I learned about writing Resumes and Cover Letters in class assignments.docx

I learned about writing Resumes and Cover Letters in class assignments, videos, and
discussions. From watching How to Write a Great Resume and Cover Letter I learned how to add
value to a Resume. To add value a Resume should be 1-2 pages in marketing form, have strong
action verbs, and quantify information. The marketing form is specifically used for selling
yourself to an employer and should be no longer than 2 pages. A strong action verb helps a
Resume catch the employers attention. Quantifying means taking results and accomplishments
from a Resume and showing numbers (School, 2012). For example, if I put as one of my
accomplishments as being able to speak different languages, I would put how many I exactly
speak. I learned more about cover letters when Jessica A. Farrell presented in class. She informed
me that cover letters are mainly dealing with networking. Showing who you know professionally