Now that the job market seems to be heating up, I've dusted off and put some new polish on this oldie but goody post! Correct Approach for Online Employment Inquiries When I get a job inquiry addressed as "Dear Sir/Madam" in any e-mail, I know the Sender is, well, lazy. How do I know this? … [Read more...]
E-mailing Your Resumes and Cover Letters
With more folks hunting for jobs than ever, I get asked quite often what considerations to keep in mind when e-mailing resumes and cover letters. What is the proper way to e-mail a cover letter and resume to an employer or recruiter who has requested you e-mail your r'sum?? Notice I mentioned … [Read more...]
Do You E-mail and Surf on Company Time?
Do you forward jokes to coworkers on company time? Surf the Web for non-job related info or a recipe for tonight's dinner? Do you e-mail friends and family members from work using your company e-mail address? Oh, oh... If you are honest, you'd admit you do. I mean, who doesn't? If … [Read more...]
With Email, First Impressions Happen!
As the proprietor of two e-mail etiquette sites, it is common for folks to give me a hard time about how I am too sensitive when it comes to e-mail etiquette. I've also been told that I make a "big deal" out of nothing and that I am "old fashioned". I resemble that remark! These same onliners … [Read more...]
Employment E-mails: Dear or No Dear, Colons or Semi-Colons?
A site visitor was curious and pondered: ...after I enter the individual's name what is the best punctuation? I am applying for a lot of jobs online and when I respond to their interest in my resume I am not sure of the correct approach. Sometimes I see "Dear James:." other times I see "James;" … [Read more...]
How You Type Your Name Matters!
Your name is what identifies you; it's who you are. Making a good impression (or not) can depend on something as little as how you choose type your name in your e-mails. From configuring your e-mail program, to filling out Web inquiry forms or making online purchases, always formally capitalize … [Read more...]