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Build Your Brand!<\/h3>\n

Your brand is your promise to an employer about what you will bring to a position. It represents the things people remember about you – your strengths, values, skills, and personality. You want to make sure you control the messaging in person, online, and in your career documents.\u00a0Having a strong resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, and solid references are effective tools to build and communicate your brand.<\/p>\n

Whether this is your first time writing a resume, or you are updating and revising, the Career Center is here to help you create a document that effectively markets and brands you.\u00a0Schedule an appointment with your Career Advisor on Handshake<\/strong><\/a> to discuss your completed first drafts. See resume and cover letter guides below to get started.<\/p>\n

BRANDING TOOLBOX<\/div>
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Resume Guide<\/a> (PDF) \u2013 Draft your resume with the position and industry in mind making sure to match your skillset to your career choices using VMock Smart Resume Platform<\/a>, an online resume review tool that provides instant feedback and scoring. Remember, your resume is unique to you and communicates your brand.<\/p>\n

Cover Letter Guide <\/a>(PDF) \u2013 A great cover letter helps an employer envision you in the position. It expands on your experiences in your resume and highlights your soft skills, personality, and motivation.<\/p>\n

LinkedIn Profile<\/a> (PDF) \u2013 LinkedIn is the leading professional network on the web, enabling you to connect with others who share career interests, develop a record of your accomplishments, and find potential internship and career positions.<\/p>\n

Handshake Profile<\/a> (PDF) \u2013 Handshake is the #1 way college students get hired. Download the app, create a profile, get personalized job recommendations, and apply in as few as 2 clicks.<\/p>\n

Portfolio Guidelines<\/a>\u00a0(PDF)\u00a0\u2013\u00a0A portfolio can help demonstrate your skills and experience, giving you a competitive edge.<\/p>\n

References (Your Brand Amplifiers)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n