People who think that email, texting and phone calls have made the old-fashioned handwritten thank-you note obsolete are making a big mistake. Here’s how to do one right.

Two-pronged job applications that declare a genuine interest in working for the company and a strong second interest in a specialty work best.
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When you go for a job interview, know who the stealth interviewers are — and win them over.

Have a great job interview by learning about the company, knowing your own resume, planning your questions, making your point and nailing the details.

Sending a thank-you note after a job interview will set you ahead of other candidates and can help you win that job or the next one.