I haven't written a resume since 2000, can someone help me out

[sniffa]

ie: I'm going through the templates that Google gave me, but which one is the better one to use?

Is there an accepted format these days? :shrug:

This is for the time being, for application to a certificate program (yes, I'm going back to skool) but I'll probably send it out to other companies too.

[sniffa]

1. Or better yet

Is there someone I can pay to do it? :think:

[kedrys]

2. Monster has a good resume writing service

It's not cheap, but if you've been out of the circuit for a while, it's worth it.

[sniffa]

3. Thanks

I'll check them out. :hi:

[Deep13]

8. Short answer: no.

Only you know the real significance of your experience. Only you will know how to package that in the most appealing form possible.

[RebelOne]

4. Don't go over 2 pages. Employers don't like to plow through

multiple pages of resumes. Keep it short. I used to write resumes. That was many years ago, but that is one fact that I remember.

[Deep13]

6. I would say reduce that by half.

One page only.

[Dora]

11. Two is good if the experience warrants it.

One-page resumes are for recent college graduates with limited work experience. Anybody who has worked in a series of positions with increasing responsibilities will benefit by using a two-page resume.

[Deep13]

5. Screw that. Get Knock 'Em Dead by Martin Yates.

Also his companion books, Cover Letters that Knock 'Em Dead and Resumes that K.E.D. He updates his stuff regularly and is probably the most knowledgeable authority ont he subject.

[Midlodemocrat]

7. I'll help you, you goofball. PM me.

[LanternWaste]

9. A few hints (I have to sift through resumes more often than not)

1. Do not allow your resume to cover more than one page.

2. Include a one-page cover letter with a handwritten signature at the bottom (use "Respectfully John Doe" as your closer).

3. Use a simple sans-serif type style-- Arial, Helvetica, Humanist521, etc. Stick only to text-- do not ever use graphics for any reason (if graphics are part of your bag, a portfolio will be necessary, but not at this time)

4. Avoid the Curricula Vitae template if possible and use the Chronological format.

5. DO NOT EVER try to be cute or clever.

6. The more matter of fact your resume is, the greater the odds of getting taken seriously-- avoid use of descriptive adjectives in describing former job/job duties whenever possible to keep it as objective as possible.

Good luck!!!!

[sniffa]

10. Thanks

I ripped off a quickie resume using the "Modern" template, as I just needed something to send in with my application.

If this were for a job, I'd spend a lot more time on it. :)

[Blue_Tires]

12. Rabrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr is a great critical expert

helped me out a couple of times in the past, and probably will again soon...ask him

[Mutley]

13. This is the general format I use

Name
Address * Phone Number * Email

Objective
(If necessary)

Education
(Unless you want to de-emphasize your education)

Work History
Company
Position
Dates worked
Duties




Format for asthetic purposes -- whatever you think looks good, but not too much white space. You may want to emphasize your work experience or your education. You can also use experience in one area if that is the type of job you are trying to get, and leave out experience in other areas.


Does all this make sense? :D

[tekisui]

14. No more than One Page of Experience, Education, etc.

Tailor it to the specific job. In resumes, less is more. Don't put anything unnecessary or something that distracts from the skills you are promoting.

You can always send a cover letter to add more personal info.