In today's world of text messaging and email overload, it seems correct spelling and grammar aren't that important anymore. The closed captioning typists, and even professional broadcasters on major television networks, don't seem to care either. Does the same apply to your resume and cover letter?
Employers consistently rank "communication skills" as one of their most desired traits in an employee. Even though it's been said that communicating is 55% body language, 38% tone of voice, and 7% words, incorrect or imprecise use of that last 7% can kill the great impression you're making with the other 93%. All the elements of communication work together and should be consistent.
Sometimes it seems that the English language is designed just to trip us up - and certain punctuation and grammar problems do seem to crop up more often than others. The pesky apostrophe is a good example! Here is an opportunity to test your skills.
