E-mailing your Resume

Another great breakthrough in technology is the e-mail. Potential employers have thought of yet another way to avoid a pile of paper on their desk. They will advertise about a job opening and instead of a fax number they will have an e-mail address. This can be good and bad for different reasons. The good part is that, if your resume is already stored on your computer then all you have to do is put it in a folder and send it as an attachment, with your cover letter being your e-mail page.

The bad is that you don't know if they received it or even read it. Some computers can't read certain files. If you saved it on a word document from 2001 windows, a new computer may not be able to open it. Even with upgraded machines, some computers can't read or open certain files. Then your next thought is did the employer get my resume e-mail and does it look professional. You start getting paranoid thinking whether or not they got your resume.

So, now what to do you do next? If there is no other way to get your resume to these potential employers, then write an e-mail. However, in the body of the e-mail make a note saying, you have attached a file of your resume along with the e-mail. Also, mention, if there is any problems in opening the attachment, then they can feel free to contact you and you will resend your resume. Provide your contact details in the e-mail.

Another way would be to call the company; there will be a phone number given on the website of the company. Call to follow up with the human resources department, and see if they have had any trouble opening your file. Also, ask them for an alternative way to send your resume, because you are keen on working with them.

Here are some rules that you should follow while e-mailing the potential employers:

Be Professional for Employment E-mails

• You must always follow the online correspondence with the employer in the best business manner. E-mail may be considered as a casual mode of communication, but if you are trying to get a job, then you should take it seriously
• Always start your message with a formal business greeting, which uses the last name of the recipient
• Remember that if the hiring manager is signing the message with their first name, then you should use it in the same way for greeting them. Always follow their lead

Watch your Tone

• Anyone can easily misunderstand the tone of online communication. Therefore, you must avoid writing in caps
• Always ensure that whatever phrases or terms you use could not be read in more than one way. Avoid using all the terms that you think may have the chance of being misunderstood
• Never use long or complex sentences, because it becomes easier for the employer to misinterpret. Therefore, always keep things precise and short Represent your Best Writing Skills
• Job seekers make the biggest mistake by not paying attention to correspondence. You must carefully, compose each message, and then check what you have written before you send it
• Always remember that multi-syllable and complex writing will not impress them, as compared to simple and accurate writing
• Make sure that you use proper grammar and punctuate it properly. It always leaves a bad impression, so proofreading is must

E-mailing your resume is the best way, so make the most of it.