Common questions

What is the appropriate salutation for a cover letter?

What is the appropriate salutation for a cover letter?

Use a generic salutation, such as Dear Hiring Manager, Dear Recruiting Manager or Dear Human Resources Professional. (Avoid To Whom It May Concern; it is antiquated.) Another option is to write Greetings, which is somewhat informal but polite.

What do I put under my name on a resume?

A resume headline (also known as a resume title) is a brief phrase that highlights your value as a candidate. Located at the top of your resume under your name and contact information, a headline allows a recruiter to see quickly and concisely what makes you the right person for the job.

What is a strong resume title?

A good resume title often includes your target job title, your key skills, your qualifications, and/or your years of experience. You can also include your awards, industry, or specializations.

Do I need my address on my resume?

Putting your address on your resume may actually be distracting to a recruiter. To ensure that your resume gets the attention it deserves, you should only include what recruiters and hiring managers are interested in and leave extraneous information, like your address, out.