Resumes!Resumes!Resumes!
By: Paul Henning
January, 31st 2006 Resumes, Resumes, Resumes! What they say is true. It's all about the resume. I remember my first resume and let me tell you, it was hideous. I thought that I would sit down and
January, 31st 2006 Resumes, Resumes, Resumes! What they say is true. It's all about the resume. I remember my first resume and let me tell you, it was hideous. I thought that I would sit down and create what I like to call, " The Resume Techniques Of Today And The Jobs We Didn't Get Due To The Resumes Of Yesterday." Keep in mind that all these tips are based on my personal opinion. The first rule of thumb, nobody cares about your hobbies and interests. The second rule, never add pretty paper, pictures or fragrances. Not only is this inappropriate, but it shows that you have far too much time on your hands. The third rule of thumb, always have a short, to the point and attractive cover letter. Don't forget to have your name, address, email and telephone number centered at the top of your letter. This goes for your resume page as well. You can start your cover letter with "to whom it may concern", or if you wish to be fancy and effective, use the name of the business that you are applying to. Now for the nitty gritty....... sections. First and foremost, always have the title of your sections in bold but not your text. I always like to start with an 'Objective' section where I explain the reasons as to why I am seeking employment and as to where I wish the employment to take me. Then I proceed with a 'Qualifications' section. This is where I describe my down to earth attitude and willingness to work harder than all of the workers in the land. Follow this section up with your 'Work History'. Keep in mind in this section, to always start with your most recent place of employment. Always put the date that you commenced employment and the date you left. Once that is accomplished let the employer know what position you held and the duties for which you were responsible. Only present them with three to four jobs, as 'history' should not be taken literally in this circumstance. Only two more to go. I'm feeling pretty job ready. Are you? Education is the penultimate section to this crazy little piece of paper that us humans refer to as a resume. Please be aware that if you graduated High School in the late 70's, no one wants to know. Just list any College or University schooling that you may have attended and the dates attended or are attending. Last but not least, 'References'. Don't forget, pick employers who like you. Only list 2-3 references. Make sure you use the name of your references and their positions, as well as their telephone number. It is also a good idea to phone them as well, to let them know that a potential future employer may be calling them to request a reference for you. I understand that it is possible for more then three past employers to think highly of you. However, try and stick with the ones that match your work history and then just simply add 'More References Upon Request', below them. Well, all the best to you and your future resume writing. I hope this article has done some justice for your resume today and not yesterday. Your Hired! Patent that, Trump!
About the author:
Bio: Paul Henning is the creator of Jobzilla. Jobzilla is a free job search site as well as a free employer submit site.
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