5 Job Search Books You Should Read

5 Job Search Books You Should Read We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. Resumes are probably the most important document you will ever have in your career (short of a million dollar contract). Its difficult writing a great resume, and we can all use help creating our resume. Knowing which resume formats to use, leveraging keywords, etc. All of that is very helpful and can help us fast track the job search process. There must be hundreds of how to write a resume books out there, which are the best ones to use? And once you get that resume gets you an interview, do you have the right book to help you nail the interview (and get the job)? Following are some reviews of the top 5 job search books to help your make your selection. [easyazon_link asin=1607746573 locale=US new_window=default nofollow=default tag=caree07-20 add_to_cart=default cloaking=default localization=default popups=no]What Color Is Your Parachute? Guide to Rethinking Resumes: Write a Winning Resume and Cover Letter and Land Your Dream Interview[/easyazon_link] First time writing a resume? Or maybe your resume needs a big rewrite? Than this is the book for you. From beginners to advanced resume needs, this book covers the the latest in resume tactics (keywords, scanning, etc.). Whether you decide to hire someone to help you write your resume or will DIY, this book will help you decide what is best for you. [easyazon_image add_to_cart=default align=none asin=1607746573 cloaking=default height=160 localization=default locale=US nofollow=default new_window=default src=http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51VEbohorjL._SL160_.jpg tag=caree07-20 width=100] [easyazon_link asin=1440536813 locale=US new_window=default nofollow=default tag=caree07-20 add_to_cart=default cloaking=default localization=default popups=no]Knock em Dead Resumes: How to Write a Killer Resume That Gets You Job Interviews[/easyazon_link] #6 on Amazons list (keeping in mind that several versions of What Color is your parachute are in the top 5), this is a step by step guide for writing resumes with additional information on getting interviews. The book includes strategies that have been proven to work over time and includes great tips on writing resumes that will work for your online job submissions. [easyazon_image add_to_cart=default align=none asin=1440536813 cloaking=default height=160 localization=default locale=US nofollow=default new_window=default src=http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/517uU61GayL._SL160_.jpg tag=caree07-20 width=139] [easyazon_link asin=0735204349 locale=US new_window=default nofollow=default tag=caree07-20 add_to_cart=default cloaking=default localization=default popups=default]How to Say It on Your Resume: A Top Recruiting Directors Guide to Writing the Perfect Resume for Every Job[/easyazon_link] This book covers almost every career scenario (job change, looking for that promotion, fired, experienced hires, career change, etc.). The book includes some useful tools like action words (yes, they are still important) and a checklist for writing your resume. [easyazon_image add_to_cart=default align=none asin=0735204349 cloaking=default height=160 localization=default locale=US nofollow=default new_window=default src=http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41Aaz9k-wsL._SL160_.jpg tag=caree07-20 width=118] [easyazon_link asin=069220203X locale=US new_window=default nofollow=default tag=caree07-20 add_to_cart=default cloaking=default localization=default popups=default]Winning Answers to 500 Interview Questions[/easyazon_link] Lets face it, if you fail on your interview you are not getting the job. One of the best investments you can make in your career is spending serious time preparing for interviews. This book will help prepare you for your interviews and provide that additional confidence to make a great impression. [easyazon_image add_to_cart=default align=none asin=069220203X cloaking=default height=160 localization=default locale=US nofollow=default new_window=default src=http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51pb0u0NxuL._SL160_.jpg tag=caree07-20 width=107] [easyazon_link asin=1598690973 locale=US new_window=default nofollow=default tag=caree07-20 add_to_cart=default cloaking=default localization=default popups=default]The About.Com Guide To Job Searching: Tools and Tactics to Help You Get the Job You Want (About.com Guides)[/easyazon_link] Career expert Alison Doyles book from About.com offers up in an organized manner, all of the tools you will need in your job search. From understanding your career options to leveraging your skills, this is the book you should read to help you with your search. [easyazon_image add_to_cart=default align=none asin=1598690973 cloaking=default height=160 localization=default locale=US nofollow=default new_window=default src=http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31GT42FZANL._SL160_.jpg tag=caree07-20 width=160] We are always eager to hear from our readers. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or suggestions regarding CareerAlley content. Good luck in your search,Joey Google+ what where job title, keywords or company city, state or zip jobs by