Here's how you can craft a compelling resume and cover letter when changing careers.

I advise clients to craft a narrative that seamlessly connects their past experiences to their desired career path. This involves identifying common threads or skills that are applicable to both fields. For instance, a client moving from journalism to marketing could highlight their storytelling skills, which are crucial for content marketing roles.

The "rules" of good resume writing should still remain - PAR/STAR etc etc, but if someone is changing careers, and before I deem this person as irrelevant to my industry, I would insert a covering note - not necessarily a traditional 3 paragraph cover letter, but almost like an elevator pitch in a paragraph (or 2 short ones). The content should sound like what you'd say if you're meeting someone in person - if you won't say it, you shouldn't write it. The crux is how you've crafted your career, learning, skills achievement along the way, and how this career switch is intentional and the value and applicability that your past experience provides. Good luck!

When pivoting careers, it's important to reframe your story. Remember to: 👉 Highlight Transferable Skills 👉 Tailor Application Materials 👉 Show Your Value

Una carta de presentación para cambiar de empleo enfatiza la adaptabilidad. Explica el motivo del cambio y cómo las experiencias y habilidades transferibles pueden ser beneficiosas para el nuevo rol, incluso si no se relacionan directamente.

Showcase your skills as the foundation of your experience. 🙌 Use specific examples to demonstrate successful applications. Illustrate your value and versatility to potential employers. 💯

Focus on transferable skills relevant to the new industry. Use concrete examples to show your expertise and adaptability. This demonstrates your value in the new field.

Cover Letter: *Address the hiring manager: Use a formal greeting and address the hiring manager by name, if possible. *Introduce yourself: Briefly introduce yourself and explain how you came across the opportunity. *Show your passion: Express your enthusiasm for the new field and the company. *Highlight your relevant skills: Emphasize the skills you've developed that align with the job requirements. *Demonstrate your value: Explain how your unique blend of skills and experience will benefit the organization.

Make your resume a easy read by using a clean layout and clear headings. Consider the following: 👉 Clear Headings 👉 Bullet Points 👉 Structured Storytelling

Additional Tips: *Network: Reach out to people in your desired field for advice and insights. *Use language from the job posting: Use keywords and phrases from the job posting in your resume and cover letter. *Be honest and authentic: Explain your career change in a positive light, and be honest about your motivations and goals.

Quantify your impact with specific numbers and outcomes. ✨ Tell the story behind your achievements, highlighting challenges and results. Showcase your problem-solving skills and strategic thinking. 💯

Speak the language of the company by mirroring their values and keywords. ✨ Address your cover letter to a specific person and show genuine interest. Stand out by researching and tailoring your application. 💯

Tailor your cover letter to each company. Mention why you’re interested and how your background fits their needs. Personalization shows genuine interest.

Finding the most creative ways to STAND out can set a candidate apart. - Write authentically - Ask yourself - if I were to read this as the hiring manager - would this excite me to get on an interview with them? - It's about quality over quantity - take that extra mile to customize the cover letter and send it via email to the Hiring Manager.

Following up at regular intervals shows commitment and positions you as a professional. It is also necessary not to flood their mail with ample amounts of followups. You should be patient and willing to put in the hard work when it comes to job hunting.

Send a polite follow-up email a week after applying. Express continued interest and enthusiasm. This shows initiative and keeps you top of mind.

Career Change? Be FOCUSED. Sure, your background is different but you still have to be highly focused when you are looking for a new job. Your background is your background, we can't change that- but you MUST go through it and decide how can your experience translate into what companies are looking for specifically in the new career change you are making. Sometimes its a leap to figure it out, but it doesn't mean it can't be done. Focus on this: “Which of my past accomplishments and skills directly address the key responsibilities and challenges of this new role, and how can I highlight these in my application to demonstrate my suitability?” Your accomplishments and metrics will take you far. Focus on those in your career change.

Puede parecer obvio, pero asegúrate de que tu carta de presentación para tu nueva etapa profesional complemente la información de tu curriculum vitae. La cohesión entre ambos documentos es clave para presentar una candidatura convincente.