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Part 1 ➤ Plan to Succeed

Pamela Downes’ networking card.

Bonus Check
If you want a fancy-schmancy networking card, work with a professional desktop publisher
to design a two-sided card that folds the way a greeting card does.

The Least You Need to Know
➤ Writing a resume is like drawing your personal map; a resume states clearly
what your next career move will be.
➤ Creating a strong resume helps you articulate your skills and attributes, which is
a must for a successful interview.
➤ A good resume opens the door for a job interview.

➤ A strong, well-thought-out resume starts you off on the right foot when nego-
tiating your salary.
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➤ You can distill the qualifications on your resume to produce a 2"× 3 ⁄2"
networking card.

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