I need help writing a resumè.
kris
03-11-2002, 11:15 PM
Well, just like the topic says. I have never been shown a good way to build a resumè. I have looked around online, and I still dont get the hang of it. Does anyone want to help? :D
Gonthrax
03-11-2002, 11:20 PM
Start out with an outline somthing like this. (Move around the sequence if you want, this is just to give you the basic idea)
1. Yourself.
A. Interests
B.Asperations
2. Qualifications
A. Schooling
B. Certification
C. Other (Letters of recomendation that sort of thing
3. Past work experience
A. Experience relivent to desired job
B. Non Relivent experence
Then just go through and jot down what you are going to put under each group, then expand each point so you get a few paragraphs out of each number. After that just go through and brush it up so it reads easily and not like a checklist :) Hope that helps :D
1. Yourself.
A. Interests
B.Asperations
2. Qualifications
A. Schooling
B. Certification
C. Other (Letters of recomendation that sort of thing
3. Past work experience
A. Experience relivent to desired job
B. Non Relivent experence
Then just go through and jot down what you are going to put under each group, then expand each point so you get a few paragraphs out of each number. After that just go through and brush it up so it reads easily and not like a checklist :) Hope that helps :D
Neutrino
03-11-2002, 11:38 PM
If you have microsoft word use the templates.
kris
03-11-2002, 11:59 PM
Originally posted by Neutrino
If you have microsoft word use the templates.
See, I have that, I have looked at them. So I know the formats. It's just my writing skills when it comes to something like thi, sucks. :(
If you have microsoft word use the templates.
See, I have that, I have looked at them. So I know the formats. It's just my writing skills when it comes to something like thi, sucks. :(
Polygon
03-12-2002, 12:36 AM
If you want I could post mine. I took a class on how to write resumes.
Oz
03-12-2002, 04:26 AM
It's all in the interview. Write a basic 3-7 page resume then practice for the interview.
dejoux
03-12-2002, 04:45 AM
I havnt been in a situation where Ive needed a CV for a job yet but ive been told lots about them.
The CV is to get the interview not the job. Dont put too much in, make it so they want to find out more
The CV is to get the interview not the job. Dont put too much in, make it so they want to find out more
CraigFL
03-12-2002, 08:30 AM
When I read a resume, one of the first things I want to see is the person's accomplishments. Anyone can go to school for training, anyone can show up for a job--- but what did you do or what do you do that makes you special and better than anyone else for the position.
Remember, you need to attract the attention of the person reading your resume. For the last job I posted on monster.com, I received over 150 resumes. Needless to say, I didn't read every one completely. I looked for key things that caught my attention. Your resume should be tailored for each individual response to a job offer easy to do with word processors. A goal is important as long as it isn't too lofty or unrealistic. "I want to work my way up to the president of the company" may be realistic to you but to the person who reads your resume the fist time, it isn't. Consider what may be the next logical step for this position (managing your peers or teamleader) or state that you want to learn this position as well as how it interfaces with the surrounding positions so the company can decide what the next best step is.
Some personal data is nice but we really don't want to know you were the spelling bee champion in 5th grade. Focus on more recent personal interests to show that you can function outside of work.
Lastly, do include any education formal or otherwise as well as some recent work history. Unless your as old as I am, you should be able to keep it all on one page.
Hope this helps....
Good luck!
Remember, you need to attract the attention of the person reading your resume. For the last job I posted on monster.com, I received over 150 resumes. Needless to say, I didn't read every one completely. I looked for key things that caught my attention. Your resume should be tailored for each individual response to a job offer easy to do with word processors. A goal is important as long as it isn't too lofty or unrealistic. "I want to work my way up to the president of the company" may be realistic to you but to the person who reads your resume the fist time, it isn't. Consider what may be the next logical step for this position (managing your peers or teamleader) or state that you want to learn this position as well as how it interfaces with the surrounding positions so the company can decide what the next best step is.
Some personal data is nice but we really don't want to know you were the spelling bee champion in 5th grade. Focus on more recent personal interests to show that you can function outside of work.
Lastly, do include any education formal or otherwise as well as some recent work history. Unless your as old as I am, you should be able to keep it all on one page.
Hope this helps....
Good luck!
DVSNCYNIKL
03-12-2002, 10:12 AM
I hope this helps you Kris. This is my resume. You can get an idea off of it.
The first part is the cover letter.
I am an experienced management professional with talents in the areas of analysis and problem solving. With my strong desire for a challenging management position, I can be a committed asset to your business. I possess leadership abilities and intensive focus that will insure getting the job done.
My accomplishments consist of supervising multiple projects in a timely and efficient manner. I’m recognized for my ability to assess any situation, identify problems and devise corrective actions.
Some of the benefits I will bring to your company today includes:
Associate Degree in Computer Management
Associate Degree in Engineering
Proven marketing and management background
Excellent time management capabilities
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
I look forward to speaking to you about your company’s interests. If there is an available position, I am accessible for a personal interview at your convenience.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
This next section is the resume:
[I]Product Marketing Information Services Telecommunications
A highly skilled and motivated professional with demonstrated capability in marketing and project management.
Summary of Qualifications:
Expertise in marketing analysis and business development
Extensive experience providing project supervision
A unique ability to comprehend, define, communicate and fulfill project concepts quickly
Successful record of leading teams through complex issues
Capable of supervising multiple tasks from conception to completion on time and within budget
Willing to take on additional responsibilities to insure the completion of any task
Bilingual
EDUCATION:
************* Institute 1995 - 1998
***** *****, New York
A.O.S. in Computer Management
******* Of *********** 1991 – 1995
********, New York
A.A.S. in Engineering
Member of SAE (Society of Automative Engineers)
EXPERIENCE:
*********** 1998 – Present
**** ********, New York
A division of ********* ********, a leading e-information and solutions business with annual revenues of US $6 billion.
Research Analyst
Provided key operations support for company’s quarterly report.
Supervised employees in maintaining high quality of service standards.
Responsible for maintenance of processing instruments, as well as labor management.
Vital in training new staff in policies and procedures.
Research Assistant
Extensive preparation of investment management questionnaires and studies.
Processed error statements for review and resubmission.
Supervised special projects.
Group Leader
Gained extensive experience in customer service.
Opened new accounts.
Updated my knowledge and the nature of the business.
Resume – Page 2
EXPERIENCE (continued)
******* ******* *****, Inc. 1996 – 1998
***** ******, New York
The leading managed care organization in the New York metropolitan area
Employer Services Associate
Handled emergency medical issues that required extensive research.
Reconciled account by examining financial accounts between the company and outside firms.
Assigned numerous projects to organize.
Associate
Processing enrollment forms for the company
Ensured accounts were credited.
******* ********** 1993 – 1996
*********, New York
Retailer of jewelry and fine products generates a $81.3 million revenue
Warehouse Associate/Supervisor
In charge of organizing and supervising the night operations of the store.
Responsible for inventory management, ordering and stocking.
Reviewed and processed orders from the sales floor.
COMPUTERS:
Operating Systems
Windows 2000/ NT / 98 / 95, MS-DOS
Software Applications Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook), WordPerfect, Access, Internet applications
Programming AS400, Cobol, C++, Visual Basic, Computer Aided Drafting.
Support and Training Trained co-workers on PC usage and provided troubleshooting and support.
REFERENCES:
This is basically what my resume looks like. Really you just want to have the main points out there. Hope it helps you.
The first part is the cover letter.
I am an experienced management professional with talents in the areas of analysis and problem solving. With my strong desire for a challenging management position, I can be a committed asset to your business. I possess leadership abilities and intensive focus that will insure getting the job done.
My accomplishments consist of supervising multiple projects in a timely and efficient manner. I’m recognized for my ability to assess any situation, identify problems and devise corrective actions.
Some of the benefits I will bring to your company today includes:
Associate Degree in Computer Management
Associate Degree in Engineering
Proven marketing and management background
Excellent time management capabilities
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
I look forward to speaking to you about your company’s interests. If there is an available position, I am accessible for a personal interview at your convenience.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
This next section is the resume:
[I]Product Marketing Information Services Telecommunications
A highly skilled and motivated professional with demonstrated capability in marketing and project management.
Summary of Qualifications:
Expertise in marketing analysis and business development
Extensive experience providing project supervision
A unique ability to comprehend, define, communicate and fulfill project concepts quickly
Successful record of leading teams through complex issues
Capable of supervising multiple tasks from conception to completion on time and within budget
Willing to take on additional responsibilities to insure the completion of any task
Bilingual
EDUCATION:
************* Institute 1995 - 1998
***** *****, New York
A.O.S. in Computer Management
******* Of *********** 1991 – 1995
********, New York
A.A.S. in Engineering
Member of SAE (Society of Automative Engineers)
EXPERIENCE:
*********** 1998 – Present
**** ********, New York
A division of ********* ********, a leading e-information and solutions business with annual revenues of US $6 billion.
Research Analyst
Provided key operations support for company’s quarterly report.
Supervised employees in maintaining high quality of service standards.
Responsible for maintenance of processing instruments, as well as labor management.
Vital in training new staff in policies and procedures.
Research Assistant
Extensive preparation of investment management questionnaires and studies.
Processed error statements for review and resubmission.
Supervised special projects.
Group Leader
Gained extensive experience in customer service.
Opened new accounts.
Updated my knowledge and the nature of the business.
Resume – Page 2
EXPERIENCE (continued)
******* ******* *****, Inc. 1996 – 1998
***** ******, New York
The leading managed care organization in the New York metropolitan area
Employer Services Associate
Handled emergency medical issues that required extensive research.
Reconciled account by examining financial accounts between the company and outside firms.
Assigned numerous projects to organize.
Associate
Processing enrollment forms for the company
Ensured accounts were credited.
******* ********** 1993 – 1996
*********, New York
Retailer of jewelry and fine products generates a $81.3 million revenue
Warehouse Associate/Supervisor
In charge of organizing and supervising the night operations of the store.
Responsible for inventory management, ordering and stocking.
Reviewed and processed orders from the sales floor.
COMPUTERS:
Operating Systems
Windows 2000/ NT / 98 / 95, MS-DOS
Software Applications Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook), WordPerfect, Access, Internet applications
Programming AS400, Cobol, C++, Visual Basic, Computer Aided Drafting.
Support and Training Trained co-workers on PC usage and provided troubleshooting and support.
REFERENCES:
This is basically what my resume looks like. Really you just want to have the main points out there. Hope it helps you.
YogsVR4
03-12-2002, 10:14 AM
As someone who looks over resumes and does interviews, I can tell you that qualifications and work history are the most important thing. I could give a rats ass about the fluffy stuff people put on there Resumes. The interview is the most important place to really bring what you can offer to the company. The resume is just to let them know that you have the qualifications to even talk with you.
kris
03-12-2002, 01:08 PM
Thanks for those that have replied here. I am going to try and sit down and write one this weekend. I will pot it here when I do, and hope you all will give opinions on it. :)
YogsVR4
03-12-2002, 01:20 PM
Originally posted by kbslacker
I will pot it here when I do
Pot? Hot damn! Now you're going to get some responses! Of course you'll want to provide munchies while the review is going on. :)
I will pot it here when I do
Pot? Hot damn! Now you're going to get some responses! Of course you'll want to provide munchies while the review is going on. :)
Polygon
03-12-2002, 01:45 PM
Well here's you another example if you need one.
NAME: Clint Gardner
ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE: (801)
(801)
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Graduated from Lyons High School, Lyons, Colorado. Graduated from The Career Development Center, Longmont Colorado. Received degrees in the Radio and Television, and Engineering Technology departments, completed two years in both.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
10/01 – 1/02 Sento
732 E. Utah Valley Dr.
American Fork, UT 84003
Title: Technical Support
12/00 - 8/01 Computer Connection Inc.
889 North Freedom Blvd, Suite 100
Provo, Utah 84604
Title: Computer Technician
(801)
9/00 - 12/00 Dentrix
727 East Utah Valley Drive, Suite 500
American Fork, Utah 84003
Title: Technical Support
(801)
6/00 - 9/00 Adaptec
1951 South Fordham ST. Longmont, CO
80503
Title: IT/IS Intern
(303)
10/99 - 6/00 BP Amoco
1051 South Hover Road Longmont, CO 80501
Title: Cashier
11/98 - 10/99 Target
551 South Hover Road Longmont, CO 80501
Title: Second Level Manager/Sales Floor
REFERENCES:
Will furnish upon request.
SOFTWARE:
Windows 3.1 & 3.11, 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, Macintosh “any OS,” Office 2000, Microsoft Access, Bryce 3D & 4, Adobe Photoshop 5.0, 6.0, Internet Explorer 5.5, Outlook Express 5.5, Champion, Maya, Troubleshooter, Ghost, Animatek World Builder. Can provide complete list upon request.
JOB EXPERIENCE:
Customer service, Management, Cashier, Data entry 42 WPM, Computer building, troubleshooting, and configuring, Technical support, shipping receiving, stocking.
NAME: Clint Gardner
ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE: (801)
(801)
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Graduated from Lyons High School, Lyons, Colorado. Graduated from The Career Development Center, Longmont Colorado. Received degrees in the Radio and Television, and Engineering Technology departments, completed two years in both.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
10/01 – 1/02 Sento
732 E. Utah Valley Dr.
American Fork, UT 84003
Title: Technical Support
12/00 - 8/01 Computer Connection Inc.
889 North Freedom Blvd, Suite 100
Provo, Utah 84604
Title: Computer Technician
(801)
9/00 - 12/00 Dentrix
727 East Utah Valley Drive, Suite 500
American Fork, Utah 84003
Title: Technical Support
(801)
6/00 - 9/00 Adaptec
1951 South Fordham ST. Longmont, CO
80503
Title: IT/IS Intern
(303)
10/99 - 6/00 BP Amoco
1051 South Hover Road Longmont, CO 80501
Title: Cashier
11/98 - 10/99 Target
551 South Hover Road Longmont, CO 80501
Title: Second Level Manager/Sales Floor
REFERENCES:
Will furnish upon request.
SOFTWARE:
Windows 3.1 & 3.11, 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, Macintosh “any OS,” Office 2000, Microsoft Access, Bryce 3D & 4, Adobe Photoshop 5.0, 6.0, Internet Explorer 5.5, Outlook Express 5.5, Champion, Maya, Troubleshooter, Ghost, Animatek World Builder. Can provide complete list upon request.
JOB EXPERIENCE:
Customer service, Management, Cashier, Data entry 42 WPM, Computer building, troubleshooting, and configuring, Technical support, shipping receiving, stocking.
kris
03-12-2002, 02:50 PM
Originally posted by YogsVR4
Pot? Hot damn! Now you're going to get some responses! Of course you'll want to provide munchies while the review is going on. :)
This keyboard sucks. Some of the keys you need to press hard to work. :D:smoker2:
Pot? Hot damn! Now you're going to get some responses! Of course you'll want to provide munchies while the review is going on. :)
This keyboard sucks. Some of the keys you need to press hard to work. :D:smoker2:
Gonthrax
03-12-2002, 04:45 PM
Originally posted by YogsVR4
Pot? Hot damn! Now you're going to get some responses! Of course you'll want to provide munchies while the review is going on. :)
Rofl, damn you Yogs, making me laugh at work, now people think I'm crazy :D :D :silly:
Pot? Hot damn! Now you're going to get some responses! Of course you'll want to provide munchies while the review is going on. :)
Rofl, damn you Yogs, making me laugh at work, now people think I'm crazy :D :D :silly:
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