Resume

What is a RESUME….A RESUME is a brief,written summary of our

qualification,skills,knowledge &education.The goal of resume is to motivate an employer to interview us.Primarily, a good resume must meet the employers needs & our needs..

Remember the above in mind….

remember too..

there is no one right way to write a resume..

There are no hard,fast rules for specific styles,format &content..

but try to..Cite number &specifics whenever possible.Write the way we speak.Be honest.Avoid personal pronouns.Make it visually pleasing-margins,bullets etcUse good quality bonded paper.Review final draft with a friend or counselor.

What our resume should cover

What our resume should coverType of position we are seeking.Education.Position held,when &where.Scope of responsibilities for each position

held.What we can offer an employer(may include in

the covering letter)Our knowledge,skills,qualification &talents.Accomplishments.Background training(As relevant &keep brief).

Resume FormatsThe format we choose should be one which

best highlights our work strengths,unique qualifications &skills….

Chronological

Chronological-Traditional format,described in chronological

order. Suitable for those who have gained extensive

experience related to career objective.Not good if experience is spotty or a

changing carrer fields.

FunctionalFunctional

Functional-Experience &skills are arranged&described

in major skills and knowledge areas.Accomplishments &transferable skills should

be highlighted.Advantage-organize our resume that support

our objective &focuses on capabilities we may have for a specific job.

TargetedThis resume is highly focused &lists, abilities&

accomplishments directed to specific job objectives.

Creative

Creative-Most effective for people interested in a

career in art,theatre,media or writing. To be used only when creative &individuality

is related to the job targetMust be extremely well done.

Key element of a good resumeIdentityCarrer ObjectiveEducationQualifications SummaryPrevious ExperienceRelated ExperienceProfessional Associations,Membership or

Activities(optional)References

COVER LETTERSCover letters are extremely important.Whenever

our resume is sent by mail,a cover letter should go along with it.It needs to:

Address someone in authorityTell how we became attached to this

particular companyDemonstrate that we’ve done some

“homework” on the company.Convey our enthusiasm &commitment(even

passion!) for this line of work.

Balance professionalism with personal warmth &friendliness.

Identify at least one thing about us that is unique-Why should u!

Be appropriate to the field we are exploring.Outline specifically what you are asking &

offering.Point directly to the next step..Remain as brief &focused as possible.