CaseInterview.com

AUGUST 15, 2019

As a former consulting resume and cover letter reader for McKinsey, and someone who has reviewed thousands of applications, I have noticed an interesting trend. Most cover letters stink, and many resumes emphasize the wrong things. Your Cover Letter Tips Got Me an LEK Offer . Here's why it works.

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Tom Spencer

JUNE 2, 2023

A candidate might spend hours on their resume and cover letter but put little thought into their LinkedIn profile other than a profile picture and a cheesy blurb in the “about” section. While this is not a deal-breaker, it will make a seasoned recruiter cringe. However, posting about politics should be avoided.

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freshminds

JANUARY 22, 2017

While a photo is compulsory for some European CVs, with the spotlight currently on subconscious bias, it’s definitely a dying trend. 3) Don’t try to schmooze the recruiter. Give just enough detail to prompt the questions you want to answer in the interview. 2) Quantify, quantify, quantify. Include that information.

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