Sam Has Just Completed His Master's Degree in Management and Wants

question 1

Multiple Choice

Sam has just completed his master's degree in management and wants to apply for an assistant manager's post at a recruitment firm.Which of the following is the first step Sam should take to create his résumé and cover letter?

• A)He should work on his areas of improvement.
• B)He should carefully evaluate his career ambitions and qualifications.
• C)He should use clichés, buzzwords, and jargon.
• D)He should communicate informally with his prospective employers.
• E)He should provide a career summary.

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