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Writing An Effective Resume
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What information should be in a resume?
Characteristics of a successful resume.
Functional or Chronological.
Writing an effective resume
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What information should be in a resume?
Identify Yourself Education Continuing Education Work or Professional
Experience Volunteer Experience Activities Computer Skills Professional Associations
Optional Sections Qualifications Summary
Keywords Career Objective Special Skills and Abilities
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Focus on skills. Use action words to define the responsibilities of
your job-related experience. Customized for a particular job. Easy to read and understand. One page, or at most 2 pages long. Language is grammatically correct. Spelling has been checked.
Characteristics of a successful resume
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No Heading Must have contact information Professional Email
No Typos and Grammar Slips Accomplishments:” Completed 11 years of high school.” As a member of are team. Do not use the word “I”,
except maybe in the Career Objective section or in the Cover Letter
Inconsistent 1/2010 vs. January 2010 vs Jan 13 Accounts Payable vs. Accounts receivable Data lined up
Lacking Visual Appeal Have white space Professional font – not too small
Resume faux pax
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Must always be truthful and accurate.
Emphasize Achievements.
Relevant information.
Characteristics of a Successful Resume
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Doesn’t go in chronological order. Based upon competencies or skills. Used for career changers or those with
unconventional work histories (or executives). Might say “Sales Experience” then list it. Typically brief with a simple list of positions
held, etc. De-emphasizes importance of specific jobs.
Drawbacks to this system (not as popular).
Functional Resumes
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Bullet points when possible for accomplishments.
Quantify your results whenever you can.
Use Action Verbs
Basic Checklist
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