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Foster Success Center Sid Richardson Building, Room 116 254-710-3771 • [www.hireabear.com](www.hireabear.com)  \nTHE RESUME AND COVER LETTER  \nResumes and cover letters are essential in establishing a professional image during the job search. Small mistakeson either of these documents can be the difference between receiving, or not receiving, an invitation for an interview. A carefully crafted resume and cover letter can demonstrate significant skill and experience to a potential employer and provide you the confidence necessary for the job search process.  \nTOP 10 TIPS FOR WRITING RESUMES    \n1. Easy to Scan – Recruiters do not have time to have to read your resume. Scanning is key. The bullet format (instead of paragraph) isan effective way to create a resume that is easy to scan.  \n2. Appealing – Use boldface print and indentions strategically, reminding yourself the more you use them the less they stand out.  \n3. Concise – Limit your resume to one page. 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