How to Write a Cover Letter That Makes You Stand Out, with Kai River

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Are cover letters still relevant in a world with applicant tracking systems? Absolutely, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kai River. Your cover letter is a chance to tell an employer who you are, why you’re the best person for the job, and the experience you bring to the table. Kai says you should personalize your cover letter for each position you apply for, and share relevant stories that apply to that field or specific job. Kai also suggests keeping your cover letter to one page if possible.

About Our Guest:

Kai River is the human resources administrator at Habitat for Humanity Portland Region.

Resources in This Episode:

Connect with Kai on LinkedIn.

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604 episodes

How to Write a Cover Letter That Makes You Stand Out, with Kai River

Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job

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published about a year ago

MP3•Episode home

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15729&preview=true)

About Our Guest:

Kai River is the human resources administrator at Habitat for Humanity Portland Region.

Resources in This Episode:

Connect with Kai on LinkedIn.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

604 episodes

#Coverletter #Employment #Jobhunt #Jobsearch #Resume #Salary #Mac's List #Mac Prichard #Careers #Business #Interviews #Job #Work

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Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15920&preview=true ) If you think you’re in the wrong job, there is a way to change that. But first, you need to know why you accepted that position. Find Your Dream Job guest Patricia Ortega says there are external and internal reasons we take jobs that are wrong for us. Perhaps your parents wanted you in a certain career, or you chose this path for the money, but now you find yourself burned out and generally unsatisfied at work. Patricia suggests looking deeply into your values, what you offer, and who would benefit from your skills before applying to your next position. About Our Guest: Patricia Ortega is a career coach who helps you forge a new path, find a revitalized purpose, and make a positive impact. Patricia also hosts The Uncommon Career Podcast . Resources in This Episode: Patricia is offering our listeners FREE LinkedIn profile reviews. To get your review, go to www.linkedin.com/in/pmortega and tell her that Mac sent you. Connect with Patricia on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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How to Leverage Your Soft Skills in Your Job Search, with Yadi Caro 26:27

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From Resumes to References: Advice from an HR Professional, with Trudy Hylemon 25:11

20 days ago25:11

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How to Show You Really Want the Job, with Julissa Vasquez 25:29

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Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15849&preview=true ) You’re in the interview room and the hiring manager asks a question you don’t know the answer to. Does it derail you entirely, or make you feel stupid or unprepared? Find Your Dream Job guest Jess Guzik says imposter syndrome can do all those things, even for highly skilled employees. To combat it, Jess suggests practicing interview questions beforehand and having a few stories or past experiences ready to share that can apply across the board. Jess also says to stop expecting yourself to be perfect and accept that you are enough right where you are. About Our Guest: Jess Guzik is a career and an executive coach. Jess also hosts The Art of Speaking Up podcast. Resources in This Episode: Are you ready to develop an authentic, powerful voice that enables you to succeed professionally? Find out how Jess can help you by visiting her website at jessguzikcoaching.com . Connect with Jess on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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How to Automate Your Job Search And Focus on Strategy, with Danny Leonard 26:59

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How to Write a Cover Letter That Makes You Stand Out, with Kai River 25:16

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Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15729&preview=true ) Are cover letters still relevant in a world with applicant tracking systems? Absolutely, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kai River. Your cover letter is a chance to tell an employer who you are, why you’re the best person for the job, and the experience you bring to the table. Kai says you should personalize your cover letter for each position you apply for, and share relevant stories that apply to that field or specific job. Kai also suggests keeping your cover letter to one page if possible. About Our Guest: Kai River is the human resources administrator at Habitat for Humanity Portland Region . Resources in This Episode: Connect with Kai on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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