The Elevator
A blog to elevate your resume, job search & career to the top floor!
What to include in a cover letter
by 
Karl Kahler
Knowing what to include in a cover letter — and what to leave out — is the key to writing what could be the most important letter of your life.
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Resume Help15 min read
Proofreading your Resume: 12 Tips
Published in Career
by 
Paul Drury
New job announcements on LinkedIn are essential for someone who wants to express gratitude to past colleagues and share their excitement about new beginnings. Here are a few tips to shape your message.
Published in Resume Help
by 
Rolf Bax
Tips, formatting examples, and keywords to list special skills on your resume that the hiring manager will love.
Published in Cover Letter
Applying for jobs happens all around the globe, of course. But how do job seekers in different countries apply for a job? Does a Dutch cover letter look different than it does in another country? To shed light on the differences, resume.io analyzed over 350,000 cover letters from 19 countries.
Published in Career
by Paul Drury
That’s it, you have made the decision to seek pastures new. You may be leaving for another opportunity, or you may want to find some clarity before making your next move. Whatever the case, here is how to break the news to your boss.
Published in Resume Help
by Rolf Bax
Learn how to write a resume personal statement. We also provide personal statement tips and examples, plus free templates.
Published in Career
by 
Emily Stoker
Saying goodbye is never easy. However, nailing workplace etiquette while saying something sincere to a coworker who is moving on is particularly tricky. Find out how in this blog post including 40+ examples of leaving messages for a colleague.
Published in Cover Letter
by Karl Kahler
A letter of interest and a cover letter are similar but not identical documents used to apply for a job. Here we explore the differences and discuss how to write each of them to maximize your chances of getting the job that’s right for you in 2024.
Published in Career
by Paul Drury
It is impossible to secure that crucial first job if the hiring manager has minimal evidence that you have what it takes. Persuasive references can make all the difference. This blog will quickly answer some of the most common questions regarding references.
Published in Career
When you’re applying for a job online, being able to see how many applicants you’re up against can be a helpful (if slightly intimidating) insight. Resume.io has utilized this feature on LinkedIn to discover the most and least competitive American companies for job hunters across key industries and Big Tech.
Published in Job Interview
When you’re job seeking, it can feel like things are taking a lifetime. So, how many applications does it take to get a new job? Let’s take a look at the facts now.
Published in Resume Help
by Karl Kahler
Do you still need a mailing address on your resume in the digital age? The answer is yes, no, and maybe. Here are the pros and cons to consider about telling employers where you live.
