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Resume and Cover Letter

21 emails Current Revision: v2026.1

Resume strategy, positioning, and career narrative.

Building a single, perfect resume is a fool's errand. There, I said it. Forming a customized resume doesn't have to be an all-day effort, either. This newsletter series will walk you through personal branding, how to create a great LinkedIn profile that matches your resume, and how to talk about your achievements in a way that will stand out to companies. Learn the tips to creating fully customized resumes in MINUTES -- without the use of AI. AI-generated resumes get thrown in the trash anyway.

Audience
This content is suitable for general interview candidates but examples will come mostly from the tech industry. The advice is generalized in a way that any job seeker can benefit.
Recommended pace
Daily delivery will send all messages to you in about 3 weeks, for anyone actively preparing to create perfect resumes to apply for jobs. If you want a 'crash course', you can ask for a resume review.
Prior Knowledge
None. The advice in this newsletter is general enough to apply to any job seeker.

Topics / lessons

This is the current set of emails/lessons in this series.

  1. Crafting a Strong Resume, Your First Impression
  2. Responsible AI Usage during the Job Search
  3. Build Your Career Achievements Document
  4. Craft Powerful Bullet Points for Your Resume
  5. Reword Bullet Points for Each Job
  6. Arrange Resume Bullets for Maximum Impact
  7. Resume Formatting: Easy to Read and Scan
  8. Pick the Best Resume Template for You
  9. When to Use a One-Page Resume
  10. Customizing Your Resume for Every Application
  11. Crafting Compelling Cover Letters: Your Personal Pitch
  12. Personalizing Cover Letters: Making Each One Unique
  13. LinkedIn Profile Optimization: Your Professional Online Brand
  14. LinkedIn Networking: Expanding Your Professional Network
  15. Showcasing Projects: Highlighting Your Technical Work
  16. ATS Optimization: Get Past the Resume Robots
  17. Explaining Career Breaks/Gaps with Confidence
  18. Contact Information and Online Portfolio: Your Digital Handshake
  19. Proofreading and Final Checks: The Last Line of Defense
  20. Common Resume Mistakes: Key Pitfalls to Avoid
  21. Resume and Cover Letter Series: Wrap-Up

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