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The Perfect Resume: A Guide to Creating an Effective and Professional Document

Learn how to create a well-prepared and organized resume that effectively showcases your education and work experience. This guide provides tips on presentation, format, grammar, and including relevant personal information.

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The Perfect Resume: A Guide to Creating an Effective and Professional Document

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  1. THE RESUMÉ • The resumé is not a job application but is a chronological description of your education and experience. • The resumé must: • be well prepared and logically organized. In other words it must be easy to read. • Be impeccable in its presentation; and • the facts it includes must be true and precise. Level Four 406.02a OHP #1

  2. THE COMPONENTS OF A RESUMÉ • . Personal Identification • Name and given name; • Address; • Phone number; • Social Insurance No. (optional); • Date of birth; • Social status (single, married, etc); • Nationality Level Four 406.02a OHP #2

  3. THE COMPONENTS OF A RESUMÉ • . Education & Work Experience • Describe your education in reverse chronological order, beginning with last diploma received; • All schools attended and currently attending; • A short description of all jobs and positions held in the past, including any employment at a summer training centre. • Everything that you have done, even the smallest jobs should be included. Level Four 406.02a OHP #3

  4. THE COMPONENTS OF A RESUMÉ • . Personal Information • How do you spend your spare time? Are you involved in any sports, social activities or cultural pursuits? • Are there any awards that you have won in school, cadets or elsewhere. Do not hesitate to mention them. Level Four 406.02a OHP #4

  5. THE COMPONENTS OF A RESUMÉ • . References • You do not need to have references, but it will not hurt to have the support of two or three people who could attest to your qualifications and experience. • These people should provide a letter of reference if needed, or at least be able to answer a few questions about you. • Make sure you have the permission of these people before using them as references. Level Four 406.02a OHP #5

  6. PRESENTATION OF YOUR RESUMÉ • Should not be more than three pages; • Should be easy to read; • Your writing style should be dynamic and precise, and free of lengthy sentences. • It must be printed on 81/2 x 11 white or slightly coloured paper, on one side only. • Make sure your grammar is perfect; • Avoid abbreviations or acronyms. Write the titles or positions in full. Level Four 406.02a OHP #6

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