Tell Your Story

Your story is uniquely yours, and no one is better suited to tell it than you. Your resume, cover letter, and interview are powerful tools for communicating your unique skills, experiences, and aspirations to potential employers. Explore our comprehensive guides and resources below to learn how to craft compelling narratives that showcase your talents and get you noticed by potential employers.

Start with this Tulane Alumni Professional Development Series video about using AI to help you tell your story: Rise above the competition: How to showcase your skills in an AI-driven world with Sabba Quidwai.

Personal Branding

Your personal brand is how people perceive you. Whenever you interact with others, whether in person or online, the things you say and post are building blocks in the narrative you create about yourself. You already have a personal brand, whether you realize it or not. The question is, do you want to be driving that brand?

In today's competitive job market, establishing a strong personal brand is essential for standing out, building credibility, and advancing your career. Explore the power of personal branding and learn how to leverage it to tell your story with authenticity, confidence, and impact. Start with this article on How to Accelerate Your Career With Personal Branding and explore the tools below to help you create your brand.

Personal Branding Tools

 

Crafting Your Resume

Your resume is more than just a list of jobs; it is your personal marketing tool that highlights your accomplishments and demonstrates your fit for your desired role. Learn how to create a resume that grabs attention, conveys your value proposition, and lands interviews. Discover formatting tips, tailor your resume to specific job descriptions, and effectively showcase your achievements.

General Resume Tips

Making a Career Change

Stepping into Management

 

Writing Your Cover Letter

Your cover letter is your opportunity to connect the dots between your experiences and the job requirements. Learn how to write a persuasive cover letter that complements your resume and captures the employer’s interest. Explore strategies for customizing your cover letter for each application, addressing the hiring manager directly, and showcasing your enthusiasm and qualifications for the role.

General Cover Letter Tips

Making a Career Change

 

Mastering Your Interview

The interview is your chance to bring your story to life and demonstrate why you’re the perfect fit for the position. Prepare for success with the following interview tips and techniques: research the company, practice common interview questions, and confidently showcase your skills and experiences. Learn how to communicate your value proposition effectively, ask insightful questions, and leave a memorable impression on your interviewers.

Register for a free Big Interview account for learning tracks and interview practice tools. 

Finally, don’t forget to send a thank you note to your interviewer following your interview. Sending a note can help make a lasting impression on your potential employer and allow you to clarify any points, provide additional information you may have forgotten to mention, and further emphasize your interest in the role.