applying for jobs

I am in the middle of reading my students' submissions for a resume/cover letter assignment. My expectation is for them to put the best face on whatever experience they have. Of course that relates to confidence, and sometimes their confidence is not enough to make a good case. As luck (or synchronicity) would have it, reddit today has a link to an outstanding example of doing the best with one's background: Former marijuana smuggler seeks legitimate employment. Now that's a great resume.