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Stop Using the Word Help

People who know me well know I will – in regular conversation – use words such as caparison, promulgate, indecorous, maudlin, perspicacity, purloin, amalgamate, and a host of other little-known SAT-type vocabulary words. Why? Because I enjoy finding the right word. I can parse out the difference among obdurate, intransigent, intractable, and truculent – all …

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How to write a stand-out cover letter hiring managers will notice

DO make the look match your resume. You’re going for a consistent personal brand image, and – using neutral colors and simple formatting – go ahead and make it stand out visually a little. DO use a formal tone. This is not a personal letter but a business one. Appropriate greetings include Dear Hiring Manager …

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