How to Write a KILLER LinkedIn Profile... And 18 Mistakes to Avoid

Context. Write for the FUTURE --
Know your target --
Know what makes you stand out --
Gather information first --
Getting started. How long should my resume be? Resume tetris: what order should my resume be in? --
Crafting your resume header: don't use an objective! --
Customize your LinkedIn URL --
Use a professional email address --
Content. The danger of "function resumes", and the benefits of a "hybrid" --
Create a compelling branding statement and summary statement! --
Delete these words and phrases from your resume --
Make your boring resume bullets sparkle! --
Focus on accomplishments --
Tailor your resume bullets --
Should I have a skills & interests section? --
Should I have a separate languages section? --
Consider including a chart, graph, or testimonial --
"I" versus "we" --
Special issue: filling a "gap" --
Special issue: for "older" job seekers --
Special issue: more than one position at the same company --
Formatting your resume. Why care about the format anyway? --
Don't use templates! --
Don't use a column format --
Keep it simple --
Use the borders function to create lines --
How to lits dates of employment --
Don't format with the space bar! --
How to create distinctive, professional bullets --
Guidelines for margins --
How to use page borders --
Spacing (or how to make your three-page resume fit on two pages) --
Hyperlinks are welcome, and so are Word documents! --
Cover letter tips. Yes, you need a cover letter! --
Three components of an effective cover letter --
Delete these words from your cover letter! --
"To whom it may concern" doesn't cut it --
Writing a value proposition letter --
Technology & social media. Google results are the new "resume" --
PowerPoint and video resumes --
Beat the scanners part 1: eleven essential resume keyword tips --
Beat the scanners part 2: formatting tips --
LinkedIn-savvy --
QR codes on resumes? --
Send a hard copy! --
The #1 most important tip set! How to avoid embarrassing editing marks on your documents --
Proofread, and proofread again! --
Get your resume out there! --
It doesn't end here: on to the interview! --
Appendix A: Power words for resumes --
Appendix B: 397 favorite resume verbs --
Appendix C: Words to avoid in your resume! --
Appendix D: Resume & cover letter checklists: don't skip these!