tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76988523168211892932024-02-20T18:12:26.088-08:00Professional ResumeUse the right information to format your resume. Generate a list of information to include on your resume, then compile the details to format your resume into a customized resume to send to employers.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01928293315198105526noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7698852316821189293.post-59518847885412792512012-09-27T05:48:00.002-07:002012-09-27T05:48:31.937-07:00Teen Resume TipsI've heard from many teen job seekers who aren't sure what a <a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/jobsearchglossary/g/resume1.htm">resume</a> is, don't think they need a resume, or aren't sure what to include on a resume. <br />
Even though a resume isn't required for a lot of teen jobs, a resume can
bolster your chances of getting hired. Plus, you have more information
to put on your resume than you might think. Even if you don't have
formal work experience, you can include other types of work like baby
sitting or lawn mowing and volunteer experiences.
<br />
<b>Make a List
</b><br />A list will help you organize the information you're going to include on your resume:<br />
<br />
<ul>
<li>Name, address and contact information
</li>
<li>School
</li>
<li>Work / volunteer history
</li>
<li>Positive personal characteristics
</li>
<li>Skills and experience
</li>
<li>Coursework
</li>
<li>Other Accomplishments (awards, sports, activities, honors)
</li>
</ul>
<b>Review <nobr><a class="FAtxtL" href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumesandcoverletters/a/teenresumetips.htm#" id="FALINK_3_0_2">Resume Samples</a></nobr></b><br />
Before you start, review sample <a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/teenstudentgrad/a/studentresume.htm">teen resume samples</a>. They will give you a good idea of what your resume should look like and what you can include on your resume.
<br />
<b>Getting Started on Your Resume</b><br />
It's easy to <nobr><a class="FAtxtL" href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumesandcoverletters/a/teenresumetips.htm#" id="FALINK_1_0_0">get started</a></nobr>
creating your resume, even if it's the first time you've done it. All
you need is a word processing program like Microsoft Word and a printer.
Your school or library will have everything you need, if you don't
have it at home.<br />
<b><nobr><a class="FAtxtL" href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumesandcoverletters/a/teenresumetips.htm#" id="FALINK_2_0_1">Resume Templates</a></nobr></b><br />
A quick way to get a head start on writing a resume is to use a <a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/sampleresumes/qt/microtemplate.htm">Microsoft Word Resume Template</a>. All you'll need to do is customize the template with your information. You can also use my <a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumetemplates/a/templatehs.htm">resume template for high school students</a>.<br />
<b>Resume Builders for Teen Resumes
</b><br />Another option it to use a resume builder. MyFirstPaycheck.com has a <a href="http://www.myfirstpaycheck.com/resumes/" target="_blank">resume builder</a>
specifically for teen job seekers. You can enter all your information
into the resume builder online. You can't print your resume, but you can
copy/paste it into Microsoft Word to print.<br />
<b>Formatting Your Resume</b><br />
After you have added all your personal information to your resume, take
the time to format it. Your resume should use a plain font, have lots
of white space, and be simple and easy to read. Your resume has less
than 20 seconds to make a good impression on an employer, so it needs to
be eye-catching and easy to read.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01928293315198105526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7698852316821189293.post-7597286745050427852012-09-27T05:47:00.002-07:002012-09-27T05:47:41.211-07:00Creative ResumesA creative resume is a terrific way, especially for job seekers who want
to provide online examples of their work, to highlight your skills and
experience in a manner that is more visually appealing and engaging than
a traditional resume that simply lists your employment history.
<br />
You don't have to be a techie to make a creative resume. There are free
resume sites that will step you through the process of designing and
creating your resume, provide you with storage space online to host your
resume, and give you a personal URL that you can share with employers
and contacts. You'll be able to update your resume online and share it
with your networking connections and prospective employers.<br />
Before you take the time, read about the <a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/nontraditional/a/nontraditional-pros-cons.htm">pros and cons of using a nontraditional resume</a>. If you decide creating one will enhance your job search, here's a list of sites you can use to build a creative resume.
<br />
<b>Creative Resume Sites</b><br />
<b><a href="http://www.about.me/" target="_blank">About.me</a></b><br />
On About.me, users create a one-page online social resume. Users can
connect friends on Facebook, Twitter, and other social networks to their
page. About.me also allows users to track who sees their profile.<br />
<a href="http://about.me/alisondoyle" target="_blank">About.me Example</a>
<br />
<b><a href="http://www.prezi.com/" target="_blank">Prezi</a></b> <br />
Prezi is a presentation software that allows users to create "prezumes,"
online resumes that include text, image, and video. While users must
pay for special features such as additional storage space, the core
features are free.
<br />
<b><a href="http://www.resoomay.com/" target="_blank">Resoomay</a></b><br />
Resoomay is a site for creating video profiles. Users can promote their
videos through social networks, receive feedback, and track how many
employers are interested in them.
<br />
<a href="http://re.vu/" target="_blank"><b>Re.vu</b></a><br />
Re.vu helps users design visual online resumes using a combination of
widgets, personalized settings, and themes. Through their LinkedIn
accounts, users create visual representations of their accomplishments.
Re.vu provides detailed analytics on who looks at each user's resume.
<br />
<b><a href="http://www.sliderocket.com/" target="_blank">SlideRocket</a></b><br />
SlideRocket is a presentation tool that job seekers can use to create
online infographic resumes. Each user is given a presentation URL that
he can embed into a website or blog, or post on his LinkedIn or other
networking account. SlideRocket offers free membership with limited
services, as well as more extensive paid subscriptions.
<br />
<b><a href="http://www.visualcv.com/" target="_blank">VisualCV</a></b><br />
VisualCV offers users a free online resume. Job seekers can include
videos, work samples, charts, and graphs. Users receive a URL which they
can share with friends, contacts, and employers.<br />
<a href="http://www.visualcv.com/alisondoyle" target="_blank">VisualCV Example</a>
<br />
<b><a href="http://www.vizualize.me/" target="_blank">Vizualize.me</a></b> <br />
With Vizualize.me, users create one-page online infographic resumes
based on their LinkedIn account information. They can then share their
resume URL with people in their network.
<br />
<b><a href="http://getworksimple.com/for-individual" target="_blank">WorkSimple Individual Edition</a></b> <br />
Users on WorkSimple create a visual online portfolio that showcases
one's goals and accomplishments. Users can share their portfolios with
their LinkedIn networks to promote themselves and to receive feedbackAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01928293315198105526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7698852316821189293.post-49845956557610393522012-09-27T05:46:00.000-07:002012-09-27T05:46:02.129-07:00What is a resume?Resume is a document that outlines your qualifications,
including but not limited to: Profile, Objective,
Skills, Education, and Professional Experiences
so an employer can see an overview of how you can
contribute to their company. In short, your resume
provides employers with what you can offer them
if they hire you.<br />
In this site, you will find a multitude of sample
resumes, helping you to write a resume in the appropriate
format.<br />
Look at our sample resumes and personalize them
to fit your professional needs. We have used specific
formats for each job type and proven terminology
to provide you with the latest and most successful
resume samples. This collection of free sample
resumes is specifically designed for job-seekers
using the Web in your job search.<br />
<em>The following are different types of resumes
we have available for you:</em><br />
<strong>Chronological Resume:<br />
</strong>The chronological resume: current or most
recent employer is listed first.<br />
<strong>Functional Resume:<br />
</strong>Functional resumes discuss work experience
according to your functional strengths, not the
employers for which you have worked. This type
of resume works well when you want to show employers
what you have done and not who you have worked
for. <br />
<strong>Hybrid Resume:<br />
</strong>The hybrid resume combines the chronological
and functional resumes' approaches.<br />
<strong>Executive Resume:<br />
</strong>Candidates or managers with extensive
work experience have an advantage over candidates
with shorter work experience. To increase their
chances of hearing from a potential employer, candidates
with extensive work experience should create a
resume which targets each opportunity.<br />
<strong>Plain Text Resume:<br />
</strong>Many corporate e-mail systems are sensitive
to attached documents for fears of downloading
a virus. To maximize your chances of having your
resume read, you should paste your resume into
the body of your e-mail message; this will increase
your chances of having it read by HR professionals
and hiring managers.<br />
<strong>Contractor Resume:<br />
</strong>Professionals who do contract work face
a unique resume challenge: displaying their experience
without looking like a job hopper. By using a Functional
Resume approach, you will ensure that potential
employers will see your commitment to professionalism.<br />
<strong>Longer Executive Resume:<br />
</strong>Resumes for senior executives will be
two pages minimally and include comprehensive information.
Such candidates have too many employers, accomplishments,
or skill, to cram into just two pages. For these
individuals, the longer executive resume will be
appropriate.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01928293315198105526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7698852316821189293.post-25550496286854047382012-09-27T05:44:00.004-07:002012-09-27T05:44:35.546-07:00Sample Resume<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable"><tbody>
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<b><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Karl R. Moody </span></b></div>
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1295 Elmwood Avenue</div>
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Tempe, AZ 85283<br />
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(480) 838 6647<div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;">
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<b>Handyman</b></div>
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General Home
Repairs – Plumbing – Landscaping – Painting</div>
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Hardworking
professional with expertise in home maintenance and general repair
skills. Superb ability to troubleshoot, solve problems, and understand
complicated technical instructions. Able to understand client needs and
complete tasks efficiently.</div>
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<b><span style="text-transform: uppercase;">Summary</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 9pt;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span>Able
to oversee all types of general maintenance such as: brush painting,
wallpapering, dry wall construction, landscaping, roof repair,
waterproofing, exterior downspouts, drain clogging, furniture
refinishing, electrical, appliance installation and plumbing.</div>
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<b><span style="text-transform: uppercase;">WORK EXPERIENCE</span></b></div>
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<b>MRT Work Crewmember</b></div>
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2002 – 2004</div>
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Helped
work crews to maintain office and industrial areas. Led projects from
concept to final product. Key crewmember in transforming a warehouse
into an office space.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 9pt;">·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span>Researched building materials to save the company over 20%.</div>
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<b>Carpenter</b></div>
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1999 – 2002</div>
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Custom Cabinetry Solutions</div>
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Help design custom cabinets for new and retrofitted construction projects. Also created <nobr><a class="FAtxtL" href="http://www.esampleresume.com/Handyman.htm#" id="FALINK_3_0_2">custom doors</a></nobr>, mantels, and staircases. <br />
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all power and hand tools for woodworking shop. <br />
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<b>Laborer</b></div>
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1996 – 1999</div>
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Stable Home Repair</div>
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Performed maintenance and landscaping solutions such as: carpentry, window installations, appliance installation, and painting.</div>
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<b>Home Repair Techniques </b>(Certificate)</div>
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2004</div>
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Central Arizona <nobr><a class="FAtxtL" href="http://www.esampleresume.com/Handyman.htm#" id="FALINK_1_0_0">Vocational School</a></nobr></div>
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Two-year certificate program teaching home
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Valley High School (Diploma)</div>
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1995</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01928293315198105526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7698852316821189293.post-67761876383160020422012-09-27T05:42:00.003-07:002012-09-27T05:42:57.285-07:00How to Format Your ResumeUse the following information to format your resume. Generate a list of
information to include on your resume, then compile the details to
format your resume into a customized resume to send to employers.
<br />
Also review <a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/sampleresumes/a/sampleresume2.htm">sample resumes</a> and a <a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/sampleresumes/a/resumetemplat2.htm">resume template</a> you can use to create a resume.<br />
<h3>
Resume Format</h3>
<b><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumewriting/a/resumecontact.htm">Your Contact Information</a></b><br />
First Last Name<br />
Street Address<br />
City, State, Zip <br />
Phone (Cell/Home)<br />
Email Address<br />
<br />
<b>
<a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/sampleresumes/a/sampleobjective.htm">Objective</a> (optional)</b><br />
What do you want to do? If you include this section it should be a
sentence or two about your employment goals. A customized objective that
describes why you are the perfect candidate for the job can help your
resume stand out from the competition.
<br />
<b>
<a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumewriting/a/resume-career-summary-section.htm">Career Summary / Highlights</a> (optional)</b><br />
A customized section of your resume that lists key achievements, skills,
traits, and experience relevant to the position for which you are
applying can serve dual purposes. It highlights your relevant experience
and lets the prospective employer know that you have taken the time to
create a resume that shows how you are qualified for the job.
<br />
<b><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumewriting/a/resume-experience-section.htm">Experience</a></b><br />
This section of your resume includes your work history. List the
companies you worked for, dates of employment, the positions you held
and a bulleted list of responsibilities and achievements.
<br />
<b>
Company #1</b><br />
City, State<br />
Dates Worked<br />
<b>
Job Title</b><br />
<br />
<ul>
<li>
Responsibilities / Achievements<br />
</li>
<li>Responsibilities / Achievements</li>
</ul>
<b>
Company #2</b><br />
City, StateAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01928293315198105526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7698852316821189293.post-16063637007931235002012-09-27T05:41:00.002-07:002012-09-27T05:41:57.932-07:00Tailor Your Resume ObjectiveSome job seekers choose to include an objective on their resume, rather
than including it in the body of their cover letter. It's optional, but
including a resume objective can convince employers that you know what
you want and are familiar with the job, the industry, and the company.
<br />
If you include an objective on your resume, it's important to tailor the
resume objective to match the job you are applying for. The more
specific you are, the better chance you have of being considered for the
job you are interested in.
<br />
<b><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/sampleresumes/a/sampleobjective.htm">Resume Objectives</a></b><br />
Writing resume objectives and resume objective samples to review.
<br />
<b><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/u/ua/sampleresumes/sampleresumeobjectives.htm">More Resume Objective Examples</a></b><br />
Review more resume objective statement examples shared by site visitors
and, if you have a great resume objective to share, add a sample resume
objective to the list.
<br />
<b><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumetips/">Resume Tips</a></b><br />
More resume tips and advice for writing a perfect resume, plus resume
tips for online job applications, resume formatting, resume styles,
choosing a resume writer, and tips for writing resumes that secure an
interview.
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<b><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/sampleresumes/a/sampleresume2.htm">Resume Examples</a></b><br />
Before you start work on your resume, review free resume samples that
fit a variety of employment situations. These resumes examples and
templates provide job seekers with examples of resume formats that will
work for almost every job seeker.
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01928293315198105526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7698852316821189293.post-56459139260928779522012-09-27T05:40:00.001-07:002012-09-27T05:40:29.905-07:00Resume Formatting Guidelines By Alison Doyle, About.com GuideHow you format <br />
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<nobr><a class="FAtxtL" href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resume-format/a/resume-formatting-guidelines.htm#" id="FALINK_2_0_2">your resume</a></nobr>
is important for several reasons. First of all, your resume needs to
make a strong visual impression on the reader. Secondly, your resume
may first be read by software rather than a person, so it needs to be in
a format that will easily upload, but still retain it's visual
appearance without the text or font getting garbled.
Finally, in some cases you will still need to deliver a paper resume -
at a career or job fair or to a connection who is helping your job
search. In all cases, your resume needs to make the best possible
impression on the reader and how your resume is formatted is as
important as the words that describe your employment history.
<br />
Margins, spacing, font size and style, and the other elements of resume
formatting are all important when creating resumes that are professional
and engaging. Here are guidelines for writing resumes that will work
to showcase your skills and qualifications to potential employers.<br />
<br />
<b><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resume-format/qt/resume-font.htm">Resume Font Size and Type</a></b> <br />
Guidelines for choosing a resume font size.
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<a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resume-format/qt/resume-text.htm"><b>Resume Text</b></a><br />
Advice on formatting the text of your resume, including margins, section headings, and readability.
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<b><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resume-format/qt/resume-margins.htm">Resume Margins</a></b><br />
Resume margin guidelines, including standard resume margins, text alignment, and how to reduce margins if you need extra space.
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<b><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resume-format/qt/resume-space.htm">Resume Spacing</a></b><br />
Resume spacing guidelines including how to space margins, paragraphs, and each section of your resume.
<br />
<b><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumewriting/tp/resume-sections.htm">Sections of Your Resume</a></b><br />
Here's information on what to include in each section of your resume,
including contact information, experience, education, skills, objective
and career summary (if you use them), as well as advice on adding
keywords to your resume so it gets picked up by recruiting management
software.
<br />
<b>How to Format the Sections of Your Resume</b><br />
When you write a resume you can either write your descriptions in
paragraphs or use a bulleted list, here's information on both options:
<br />
<ul>
<li><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resume-format/qt/resume-paragraphs.htm">Resume Paragraphs</a></li>
<li><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resume-format/qt/resume-bulleted-list.htm">Resume Bulleted List</a></li>
</ul>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01928293315198105526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7698852316821189293.post-78877334972800042592012-09-27T05:35:00.007-07:002012-09-27T05:35:55.859-07:00SkillsInclude skills related to the position / career field that you are applying for i.e. computer skills, language skills.
<br />
<b>References available upon request</b>
There is no need to include references on your resume or even to mention that references are available. Rather, have a separate <a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/referenceletters/a/samplelist.htm">list of references</a> to give to employers upon request.
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<b>Customize Your Resume</b><br />
In all cases, be sure to personalize and customize your resume, so it
reflects your skills and abilities and connects them with the jobs you
are applying for.
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01928293315198105526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7698852316821189293.post-34964329380738022292012-09-27T05:35:00.003-07:002012-09-27T05:35:29.420-07:00Resume Format
<b><a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumewriting/a/resumecontact.htm">Your Contact Information</a></b><br />
First Last Name<br />
Street Address<br />
City, State, Zip <br />
Phone (Cell/Home)<br />
Email Address<br />
<br />
<b>
<a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/sampleresumes/a/sampleobjective.htm">Objective</a> (optional)</b><br />
What do you want to do? If you include this section it should be a
sentence or two about your employment goals. A customized objective that
describes why you are the perfect candidate for the job can help your
resume stand out from the competition.
<br />
<b>
<a href="http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumewriting/a/resume-career-summary-section.htm">Career Summary / Highlights</a> (optional)</b><br />
A customized section of your resume that lists key achievements, skills,
traits, and experience relevant to the position for which you are
applying can serve dual purposes. It highlights your relevant experience
and lets the prospective employer know that you have taken the time to
create a resume that shows how you are qualified for the joAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01928293315198105526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7698852316821189293.post-61437408443238804152012-09-27T05:34:00.003-07:002012-09-27T05:34:52.961-07:00ExperienceThis section of your resume includes your work history. List the
companies you worked for, dates of employment, the positions you held
and a bulleted list of responsibilities and achievements.
<br />
<b>
Company #1</b><br />
City, State<br />
Dates Worked<br />
<b>
Job Title</b><br />
<br />
<ul>
<li>
Responsibilities / Achievements<br />
</li>
<li>Responsibilities / Achievements</li>
</ul>
<b>
Company #2</b><br />
City, State<br />
Dates WorkedAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01928293315198105526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7698852316821189293.post-71259598866744136762012-09-27T05:29:00.000-07:002012-09-27T05:29:10.421-07:00Resume Checklist<ul>
<li><b>Contact Information</b>
<br />
First Last Name<br />
Street Address<br />
City, State, Zip <br />
Phone (Cell/Home)<br />
Email Address<br />
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li> <b>Experience</b><br />
This section of your resume includes your work history. List the
companies you worked for, dates of employment, the positions you held
and a bulleted list of responsibilities and achievements.
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li> <b>Education</b><br />
In the education section of your resume, list the colleges you attended,
the degrees you attained, and any special awards and honors you earned.
</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><b>Skills</b><br />
Include skills related to the position / career field that you are applying for i.e. computer skills, language skills.
</li>
</ul>
<b>Professional Membership</b>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01928293315198105526noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7698852316821189293.post-46939579188711312462012-09-27T05:28:00.001-07:002012-09-27T05:28:26.780-07:00Professional (and Unprofessional) ResumesI've seen resumes that are riddled with typos. I've seen resumes that
are inconsistent - bullets in some places, dashes in others, bold in
some headings, plain text in others. One of the worst examples of a
supposedly professional resume was a resume on bright green neon paper.
That one was sent via FedEx, so I would be sure to notice it. Your
resume, to be effective, needs to be consistent, concise, and clear and
easy to read.
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