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[quote=Anonymous]Hi All:
I am a childcare worker, looking to start a new career.  Or at least, start looking for positions outside of the childcare field- somewhere where I can get some office/admin experience, and either work my way up or at least get a base of skills that many people would have by now (I am 28 FWIW).
My resume is less than stellar.  I did a marketing gig in college for 1.5 years (but that was 5 years ago), and have basically been in the nanny/childcare field since then.  I am applying to any and all entry-level positions I see online.  Craigslist, Indeed, Monster, and then specific businesses- museums, hospitals, general corporate environments, etc.  I have no doubt, though, that every job I'm applying to has hundreds of applicants.
I spruced up my resume as best as I could, and have been catering my cover letter to each position (when I really just want to forward the same generic one to all the positions).
I am willing to make less than I am now ($42k) (but I don't really share that fact) if it meant I could get my foot in the door somewhere.  I would love to work in the non-profit or education field, or work for the city/government.

What are some steps I could take to further my chances?  What is the phone call etiquette- Can I call HR after I submit my resume?  I just feel like I am in a sea of other applicants, and probably 90% of them have a better chance as me.[/quote]

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