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Writing An Effective Resume
What information should be in a resume?
Characteristics of a successful resume.
Functional or Chronological.
Writing an effective resume
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
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
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
Must always be truthful and accurate.
Emphasize Achievements.
Relevant information.
Characteristics of a Successful Resume
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
Bullet points when possible for accomplishments.
Quantify your results whenever you can.
Use Action Verbs
Basic Checklist
Questions & Answers