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Your Guide to Crafting a Nonprofit Cover Letter

If you’re applying to multiple jobs in the social-impact sector, you may be tempted to use the same cover letter in all of your applications, even when the organizations have different focus areas. While it can seem like this tactic …

By Idealist Careers
Idealist Careers | Helping you land, love, and grow in your social-impact career. And visit Idealist.org explore thousands of great jobs and social-impact organizations near you.
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4 Great Tips for an Effective Cover Letter

When you’re locked into a serious job search it’s incredibly important to stand out from the multitude of other applicants, as things can get pretty competitive and hiring managers won’t waste their time on dull and repetitive applications. One way …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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How to Write a Resume That Shows Your Real Value to Employers

Writing a resume—especially one that immediately speaks to employers, compelling them to call you or reach out via email to learn more—isn’t for the faint of heart. It takes time and effort… and, sometimes, a lot of eyeballs for feedback.

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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