Are You Making These 8 Job Search Email Mistakes?

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Whether you’re sending a job application or inquiring about networking opportunities, chances are very good you’ll send an email to a recruiter or hiring manager. And in many cases, that email is your very first impression; it is how you are measured as a young professional. So any mistake could be costly. As you write (and edit) your next email, here are eight mistakes you should avoid: 1. Being Too Formal: Whenever you write an email, it’s important to remember you’re writing to another human. Job seekers often feel like they have to be super formal when writing a networking email or inquiring about job opportunities. Read more.

Katy Davis

Katy Davis

Katy is responsible for supporting LibGig's recruiting department and recruiting for library and information management positions in the legal, federal, media, corporate, and academic sectors.
Katy Davis
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