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Will Your Resume Get More Than a Glance? Your resume is your personal emissary. Take the time to write a resume that is first rate. |
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WORKING WOUNDED: Steering Toward a Job Offer Understanding an employer's screening process can help.To improve your survival odds. Included in this article are the four hiring stages used by most companies, and what you need to know to survive each. |
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