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Month

March 2012

30 posts

I'll reply with your rejection on a attachment !!!

Good morning,
 
I am sending my resume for the receptionist position on a attachment
 
Thank you,

Have a Great Day !!!

Mar 8, 2012
But not familiar with spell check

Skills Summary

  • Familier with Microsoft Office applications as well as internet and email
Mar 7, 2012
To be fair, she never claimed to proofread résumés

Legal Assistant

-Drafting medical summaries and proofreading reading final settlement summaries.

Mar 6, 2012
Mar 5, 20121 note
Proofreading is one word

Skills/Knowledge:

Detail oriented with excellent writing, spelling, grammar, editing, and proof reading skills.

Mar 4, 2012
You were a volunteer janitor, twice

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Brown County Courthouse

- Help in courthouse wherever needed, but mainly aided janitor in mopping, cleaning and scrubbing floors, windows, bathrooms, etc. Pull legal files when asked.

Brownwood Public Library

- Organize and file books/magazines. After hours help mop and wax floors.

Mar 3, 2012
Four spelling and grammar errors in nine words

Conducte and scheduled client record statement interview with Insurances. 

[7 lines above this sentence, she listed Proofreading as one of her qualifications.]

Mar 2, 2012
Not great at the letter S

Seeking a career as a Bi-Lingual Paralegal, with increased responsibilities, challenges, and fulfillment in a Law Offices. I offer experiences in litigation, wrongful death, and motor vehicle accident. Able to effectively complete assignment before deadlines with case.

Mar 1, 2012

February 2012

21 posts

Only crazy people brag about passing psych exams

As an Officer Candidate with several police departments, I have demonstrated that I am competent and capable of passing all facets of the rigorous recruiting process, including written, oral, physical, medical and psychological examinations.

Feb 29, 20121 note
Good choice

I am applying for the OPEN position with your company.

(This was the opening line of an e-mail application - no salutation. Capitalized as it came in.)

Feb 28, 2012
She thought this was a good idea

topnotchprofessional@gmail.com

(Real e-mail address of an applicant)

Feb 27, 2012
Name dropping isn't effective if I need Wikipedia to be sure I'm not impressed

Spring paid-internship

Booking’s department: ensured guests like Mark Kimmitt, Ambassador David Mack and Hafed Al-Ghwell were prepared for live interviews, responsible for updating system files and programs, conducted researchand pre-interviews on appropriate guests for important topical issues, improved the social networking, represented AJE at the US/Islamic

Feb 26, 2012
Your bad grammar will not 'fit in to my companies goals.'

Over the last eight years I have, honed the skills necessary to succeed in this position. I am eager and willing to take on new challenges, which your company may have to offer. I am outgoing, self-motivated, can multi-task and a team player with strong leadership and communication skills. I believe this type of attitude and willingness to excel will fit in to your companies goals.

Feb 25, 2012
I'll call you (actually, I won't) whenever I feel like it

[This is the entirety of an e-mail I received responding to a Craigslist job posting]

Please call me about the position today.

 

Bert

[phone number deleted]

Feb 24, 2012
I don't do Dell

Additional Computer Skills:

* Power Point-HP Computer

* Brochures-HP Computer

* Newsletters-HP Computer

* Research Projects-HP Computer

Feb 24, 2012
He was applying for a runner/delivery job

Objective

Obtain a position in accounting/customer relations that will utilize my financial knowledge and great communication skills .

Feb 23, 2012
College graduate

After reading your job description, this job seems that you are looking for a self starter and one who will complete the tasks that you ask of done efficiently while possessing a poise demeanor. 

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Feb 22, 2012
None of these are 'qualifications'

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

A results-driven individual with an outgoing personality seeking a position that will provide an opportunity to gain valuable work experience and offer the opportunity for advancement; Able to interact and socialize with people from diverse cultural backgrounds; Willing to accommodate any work schedule

Feb 21, 2012
Qualifications Profile

Most definitely want to add my experience, knowledge, and loyalty along with stability. My expectations are long term… Also obtained a Bachelors in Justice Studies from Arizona State University and am bilingual. I am a mini F.B.I. agent…

 

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Feb 21, 2012
Strong cover letter.

 My character is a person who is humble and executes his goals as well as objective in a consistent matter. I am hands on person who has the capability to adapt and be train to work under distinctive pressures. I will be great asset in your company as well as loyal and trustworthy, specially in punctuallty and working above speculations.

[Received at 2:39 AM]

Feb 20, 20121 note
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