that emphasizes the knowledge, skills, and abilities that you have and employers need. Many sophisticated U.S. and international organizations are using competency-based systems to recruit, interview, select, and promote. Corporations such as American Express, Coca-Cola, Sears, and MetLife are all looking for specific competencies.

Job Search Magic: Insider Secrets from America's Career And Life Coach

Susan Britton Whitcomb

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One of the best 5 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

This Job Search guide is so god that I felt compelled to write a review so others will know that it stands out from the rest. There are so many books out there on the job hunt and most say the same old thing - this one says a lot of the "same old things" but also holds a lot of practical advice and tips that you will only hear from someone who has been through a successful job search recently.

The book is comprehensive starting with "what do I do next?," moving to the basics of resume writing and interviewing and closing with negotiating for salary. In each section, and in an appendix at the end of the book, are invaluable "Magic Tips."

There is just one bad thing about this book - it is large and heavy because it is jam packed with so much good information.

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A complete, coaching-oriented system for finding the perfect job. Includes tips on resumes, cover letters, interviews, career choice, salary negotiation.

The Resume.Com Guide to Writing Unbeatable Resumes

Warren Simons, Rose Curtis

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Excellent source for advice on constructing a resume 5 out of 5 stars.
5 of 8 people found this review helpful.

I had received this book thinking that it would be "just" another new book on writing a resume. I found it to be very helpful and it provided me with detailed instructions on how to construct and create a resume that is much better than I would have been able to create on my own. Thank you.

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The nation's #1 online resume service offers its exclusive advice on how to craft a winning resume

The Resume.com Guide to Writing Unbeatable Resumes draws upon the author's considerable expertise, as well as the vast Resume.com database, to arm job seekers with:

• Sample resumes for every profession and job category, at every level, from entrylevel to executive
• A comprehensive database of keywords, arranged by industry
• Electronic job-hunting advice and strategies, with tips on how to make any resume stand out online
• A detailed Before & After resume trouble-shooting worksheet

Job seekers will also find an exciting added value with this essential text. With the purchase of this book, they'll be able to receive a free resume consultation with one of Resume.com's career consultants!

Resume Catalog: 200 Damn Good Examples

Yana Parker

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Total reviews: 15 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

A great resume book even for a novice like myself. 5 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

This book breaks down what makes a resume great; title, skills, and all the things you need to know on how to write a damn good resume is in this book. It covers everything from IT technician, to Administrative assistance. It gives you examples on how to go for the job, and get it on the spot, and shows what to put, and what not to put on a resume.
This book is a definite get for anyone wondering on how to write a functional resume and make you feel like you are the king of the world. The books gives MANY examples for people who dont know how to write good resume's, and trust me it is HARD!
This book takes your hand, and shows you that you can write a good resume, and it is great for someone who is looking for a job, but dont know how to write a good resume, this book is a MUST GET for a employer.

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Sample resumes -- ready to be adapted and/or used for inspiration -- cover all levels of experience and an extraordinarily wide range of careers, from the specific (biofeedback specialist, gas chromatographer) to the general (fast-food cashier, masseur). Thoroughly indexed and cross-referenced, this is an easily used, dependable resource.

Expert Resumes For Teachers And Educators (Expert Resumes)

Wendy S. Enelow, Louise M. Kursmark

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Total reviews: 5 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

The best resume book for teachers!! 5 out of 5 stars.
35 of 35 people found this review helpful.

I got this book along with several other resume books for teachers from the library. I thought this book was the best of all of them. It is filled with actual award-winning resumes by real teachers. The authors point out the special features and strengths of each resume. What I especially liked is that they focus on the visual style and formatting of a resume along with the content.

Using the examples and tips in this book, I re-formatted my resume to showcase my strengths and be easier to read. I had sent my old resume to someone in response to a teaching job he had, but I never heard from him. Still hoping to get in at this school district, I sent my new and improved resume to a different person, hoping she might have some openings instead. Well, she gave a copy of my new resume to the first person and he called me the same day for an interview!! I know it sounds like a cliche, but it really happened. My new resume got me in the door, and I got the job!! I highly recommend this book!

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A collection of 100 professionally written resumes and strategies for teachers and educators--from preschool to college.

The Quick Resume & Cover Letter Book: Write and Use an Effective Resume in Only One Day (Quick Resume and Cover Letter Book)

Michael Farr

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The first book you should read on resumes 5 out of 5 stars.
9 of 9 people found this review helpful.

If you're only going to read one book on resumes, J. Michael Farr's "The Quick Resume & Cover Letter Book" should be the one you choose. Farr's no-nonsense, well-organized approach to writing resumes is refreshing as well as enlightening. He advocates taking an active role in job searching (and starting as soon as possible), as reflected in this quick tips on how to use his book and the first chapter, which focuses on creating a same-day resume. Farr clearly distinguishes chronological resumes from skills (functional) resumes, giving reasons to use either one and giving many examples of effective sample resumes. He includes several useful worksheets and lists of skills which help you identify what skills you have (and which ones you want to use) and list experiences that reflect your skills. These worksheets are not only helpful in writing resumes but also in interviews - Farr claims that most employers say that interviewees do not clearly explain what their skills are.

While the first section of the book aims to get you started on a good basic resume, the second section focuses on how you can make the resume even better. Those who are crunched for time should definitely read the first section. Farr also includes information on JIST cards, job search letters (including cover letters), a varied collection of resumes, and his list of seven steps to getting a job as soon as possible. At the end, there is a list of resume contributors who also offer resume-writing services.

While I found some of Farr's suggestions a little intimidating (e.g. cold-calling a potential employer to talk about how you can contribute to their organization - even if they aren't hiring), I realize that actively searching for job opportunities you will likely lead to finding the job I'm looking for (while creating networking contacts). This book is a well-written gem, and I would recommend it to anyone who's looking for a new job or a career change.

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The Quick Resume & Cover Letter Book, Fourth Edition, gives job seekers allthe expert advice they need to stay aead of competitors and land a great job. This book offers proven, proactive advice on how to create outstanding job search documents and use them efficiently. Readers learn to create a basic resume in an hour and an improved resume in about half a day.

The fourth edition of this helpful guide includes more than 90 all-new sample resumes written by professional resume writers for all types of jobs and people, including a new chapter with electronic resume samples. The book also provides excellent career counseling sections to help anyone from high school graduates to high-level professionals define their ideal job and go out and get it.

Expert Resumes for People Returning to Work (Expert Resumes)

Wendy S. Enelow, Louise M. Kursmark

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Surprisingly valuable - more than a list of resumes! 5 out of 5 stars.
10 of 10 people found this review helpful.

I really like the format and targeted focus of this book. It's a big 8 1/2 by 11 book - easy on the eyes. The first 62 pages gives good solid advice on the HOW of resume writing. It includes strategies for job search, gathering information, and examples of formatting styles. The rest of the book gives many examples of resumes and analyzes what the resume is designed to emphasize and why. If you are returning to the employment world after an absence - for any reason - this book is practical and mind expanding.

Professional Coach review by someone who works with people making this transition 5 out of 5 stars.
7 of 7 people found this review helpful.

All of Wendy Enelow's books on resume writing are excellent. She is particularly good at providing examples of powerful resumes and illustrates the principles she talks about to grab an employer's attention.

This book is simply written, contains the most important information you need to know to do a good resume and an assortment of formats, different types of resumes, etc.

I have used this book with my clients and I highly recommend it for those that are returning to work. It is encouraging and shows you how to take your transferable skills and present them in the best possible light.

Dynamic Cover Letters Revised

Katharine Hansen, Randall Hansen Ph.D.

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HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK 5 out of 5 stars.
14 of 15 people found this review helpful.

I cannot say enough good things about this book. I have the 1995 edition that I purchased as a destitute college grad. Aside from my education, this book was probably one of the best investments I have made in my career. The book details how to write thoughtful, meaningful, and impactful (if that's a word) cover letters and thank you letters. As others have written, I have received so many complements from potential employers after having used the techniques in this book. I definitely recommend using it if you want to stand out. It has served me well.

Review by CollegeRecruiter[dot]com 5 out of 5 stars.
13 of 14 people found this review helpful.

I have known Randall Hansen for several years and always been impressed with his level of knowledge and caring for the needs of job seekers. He and his wife Katherine have crafted an absolutely fabulous resource that all job seekers, from entry level to the most experienced, should find incredibly useful.

As the Founder and President of job board CollegeRecruiter.com, I make the final decision about which products to recommend to our users. "Dynamic Cover Letters" easily made the cut. It is a wonderful resource!

Steven Rothberg CollegeRecruiter[dot]com

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"Dynamic Cover Letters" has helped over 100,000 job-hunters dress up their resumes and job applications with the kind of spirited, informative letters that employers respond to.