The document provides tips for creating a resume and cover letter, including highlighting relevant skills and keeping both documents brief (1-2 pages). The resume should include contact information, education background, licenses/certifications, and work experience. A cover letter should introduce the applicant, explain their interest in the position and employer, and politely request next steps. Both documents should be proofread carefully.
A cover letter introduces the job applicant to potential employers, complements the resume, and should include a clear purpose, nice appearance, relevant information, and correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation. It is important to capitalize the first word of each sentence, punctuate correctly, and have subjects and verbs agree in number. A cover letter is written to complement the resume when applying for jobs and allows the applicant to introduce themselves and provide more details about relevant experience.
The document provides a list of resume design templates and styles including 3-Piece Swiss Style, Professional Resume, Minimalist Resume, Creative Resume First Edition, Curriculum Resume, Curriculum Vitae, CV, icART resume, My Creative Resume, My new Resume, My Resume, Personal Resume 2010, Rei’s Resume, Resume, Resume Espanol, Resume Updated, Resume Upgrade, Resume W.I.P., Server Resume, and Updated CV. It encourages the reader to create their own stunning resume and provides a link to resume design templates.
The document provides guidance on writing effective cover letters and resumes. It discusses why cover letters are important, cover letter formatting and components, including hard and soft skills. It also emphasizes that resumes need to grab the recruiter's attention within 30 seconds and highlights resume design, formatting, common sections, and keywords. Students are assigned to create a cover letter mind map and draft a cover letter and resume for a fictional job as an expert.
The document provides guidance on writing effective memorandums for business communication. It discusses using a confident but courteous tone, avoiding discriminatory language, and stressing benefits for the reader. Special formatting techniques like enumerations, capitalization, columns, bullets, bolding, and italics are recommended to emphasize important details and make the memo easier to understand. The document concludes with "never" rules for memo writing, such as avoiding complicated language, errors, missing details, and signature lines.
5 common mistakes to avoid when writing a resume include:
1) Keeping the resume short and focused on only relevant information rather than pages long.
2) Including irrelevant work experience that is not applicable to the job being applied for.
3) Having a generic objective rather than tailoring it to the specific company and job.
4) Stating achievements and accomplishments vaguely rather than with specific details.
5) Straying from basic formatting, including proper font, avoiding complex words, and fixing grammatical errors.
5 common mistakes you need to avoid while writing a resumeramakrishnanpravin
Avoid common mistakes that can negatively impact your resume. Keep the resume short and focused only on relevant experience and important accomplishments for the specific job. Do not make the resume overly long or include irrelevant details like part-time jobs unrelated to the position. Be sure to include a clear objective tailored to the company and role rather than generic goals. When discussing achievements, provide specific details about contributions and impacts rather than vague statements. Overall, stick to basic formatting and focus on highlighting the most essential qualifications for the job in as concise a manner as possible.
1) Cover letters should be 1 page maximum, use a professional font and layout, and match the resume. The introduction should state the position of interest and how you learned of it. Middle paragraphs showcase relevant qualifications and experience that fit the job. The closing restates interest and requests next steps.
2) Employers can identify generic cover letters. Tailor each letter specifically for the role and company by completing a T-chart linking their needs to your abilities. Have the letter proofread to ensure strong writing skills.
3) Consider the cover letter a writing sample, not an email body. Attach it to emphasize qualifications for the role in a targeted, error-free manner that leaves the employer wanting further contact
The document provides tips for creating a resume and cover letter, including highlighting relevant skills and keeping both documents brief (1-2 pages). The resume should include contact information, education background, licenses/certifications, and work experience. A cover letter should introduce the applicant, explain their interest in the position and employer, and politely request next steps. Both documents should be proofread carefully.
A cover letter introduces the job applicant to potential employers, complements the resume, and should include a clear purpose, nice appearance, relevant information, and correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation. It is important to capitalize the first word of each sentence, punctuate correctly, and have subjects and verbs agree in number. A cover letter is written to complement the resume when applying for jobs and allows the applicant to introduce themselves and provide more details about relevant experience.
The document provides a list of resume design templates and styles including 3-Piece Swiss Style, Professional Resume, Minimalist Resume, Creative Resume First Edition, Curriculum Resume, Curriculum Vitae, CV, icART resume, My Creative Resume, My new Resume, My Resume, Personal Resume 2010, Rei’s Resume, Resume, Resume Espanol, Resume Updated, Resume Upgrade, Resume W.I.P., Server Resume, and Updated CV. It encourages the reader to create their own stunning resume and provides a link to resume design templates.
The document provides guidance on writing effective cover letters and resumes. It discusses why cover letters are important, cover letter formatting and components, including hard and soft skills. It also emphasizes that resumes need to grab the recruiter's attention within 30 seconds and highlights resume design, formatting, common sections, and keywords. Students are assigned to create a cover letter mind map and draft a cover letter and resume for a fictional job as an expert.
The document provides guidance on writing effective memorandums for business communication. It discusses using a confident but courteous tone, avoiding discriminatory language, and stressing benefits for the reader. Special formatting techniques like enumerations, capitalization, columns, bullets, bolding, and italics are recommended to emphasize important details and make the memo easier to understand. The document concludes with "never" rules for memo writing, such as avoiding complicated language, errors, missing details, and signature lines.
5 common mistakes to avoid when writing a resume include:
1) Keeping the resume short and focused on only relevant information rather than pages long.
2) Including irrelevant work experience that is not applicable to the job being applied for.
3) Having a generic objective rather than tailoring it to the specific company and job.
4) Stating achievements and accomplishments vaguely rather than with specific details.
5) Straying from basic formatting, including proper font, avoiding complex words, and fixing grammatical errors.
5 common mistakes you need to avoid while writing a resumeramakrishnanpravin
Avoid common mistakes that can negatively impact your resume. Keep the resume short and focused only on relevant experience and important accomplishments for the specific job. Do not make the resume overly long or include irrelevant details like part-time jobs unrelated to the position. Be sure to include a clear objective tailored to the company and role rather than generic goals. When discussing achievements, provide specific details about contributions and impacts rather than vague statements. Overall, stick to basic formatting and focus on highlighting the most essential qualifications for the job in as concise a manner as possible.
1) Cover letters should be 1 page maximum, use a professional font and layout, and match the resume. The introduction should state the position of interest and how you learned of it. Middle paragraphs showcase relevant qualifications and experience that fit the job. The closing restates interest and requests next steps.
2) Employers can identify generic cover letters. Tailor each letter specifically for the role and company by completing a T-chart linking their needs to your abilities. Have the letter proofread to ensure strong writing skills.
3) Consider the cover letter a writing sample, not an email body. Attach it to emphasize qualifications for the role in a targeted, error-free manner that leaves the employer wanting further contact
The document provides tips for writing an effective curriculum vitae (CV). It recommends that the CV be a selective marketing tool focused on making the applicant employable. The primary purpose of the CV is to get an interview, not the job, by highlighting the applicant's best skills relevant to the position in the first minute. It also suggests customizing the CV and cover letter for each application by matching qualifications and experience to the job requirements and keeping the CV to two pages or less.
[World Learning Algeria] 10 Mistakes to avoid when writing your CVWorld Learning Algeria
The document provides 10 mistakes to avoid when writing a resume or CV. These include using vague titles or lists without explanations, including irrelevant personal details, neglecting to highlight skills and qualifications, omitting contact information, and sending the CV in an improper file format. The document stresses that the resume should be concise, highlight the most relevant qualifications for the position, and be free of spelling errors or poor formatting and presentation.
Your CV is the most important tool you have to promote yourself to potential employers and recruiters. Find out how to make sure it is well written, professional and informative.
The document provides guidance on creating an effective resume and cover letter. It discusses choosing a resume format, ordering resume sections, styling the resume, and the purpose and types of cover letters. The key steps are choosing between a chronological, functional, or combination resume format; including contact information, an introduction, education, and additional sections; using a readable font size and formatting; and tailoring a cover letter to reference the specific job or employer while highlighting one's relevant skills and experience.
Greg Vervais Cover Letter Presentation Sing September 2009Thomas M. Loarie
The document discusses cover letters, providing tips on their purpose, structure, and content. Cover letters are used to introduce a job applicant and their resume, highlighting their relevant skills and how they can benefit the employer. The summary includes advice on customizing a cover letter for a specific position, keeping it brief at one page or less, and requesting a response to arrange an interview. Tips are also given on email cover letters, such as using a clear subject line and avoiding attachments.
This document provides guidance on creating an effective curriculum vitae (CV). It explains that a CV is used to showcase one's academic and professional background for purposes like employment or further education. The key aspects that should be included in a CV are an education section, work experience, publications, extracurricular activities, and references. Tips are provided like keeping the CV concise, free of errors, and tailored to the specific opportunity. Common mistakes that candidates make are poor formatting, lengthy CVs, and not customizing to the job. The document emphasizes that while flexibility exists, the goal of a CV is to clearly communicate one's qualifications and relevant experiences.
The document provides tips for writing CVs and cover letters for college students and recent graduates. It discusses the basic components of a CV, including personal information, work history, education, skills and achievements. It emphasizes keeping CVs and cover letters concise and tailored to specific jobs by highlighting relevant experience and strengths. The document also identifies common mistakes to avoid, such as poor formatting, spelling errors, and exaggerating qualifications.
This document provides tips and best practices for writing an effective resume. It discusses the different types of resumes, sections to include, formatting recommendations, and other strategies. The key recommendations are to organize the resume clearly using relevant sections, choose the right font and formatting for readability, highlight skills and achievements, customize each resume, and have others review it. Tailoring the resume specifically for each job opening and focusing on accomplishments rather than just responsibilities are also emphasized.
This document provides guidance on creating an effective resume. It discusses the purpose and importance of a resume, as well as tips for formatting, content and structure. Key elements to include are contact information, an objective or career profile, skills, work experience, education and references. The document also reviews cover letters and thank you letters that should accompany a resume. The overall message is that a well-crafted resume, cover letter and follow up can help make a strong first impression and increase chances of getting an interview.
The document provides guidance on what to include in a cover letter when applying for a job. It recommends including:
1) A letter head with your name, address and contact details.
2) The recipient's details and an introduction to the purpose of the letter.
3) The body of the text outlining your relevant skills and qualifications and why you are suited for the role.
The document also provides tips for writing clearly with the correct formatting, spelling and punctuation. Cover letters should be tailored to the specific role and industry.
The document discusses the importance of good academic writing skills. It outlines goals of understanding effective written communication and its importance. Good writing skills allow for clear and correct message delivery and make a good impression. Written documents create permanent records, allow information storage for future reference, and enable easy distribution of consistent information to all recipients. The document provides basic rules for good writing, including understanding audience and format, following the seven C's of communication, using clear structure, and avoiding grammatical errors and misspellings through proofreading.
Build a concise CV that focuses on the essentials and is tailored to specific job applications. A good CV is 1-2 pages maximum, clearly outlines relevant education, training, work experience, and skills in short sentences. Ensure it is free of errors and logically structured to highlight your strengths for prospective employers.
The document provides guidance on writing an effective cover letter to accompany a CV or resume when applying for a job. It explains that a cover letter is a one-page letter in 3-4 paragraphs that relates one's skills and experience to the specific position being applied for, rather than summarizing the CV. The document advises including information about where the job was found, why the applicant is interested in the role and qualified for it, and their availability for an interview. Examples and exercises are provided to help write a cover letter using formal language without contractions or slang.
Reportwriting And Business letter Writing PresentationRUSHIT PATEL
The document provides information on writing reports and business letters. It defines a report as a study of facts and information based on observation and analysis that helps management make plans and solve organizational issues. Key steps in writing an effective report are determining the objective, collecting required facts, examining the facts, planning an outline, and distributing drafts for feedback. Effective reports are clear, comprehensive, accurate, properly formatted, factual, and impartial. Business letters are formal correspondence between businesses used for various purposes and their style depends on the relationship between parties. Elements of a business letter include the letterhead, date, inside address, subject, salutation, body, complimentary close, signature, and enclosures.
This document provides information about resumes and CVs. It defines a resume as a one page document that summarizes qualifications and is meant to attract an interview. A CV is a longer document, typically 2+ pages, that comprehensively outlines one's entire career history and qualifications. The document discusses different types of resumes, such as chronological, functional, and targeted resumes. It also discusses types of CVs, including chronological and skills-based CVs, and provides tips for writing effective resumes and CVs.
The document provides tips for creating a successful CV, including spelling, grammar, visual formatting, and content. For spelling and grammar, it recommends thoroughly proofreading the document at least three times to check for errors. For visual formatting, it suggests using a simple black font like Arial or Times New Roman, leaving white space and consistent formatting. For content, it advises tailoring the CV to specific jobs, keeping it to two pages or less, and listing experience in reverse chronological order while avoiding lies or unnecessary personal details.
The document provides samples and tips for writing a project manager cover letter, including two sample cover letters addressing the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications for the role. Additional resources listed at the end include cover letter samples, writing tips, resume samples, interview questions and answers, and advice for job interviews.
This document contains materials to help with writing a cover letter for a project engineer position, including two sample cover letters. The first sample cover letter expresses interest in a project engineer role and highlights the candidate's engineering education and experience. The second sample cover letter also applies for a project engineer role, outlines the candidate's responsibilities in their current role overseeing projects, and requests an interview. Useful tips and additional resources for resumes, interviews, and follow-up are also listed.
The document provides tips for writing an effective curriculum vitae (CV). It recommends that the CV be a selective marketing tool focused on making the applicant employable. The primary purpose of the CV is to get an interview, not the job, by highlighting the applicant's best skills relevant to the position in the first minute. It also suggests customizing the CV and cover letter for each application by matching qualifications and experience to the job requirements and keeping the CV to two pages or less.
[World Learning Algeria] 10 Mistakes to avoid when writing your CVWorld Learning Algeria
The document provides 10 mistakes to avoid when writing a resume or CV. These include using vague titles or lists without explanations, including irrelevant personal details, neglecting to highlight skills and qualifications, omitting contact information, and sending the CV in an improper file format. The document stresses that the resume should be concise, highlight the most relevant qualifications for the position, and be free of spelling errors or poor formatting and presentation.
Your CV is the most important tool you have to promote yourself to potential employers and recruiters. Find out how to make sure it is well written, professional and informative.
The document provides guidance on creating an effective resume and cover letter. It discusses choosing a resume format, ordering resume sections, styling the resume, and the purpose and types of cover letters. The key steps are choosing between a chronological, functional, or combination resume format; including contact information, an introduction, education, and additional sections; using a readable font size and formatting; and tailoring a cover letter to reference the specific job or employer while highlighting one's relevant skills and experience.
Greg Vervais Cover Letter Presentation Sing September 2009Thomas M. Loarie
The document discusses cover letters, providing tips on their purpose, structure, and content. Cover letters are used to introduce a job applicant and their resume, highlighting their relevant skills and how they can benefit the employer. The summary includes advice on customizing a cover letter for a specific position, keeping it brief at one page or less, and requesting a response to arrange an interview. Tips are also given on email cover letters, such as using a clear subject line and avoiding attachments.
This document provides guidance on creating an effective curriculum vitae (CV). It explains that a CV is used to showcase one's academic and professional background for purposes like employment or further education. The key aspects that should be included in a CV are an education section, work experience, publications, extracurricular activities, and references. Tips are provided like keeping the CV concise, free of errors, and tailored to the specific opportunity. Common mistakes that candidates make are poor formatting, lengthy CVs, and not customizing to the job. The document emphasizes that while flexibility exists, the goal of a CV is to clearly communicate one's qualifications and relevant experiences.
The document provides tips for writing CVs and cover letters for college students and recent graduates. It discusses the basic components of a CV, including personal information, work history, education, skills and achievements. It emphasizes keeping CVs and cover letters concise and tailored to specific jobs by highlighting relevant experience and strengths. The document also identifies common mistakes to avoid, such as poor formatting, spelling errors, and exaggerating qualifications.
This document provides tips and best practices for writing an effective resume. It discusses the different types of resumes, sections to include, formatting recommendations, and other strategies. The key recommendations are to organize the resume clearly using relevant sections, choose the right font and formatting for readability, highlight skills and achievements, customize each resume, and have others review it. Tailoring the resume specifically for each job opening and focusing on accomplishments rather than just responsibilities are also emphasized.
This document provides guidance on creating an effective resume. It discusses the purpose and importance of a resume, as well as tips for formatting, content and structure. Key elements to include are contact information, an objective or career profile, skills, work experience, education and references. The document also reviews cover letters and thank you letters that should accompany a resume. The overall message is that a well-crafted resume, cover letter and follow up can help make a strong first impression and increase chances of getting an interview.
The document provides guidance on what to include in a cover letter when applying for a job. It recommends including:
1) A letter head with your name, address and contact details.
2) The recipient's details and an introduction to the purpose of the letter.
3) The body of the text outlining your relevant skills and qualifications and why you are suited for the role.
The document also provides tips for writing clearly with the correct formatting, spelling and punctuation. Cover letters should be tailored to the specific role and industry.
The document discusses the importance of good academic writing skills. It outlines goals of understanding effective written communication and its importance. Good writing skills allow for clear and correct message delivery and make a good impression. Written documents create permanent records, allow information storage for future reference, and enable easy distribution of consistent information to all recipients. The document provides basic rules for good writing, including understanding audience and format, following the seven C's of communication, using clear structure, and avoiding grammatical errors and misspellings through proofreading.
Build a concise CV that focuses on the essentials and is tailored to specific job applications. A good CV is 1-2 pages maximum, clearly outlines relevant education, training, work experience, and skills in short sentences. Ensure it is free of errors and logically structured to highlight your strengths for prospective employers.
The document provides guidance on writing an effective cover letter to accompany a CV or resume when applying for a job. It explains that a cover letter is a one-page letter in 3-4 paragraphs that relates one's skills and experience to the specific position being applied for, rather than summarizing the CV. The document advises including information about where the job was found, why the applicant is interested in the role and qualified for it, and their availability for an interview. Examples and exercises are provided to help write a cover letter using formal language without contractions or slang.
Reportwriting And Business letter Writing PresentationRUSHIT PATEL
The document provides information on writing reports and business letters. It defines a report as a study of facts and information based on observation and analysis that helps management make plans and solve organizational issues. Key steps in writing an effective report are determining the objective, collecting required facts, examining the facts, planning an outline, and distributing drafts for feedback. Effective reports are clear, comprehensive, accurate, properly formatted, factual, and impartial. Business letters are formal correspondence between businesses used for various purposes and their style depends on the relationship between parties. Elements of a business letter include the letterhead, date, inside address, subject, salutation, body, complimentary close, signature, and enclosures.
This document provides information about resumes and CVs. It defines a resume as a one page document that summarizes qualifications and is meant to attract an interview. A CV is a longer document, typically 2+ pages, that comprehensively outlines one's entire career history and qualifications. The document discusses different types of resumes, such as chronological, functional, and targeted resumes. It also discusses types of CVs, including chronological and skills-based CVs, and provides tips for writing effective resumes and CVs.
The document provides tips for creating a successful CV, including spelling, grammar, visual formatting, and content. For spelling and grammar, it recommends thoroughly proofreading the document at least three times to check for errors. For visual formatting, it suggests using a simple black font like Arial or Times New Roman, leaving white space and consistent formatting. For content, it advises tailoring the CV to specific jobs, keeping it to two pages or less, and listing experience in reverse chronological order while avoiding lies or unnecessary personal details.
The document provides samples and tips for writing a project manager cover letter, including two sample cover letters addressing the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications for the role. Additional resources listed at the end include cover letter samples, writing tips, resume samples, interview questions and answers, and advice for job interviews.
This document contains materials to help with writing a cover letter for a project engineer position, including two sample cover letters. The first sample cover letter expresses interest in a project engineer role and highlights the candidate's engineering education and experience. The second sample cover letter also applies for a project engineer role, outlines the candidate's responsibilities in their current role overseeing projects, and requests an interview. Useful tips and additional resources for resumes, interviews, and follow-up are also listed.
The document summarizes tips for creating an effective CV provided by Cindy Cihuelo in a webinar. It outlines "Dos" such as including quantifiable achievements and results, and "Don'ts" like irrelevant personal details. It also suggests adding extras like a professional photo, references, and converting the CV to PDF. The "Plus" section recommends responding promptly to requests and being on time for interviews.
The document provides guidance on how to write an effective reference letter, including its structure, content, and tips. A reference letter should include an introduction explaining how the author knows the applicant, 2-3 paragraphs describing the applicant's qualifications and how they match the job, and a conclusion recommending the applicant. Sample letters are also included to illustrate these points. When requesting letters, give writers sufficient time and suggest what to include to help the applicant achieve their goals.
How To Write A Killer CV
If you’re looking to secure your dream job, then you first need to create a killer curriculum vitae (CV). This should stand out from the crowd and highlight why you are perfect for the role you are applying for. Spending time getting this right could make the difference between securing an interview and receiving a rejection letter.
Essential details
All CVs need to include a set of standard details. These should flow naturally, so that employers instantly know where to find specific information. It’s important to write slightly different CVs for each position, so that you can focus on what is required for the individual role...
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Resume and Cover Letter Writing Session - Taher - Resala - Ver 2.3Taher Abdel-Hameed
This document provides practical tips and advice for creating an effective resume. It discusses resume formats, what to include, and how to highlight your qualifications and skills. Key points include choosing a chronological or functional resume format, tailoring your resume to the job, and using action verbs and quantitative results to showcase your accomplishments. Proper formatting, such as a simple font and 1-2 page limit, is also recommended. Cover letters are suggested as a way to encourage employers to read the resume in more detail.
ASME PVP 2016 PCC-1 Appendix A session summaryClay D. Rodery
Notes on ASME PCC-1 Appendix A Training - Industry Update, as discussed at the 2016 ASME Pressure Vessels & Piping Conference (Session Nos DA-10-5 and DA-10-6), 19th July 2016, Vancouver BC
The document provides tips on how to stand out when creating a resume. It discusses the differences between a CV and resume, and the importance of having a strong resume. It recommends using resume branding strategies like including a targeted career summary, relevant keywords, and quantifiable achievements to attract employers within 10 seconds of reviewing the resume. The document also identifies common mistakes to avoid, such as lengthy resumes, spelling errors, and irrelevant personal details. The overall message is that job seekers need an engaging, well-structured resume that showcases their qualifications and makes them stand out from other applicants.
Justin Thyme is applying for Bank of America's Global Commercial Banking/Treasury Services MBA Leadership Program. He is interested in the program based on conversations at an information session. His experience in brand strategy consulting and the arts and entertainment industry has given him strategic and flexible skills. He believes his creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and ability to perform in fast-paced environments align with the leadership qualities needed for Bank of America's success.
Kuv R. Leddar is applying for a summer marketing internship at PharmaCo. He has relevant experience in product development from previous roles at Amgen and Millennium Pharmaceuticals. He believes his skills in research, analysis, and product development align well with the needs of the internship. Leddar is excited about PharmaCo's commitment to developing infectious disease products and thinks his passion for meeting unmet medical needs would be a good fit for their fast-paced environment. He has attached his resume and requests an interview to discuss how he can contribute over the summer.
This document outlines a training program on project performance tracking, analysis, and reporting presented by Supreme Management Consultants. The two-day program will cover key topics such as performance indicators, developing and analyzing project objectives, benchmarking, measuring and monitoring performance, reporting, research methods, baselines, and information management systems. Fundamental concepts like defining projects, performance management, the project management triple constraint, life cycle, and performance cycle will also be discussed. Techniques like earned value management, control charts, and post-project evaluation will be examined.
A leader is defined as a person who influences others towards achieving a goal. To be an effective leader, one must have followers who trust them. Key attributes of good leadership include having a deep commitment to the goal, the ability to visualize success, and being worthy of others' trust. Effective leadership requires understanding followers' needs and motivating them through two-way communication that depends on the specific situation. Traits, skills, inspiring a vision, and inviting participation are important factors in leadership.
The document provides an introduction to project management and information technology project management. It discusses the growth of IT project spending worldwide. It also summarizes challenges with past IT projects, the advantages of using project management, and the role of the Project Management Institute in establishing standards and professional development for the field.
The document is a short eBook about leadership titled "The Second Little Book of Leadership". It contains short passages and quotes on various aspects of leadership. In under 3 sentences:
The eBook contains advice and insights on leadership from various sources, discussing topics such as what leaders do (create meaning), how leadership is learned through emulation, the importance of actions aligning with words, getting people engaged in their work, moving from a focus on oneself to the team, and creating more new leaders rather than just followers. The passages provide different perspectives on effective leadership strategies and behaviors.
There are several leadership styles that can be adopted in different situations: autocratic, bureaucratic, democratic, and laissez-faire. The autocratic style involves a leader retaining power and authority without staff input, while bureaucratic leadership manages through procedures and rules. Democratic leadership encourages staff participation in decision-making. Laissez-faire provides little direction from the leader and gives staff freedom. The most effective style depends on factors like the manager's background, the staff being managed, and the organization.
The document discusses the differences between management and leadership based on responses from 162 professionals. Some key differences highlighted include:
- Management focuses on efficiency, tasks, and process, while leadership focuses on vision, inspiring change, and effectiveness.
- Managers gain authority through position, while leaders gain it through influence and character.
- Leaders see opportunities and seize vision, while managers see risks and focus on reducing threats.
- The best organizations value both management and leadership working together.
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Leadership presentation, illustrated and documented.
Sources, references and bibliography mentioned in the scope of the presentation.
Project managers use Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to monitor and communicate the status of a project. KPIs should be measurable metrics that indicate if objectives are being met. Effective KPIs are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and time-bound. KPIs can be quantitative or qualitative and should be selected to provide insights without overwhelming stakeholders with too much data. Dashboards consolidate multiple KPIs using visual widgets like charts, tables and gauges to give viewers a quick status update in an easy to understand format.
This document provides an introduction and overview of the book "Project Management: A Managerial Approach" by Jack R. Meredith and Samuel J. Mantel. It discusses the growing use of project management in business and organizations. It positions the book as taking a managerial perspective on project management rather than a technical or specialized focus. The introduction explains that the book is intended to teach students how to manage projects from a holistic viewpoint.
Study Unit
Types of Business
Writing
No matter what your job title is, it’s almost guaranteed that
you’ll have to write something related to your work, usually on
a regular basis. Emails, memos, records, letters, reports, and
forms—even when they don’t appear as part of your job
description—are routine in any workday and must be com-
pleted correctly. Technicians, sales associates, service
personnel and, of course, all kinds of office workers are
expected to have the skills needed for everyday communica-
tions.
Earlier, you learned about the ABCs (abstract, body, and
conclusion) of writing a report or other document for school or
work. Now we’ll look at the ABCs of business correspondence:
accuracy, brevity, and clarity. We’ll revisit the importance of
writing according to the needs of your audience and purpose,
and define the differences between internal and external
customer service.
Successful business writing produces correspondence
that’s professional in tone and a positive reflection on your
company, as well as efficient and effective in completing the
task at hand. In this study unit, we’ll help you prepare for
the various kinds of writing you’re most likely to need for
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• Explain safe and effective uses of email
• Describe the types, purposes, and proper completion of
typical office forms
WRITING EFFECTIVE CORRESPONDENCE 1
The Five C’s of Letter Writing 1
Writing with Style 5
External Customer Service 8
Internal Customer Service 10
WRITING EMAIL 16
Using Email Safely 17
Email Etiquette 18
Formatting Email 20
WRITING MEMOS 23
Why Write Memos? 24
Formatting Memos 24
WRITING BUSINESS LETTERS 30
Parts of a Business Letter 30
Writing the Body of a Letter 41
Styles of Business Letters 47
Selecting and Addressing Envelopes 53
Templates and Sample Letters 60
Writing Tips 73
FORMS 78
Purpose of Forms 78
Types of Forms 80
Using Forms 82
PRACTICE EXERCISE ANSWERS 85
SELF-CHECK ANSWERS 91
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here to letters, but those principles apply as well to email,
memos, reports, and so on.
Some letters will be written by the employer and dictated,
usually into a dictaphone machine, for later transcription by the
secretary. Other letters, concerning the more routine matters in
the office, may be written by the secretary. But, no matter
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This presentation gives a complete idea of what a cover idea is.
Before you go through this presentation, keep it in mind that many people don't consider it important but it is as important as an index of a book.
Index highlights topics of the book where cover letter highlights acheivemens and skills of applicant
The document provides information on business letters, including their definition, purpose, parts, styles, and best practices. Business letters are a formal means of communication between companies used to inform or persuade. They have standard parts like the date, inside address, salutation, body, closing, signature, and identification. Letters can be in block, modified block, or semi-modified block style and use mixed or open punctuation. The document outlines dos and don'ts and emphasizes keeping letters short, simple, strong, and sincere while avoiding errors and unnecessary elements. It stresses the importance of proofreading before sending letters.
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2. What is Cover Letter
Cover Letter is a letter that you attach with CV
when you apply for job.
It Highlights your key points in your resume.
Mention your experience if any.
3. A Few Points To Keep in
Mind
Proper formatting your letter
Create a letterhead
Write the inside address
4. Write your Cover Letter
Write the body of your Cover letters
Concluding with an appropriate closing.
“Sincerely,” “Respectfully,” and
“Regards” are all appropriate closings for
a cover letter.
Create your signature line. Type your name
exactly as you will sign it, leaving plenty
of space to sign above the typed
signature.
5. Review your cover letter
Check Grammatical mistake.
Check Punctuation marks.
Avoid 2 or 3 pages long cover letter.
Avoid writing in the passive tense.
Avoid colloquial (informal) writing.
6. Some Example of Cover
Letters
Manager Cover Letters
Customer Service Cover Letters
Executive Cover Letters
Technical Cover Letters