As we have stated in a previous post, email addresses should be tasteful, professional and work best as your firstname.lastname@_____.com.

This way you are easily recognizable and remembered by hiring managers.

The same types of rules apply when attaching resumes, cover letters and references.

Save your documents under a name that is professional and can be found easily in a search.

DO NOT:

  • Include dates in the name of your documents (unless you must, be sure it’s the current date) For instance, if it’s 2012 don’t attach a resume titled : Jane Smith’s Resume 2011
  • Title your document with the word “General” in it. For example: Jane Smith’s General Cover Letter

DO:

  • Include the title of the job in the title: Jane Smith’s Resume – Administrative Assistant
  • Add the current date you sent the resume: Jane Smith’s Resume – January 24, 2012

Either of the “do’s” work and keep you and the person receiving your resume, cover letter, and references more organized.