Member Resources

So you want to get serious about business. A great place to start is with a professional resume, an easy-to-write cover letter, and a LinkedIn profile of course! Women in Business wants to help YOU succeed and feel more confident when networking with recruiters or interviewing for a new opportunity. Take a look at the following list of resources that we have curated specifically to help you stand out as a member of Women in Business UGA.

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RESUME ADVICE

Your resume is often the first impression that recruiters will have of you. Whether you're starting from scratch or just looking for some quick tips to make what you already have stand out, take a look at the following links to get some advice:

• Monster.com Resume Writing Help
• CV Maker (Resume formatting)
• How to Write a Winning Resume (video)

PS: WIB Exec is always happy to review your resume for you! Email it to us at contactWIB@ugawib.org

COVER LETTER HELP

So a cover letter might not be the most fun to write but it's just something you have to do if you want to make an impression. Taking the time to include a cover letter in your application tells companies that you care about that job and that you're thorough. Here are some resources to get you started:

• HBR: How to Write a Cover Letter
• 7 Cover Letter Mistakes & How to Fix Them
• The 4 Sentence Cover Letter to Get You the Job Interview (video)

LINKEDIN SUPPORT

Many students have LinkedIn profiles. Few of them actually use them, or at least use them properly. Find out how to set up your account, what to do with it after you've made it, and how it can help you get a job:

• 10 LinkedIn Tips for Students
• What Every College Student Should Post on LinkedIn
• LinkedIn for Students: Your Career Starts Here (video)

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BUSINESS CLOTHES

Going to a conference? Landed an interview? Starting a new job? Often times the first thing we ask ourselves is "What am I going to wear?". In the business environment, different events call for different levels of dress. Check out a breakdown of what to wear based on what the dress code is:

• Decoding Dress Codes
• Casual or Smart/Sharp Casual: Simple Style, Casual Work Outfits
• Business Casual: How to Nail Business Casual
• Business Professional: Lauren Conrad's Guide to Business Professional

MEMBER EXCLUSIVE GROUP

Don't forget that one of the perks of being a paid Active Member of Women in Business is exclusive access to our Active Members LinkedIn Group! Once you've joined the group, you'll have access to job postings and other career-building opportunities from companies wanting to connect with members of Women in Business.

Sign up here to join our Women in Business membership if you haven't already!

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