These may seem like simple and obvious suggestions, but sometimes going back to basics can help remind us what our original goal was…to get a job!

-Always bring multiple copies of your resume to an interview.  Not only will the person conducting your interview need one, but if you meet with more than one person in the company, it’s good for them to have their own personal copy as well.  Remember, the goal of an interview is to be remembered and to stick out!

-A cover letter isn’t always necessary for a job application, but having one in your back pocket is a good call.  Applying to jobs (especially online) is time consuming and you don’t want to push the “pause button” due to not having a cover letter ready and waiting!

-References: Have them, let the person know you’re listing them and make sure their contact information is up-to-date.  That is all.

-Thank you cards: this gesture is still powerful.  Handwritten cards are good, but leaving the interview and putting them in the mail...