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Phew....our resume and cover letter are finally prepared, that was a lot of hard work!! Congratulations!! So now we have two or three pages of professional looking material sitting in front of us...what are we going to do with it now???

Some basic tips to follow to make sure that your resume gets seen by the right person...and catches their attention:

Follow the instructions given to you:

  Don't call if they have stated "no phone calls please"

  If an ad says to handwrite a cover letter, make sure you do so

  Follow directions for delivering your resume whether it be in person, by mail or fax

By following the instructions laid out to you by an employer, you are already starting to make a positive first impression by demonstrating that you can follow direction. Many people who disregard an employers wishes may not even be granted an opportunity for an interview

When dropping off your resume in person, be dressed as though you are going for an interview...positive first impressions count for a lot! Don't request to speak to the manager or boss while you are there, but do ask for a contact name and be prepared in case the situation arises and they want to interview you on the spot

Check, double check and triple check your resume and cover letters for mistakes...proofread from right to left or top to bottom to spot common errors

Be professional and courteous with everyone you come in contact with in person and over the phone, you never know it might be the employer answering the phone or that you see in hard hat and work boots on the job site