Historical Reminiscents EP 32: Confidence and Job Applications

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Job applications can be full of emotional labour, self-doubt, and stress.  How do you know if you are qualified for a job? Should you take the time to apply? In this episode I talk about cover letters, equivalent experience, and putting yourself out there. I also discuss the intersection of gender, job applications, and impostor … Continue reading Historical Reminiscents EP 32: Confidence and Job Applications

AASLH Technical Leaflet – Get to Work: Crafting Cover Letters and Résumés for Emerging Professionals

In 2017, I had the opportunity to work with Michael Dove, of Western's Public History Program, to author a technical leaflet for the American Association for State and Local History (AASLH).  Titled, "Get to Work: Crafting Cover Letters and Résumés for Emerging Professionals," our leaflet is part of the AASLH's Winter 2018 History News publication … Continue reading AASLH Technical Leaflet – Get to Work: Crafting Cover Letters and Résumés for Emerging Professionals