Advice For Writing A Strong Resume
The best way to write a resume is to list all of your past jobs, including the company name and what you did there. This will give the person reading your resume an idea of what you have done in the past and help them see why they should hire you. It helps if you can include a picture of yourself as well, which demonstrates you have the appearance and characteristics that make you desirable to employers.
Your resume should be easy to understand despite the fact it may be a lot of information to take in at one time. Use action verbs when possible, as they convey an idea of what your duties were at each job and make for a more interesting read. Do not use any contractions such as "I'll", "em", "or" or "there" on your resume although it is acceptable to use these in spoken language if using them in written form can result in your resume being misinterpreted by readers.
The best way to ensure employers take your resume seriously is to be brief in your description of each job and make sure to include accomplishments as opposed to just stating the duties you performed. You should also use an attractive font and layout, and make sure the formatting is clear and easy for the reader to see. Use a standard font for everything on your resume, so it has a uniform look that makes it easy for people to read.
If possible, you should also list which duties you performed at each job. The more specific you can be with this, the better chance you have of being hired by an employer.
While it is important to list your educational background on your resume, you should not include any details about it. Instead, focus on the classes you have taken that are applicable to the job you are applying for and make sure to note any awards you have received from your classes. Also include any volunteer work you have done and list it underneath whatever job experience you have written about because volunteer work shows employers that you have a sense of responsibility and are willing to give back to your community.
Any hobbies or sports achievements should also be mentioned in this section so as not to distract from what is important but still give the reader a sense of who they may be hiring if they view your resume.
If you have any certifications or licenses, you should include these on your resume as well. Make sure to specify which companies or organizations approved these certifications, so the reader can see that this makes you a viable candidate for the job.
Your resume should be easy to read and understand, while still containing the information employers need to see in order to determine whether or not they should select you for an interview. Remember that your resume is meant to get you an interview and once in that situation, your personality will be able to shine through and give them a sense of who you are as well as what kind of employee you would make.
Make sure you double-check your resume for any errors. Once you are done, have a friend read it to make sure they can understand it as well. If there are any issues, fix them before sending your resume out to anyone else so they will be able to get a good sense of the person you are and the work that you can do to help their company grow.[/ARTICLE END]
Advice For Writing A Strong Resume
By: Kyle Thompson
The best way to write a resume is to list all of your past jobs, including the company name and what you did there. This will give the person reading your resume an idea of what you have done in the past and help them see why they should hire you. It helps if you can include a picture of yourself as well, which demonstrates you have the appearance and characteristics that make you desirable to employers.
Your resume should be easy to understand despite the fact it may be a lot of information to take in at one time. Use action verbs when possible, as they convey an idea of what your duties were at each job and make for a more interesting read. Do not use any contractions such as "I'll", "em", "or" or "there" on your resume although it is acceptable to use these in spoken language if using them in written form can result in your resume being misinterpreted by readers.
The best way to ensure employers take your resume seriously is to be brief in your description of each job and make sure to include accomplishments as opposed to just stating the duties you performed. You should also use an attractive font and layout, and make sure the formatting is clear and easy for the reader to see. Use a standard font for everything on your resume, so it has a uniform look that makes it easy for people to read.
If possible, you should also list which duties you performed at each job. The more specific you can be with this, the better chance you have of being hired by an employer.
While it is important to list your educational background on your resume, you should not include any details about it. Instead, focus on the classes you have taken that are applicable to the job you are applying for and make sure to note any awards you have received from your classes. Also include any volunteer work you have done and list it underneath whatever job experience you have written about because volunteer work shows employers that you have a sense of responsibility and are willing to give back to your community.
Any hobbies or sports achievements should also be mentioned in this section so as not to distract from what is important but still give the reader a sense of who they may be hiring if they view your resume.
If you have any certifications or licenses, you should include these on your resume as well. Make sure to specify which companies or organizations approved these certifications, so the reader can see that this makes you a viable candidate for the job.
Your resume should be easy to read and understand, while still containing the information employers need to see in order to determine whether or not they should select you for an interview. Remember that your resume is meant to get you an interview and once in that situation, your personality will be able to shine through and give them a sense of who you are as well as what kind of employee you would make.
Make sure you double-check your resume for any errors. Once you are done, have a friend read it to make sure they can understand it as well. If there are any issues, fix them before sending your resume out to anyone else so they will be able to get a good sense of the person you are and the work that you can do to help their company grow.
Conclusion
A resume is a way to convey your qualities to potential employers. Writing a perfect resume is not easy, particularly if you are new in the work environment and have not worked in the same job for long. A one-page resume can help you reach the employer, who might have not known that you are looking for a new job.
Writing a strong, simple resume can reduce all the mistakes that may get found by the employer once he or she checks the job details. It will take them only a minute or two to read your resume and decide if they need to call you back for an interview.