Self-assessment - What is a resume?
The first steps in writing a resume - Elements of a resume - Resume Do's & Don'ts - Field Research - Writing a cover letter - The interview - Types of interviews - Avoid the pitfalls - Searching for a job
WHAT IS A RESUME?
A resume is a summary of a person's business or professional qualifications, educational background and work experience for a particular position. The purpose of a resume is to market capabilities, qualifications and credentials to potential employers.
There are three basic types of resumes: chronological, functional and combined. A chronological resume lists your work experience in reverse chronological order beginning with your present or most recent position. Include the name and address of the company, the dates of employment, job titles and a description of your responsibilities in order of importance.
A functional resume emphasizes your responsibilities and duties instead of your employers, employment dates and job titles. This format is useful to draw attention away from work areas you do not wish to highlight and is commonly used when changing career fields.
A combined resume is a hybrid of functional and chronological resumes. This format is especially useful for Individuals who have a long work history. It highlights aspects that are most relevant to a desired position as well as summarizing the career history.
You should use a chronological resume unless:
- Your employment history is erratic or extremely long
- You are seeking to change career fields
- You are attempting to return to a previous career occupation
- You posses an unusual combination of skills that you wish to emphasize rather than a linear progression of your career
Self-assessment - What is a resume?
The first steps in writing a resume - Elements of a resume - Resume Do's & Don'ts - Field Research - Writing a cover letter - The interview - Types of interviews - Avoid the pitfalls - Searching for a job
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