Professional Success

Stephen King’s “Top 20 Rules for Writers” focuses on how to become a great storyteller by writing, practicing, and being honest. He says that writing should come from the heart, and shouldn’t only be out to please others. Kind’s idea compares well with Gillespie’s “Becoming Your Own Expert: Teachers as Writers” because this encourages teachers to write more to improve their writing skills, and hopefully inspire their students. Both of these articles focus on the significance of practicing to find your own voice. However, Schalls’ “Writing the Conventional Resume” and Mulveys’ “How to Write a Cover Letter That Gets Your Hired” both discuss writing for jobs. These articles teach you and guide you on how to write the perfect cover letter and resume that stands out to all different types of employers. Even though these articles are different from King’s writing advice, such as writing not only for people but for yourself, the main ideas overlap. For example, King states, “Leave out the boring parts and kill your darlings,” meaning get rid of anything that is unnecessary. Both Shall and Mulvey say the same thing about resumes, straight to the point. A good resume or cover letter needs to match the job, to show that you understand what the employer wants/needs. All four of these writers agree that good writing, no matter if it is a resume or a story, requires practice and knowing your audience. Whether you’re telling a story, teaching students, or trying to get a job, writing takes focus and effort to complete.

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