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Write a Resume
Steps
- Tailor your resume to the position you're applying for. You may end up
with many different versions of your resume, each one emphasizing a different set
of skills.
- Write a cover letter that is short, sweet and to the point. If at all
possible, do not write more than a page-long cover letter. Try and remember that
the person reading it is probably looking at hundreds of resumes.
- Address logical questions in your cover letter. If you're applying for
a position in California but your resume has a New York address, explain why.
If you don't, the reader will probably trash the resume (unless the company is
ready and willing to pay for a relocation package).
- State your objective. Again, keep this short and to the point.
Personalize it to the position. Make sure your objective doesn't contradict the
position you are applying for.
- Mind the look and feel of your resume. It should have clean lines and
be easy to read. Make it 1-2 pages max - if you have more to share, save it for
the interview. The font should be 8-12, no smaller, no bigger. Black and white is
best, but occasional color is okay if not overdone.
- Keep the format neat and organized. Include relevant information only.
Don't list every little job you've ever held if it isn't relevant. Decide between
listing by experience or chronologically (use whichever one works best for your
resume).
- Include an address, phone number and email address. But, do not include
an email that shows you shouldn't be taken seriously, like beerandboys@email.com.
Don't use your current employer's name, number or email, either. If necessary, get
an extra email address with a professional name that you can use for job searches.
- Proofread, proofread and proofread again. Have a friend proofread. Have
an enemy proofread. Have a stranger proofread. Then proof again! Don't boast about
verbal communication skills with a typo. (Example: I possess excellent
communication (verbal and written) skills (has received A grade in my MBA in bot
communication and public speaking).) Don't let this be you!
- Toot your own horn, but be careful. There is a fine line between
arrogance and confidence. Try not to cross that line.
- Follow directions. This is a huge indicator of responsibility to a
hiring manager. If the ad says "no calls please," then don't call! If the job
description asks you to provide your salary history, then include that information
in your resume.
Tips
- You might not need to list your whole name if it takes up two full
lines (James Michael Allan Hoffman III; James Hoffman is fine or even Jim Hoffman
if that's' the way you like to be addressed.
- Don't over qualify yourself for a position. Give enough information for
interest and save the "wow" factor for the interview. Write the resume for the
position you are applying for without altering the truth.
- Don't attach 6 letters of recommendation, your diploma, your birth
certificate, and your CPR and fitness certifications. Indicate your current
certifications and note that references are available upon request.
- Although in some cultures, it's customary to list your age, marital
status, and family status, it isn't common in the United States. If you think age
is important, you can allude to it with the year you graduated college or high
school. Otherwise, these dates aren't necessary.
- In some countries (like Germany) you have to include a photograph with
your application. In others, like the US and Canada, including a photo will
immediately disqualify you. This just goes to show how important it is to research
the local culture if you apply for a job in another country.
- Put your educational details in before your employment details, with
the most recent first on both of them.
- Detail your duties within each position but don't go overboard.
- Highlight your expertise in software programming and/or any other
particular skills that will impress the interviewer.
- Listing personal hobbies is optional, but make sure they are sending
the right impression. In other words, you might want to mention your stamp collection
if you're applying for a job at a delivery company, but don't include Monday night
football at Hooters.
- Be careful about listing volunteer activities. When you start listing
things that tie you to political and other emotionally charged organizations, you
might get put in a bucket of preconceived notions. It's not right, but everyone
has biases and it is better to avoid them if possible.
Warnings
- If you follow these instructions, you will almost certainly snag your
dream job. Consider yourself warned!
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