Hi all, A new member @Esmael Yimer asked for some discussion, tips, etc. on resumes / CVs, cover letters, etc. I’ll start the conversation w/ my experience. Please don’t be shy and jump in with your own thoughts, experiences, tips, questions, answers, etc. 1. I probably have a dozen or so of these CVs and cover letters that I keep around for reference. 2. I create custom CVs and cover letters for each role that I apply for 3. In applying for roles, particularly if it’s an urgent need, there’s been a layoff, etc. the urge I have is to blast out ~100 applications. 4. This rarely works and the best roles I’ve gotten have either come through connections in my network or roles that are a very good and a very specific match for what I’m good at + have deep experience with + work I really enjoy 5. Focus on those three things and actually narrow your scope 6. When applying, start connecting with folks in the org you’re applying for and, if you can figure it out, specifically with the group and leader you think you may be working with Feel free to add your own tips, questions and answers here. Now, on to the CV discussion. I’m not sure I can drop docs right here in chat. I may need to create sanitized and public links instead. I’ll try that now. What we can do 1:1 or as a group is go through these CVs / cover letters and discuss what we have found works best.

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Hello everyone! 👋🏻 I’m so happy to be connected to bright minds like yours, and would be curious to know your view on personal development. More precisely an experience that lead you to grow immensely and that you look back on. Should we look towards infinite growth or let go and accept who we are? This question came from watching Justin Bieber who chose to show the world he still is the young 13 year old boy today. Anyway, I wish you all the greatest of week! 😃