Elizabeth McKinley

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Who you gonna call: A reference on references

Calling your references isn't just a formality a company goes through before extending a job offer your references are crucial to getting the job, and what they say can make or break you. Don't worry; a little refresher course can help you find the right references. So here's the 4-1-1 to ensure your references are singing your professional praises and giving an employer yet another reason to hire you for the job. Read more

Brush up on your etiquette
Miss Etiquette may have been the one to say "mind your manners," but unless you're actually doing that, you could be committing professional sabotage. Etiquette isn't out-dated or something your parents used to do. Simply put its knowing what to do and when to do it. Good manners span from e-mail to cocktail hour -- not just knowing whether you should open the door for a client. Read more

Five steps to a better cover letter
Don't ignore your cover letter! It's the first introduction to an employer and if you don't take the time to craft a well-written cover letter, your resume won't get a second look. Write a cover letter that will get you noticed in these five steps. Read more