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lostcolony on July 17, 2014 | parent | context | favorite | on: Why I Refuse to Use Resumes and What I Do Instead

"or I ask for a one-page statement that uses short paragraphs and bullet points about why they’re a good fit for the job and why I should hire them."

Sounds like a cover letter.

josephwesley on July 17, 2014 [–]

In a way, yes, but with more emphasis on pitching why you're a good fit for the position.

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