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Give your Resume a KISS. K. KEEP. I. IT. S. SHORT AND. S. SIMPLE. A RESUME SAYS:. Who you are What position you want What kind of skills and qualifications you have What kind of work experience you have What you can offer the company What sets you apart from the others.
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K KEEP I IT S SHORT AND S SIMPLE
A RESUME SAYS: • Who you are • What position you want • What kind of skills and qualifications you have • What kind of work experience you have • What you can offer the company • What sets you apart from the others
5 Types of Resumes • Chronological Resume • Functional Resume • Combination Resume • Electronic Resume • Scannable Resume
Chronological Resume • Most common resume style • Demonstrates a consistent employment record • Showcases your work experience • Demonstrates upward mobility in your employment history
Functional Resume • Focuses on past job responsibilities • Highlights your skills while employment dates are less prominent • Showcases your skills and capabilities • Great for recent graduates
Combination Resume • Create a customized resume specifically for an employer • Combines elements of the chronological and functional formats • Use this format if you know the exact requirements and skills that the job requires
Electronic Resume • Use for e-mail or to post on career-related Web sites • Use formatting specifications provided by employer or web site • Use keywords to describe your employment history and skills • Be sure to have access to your own e-mail account
Scannable Resume • Companies use applicant tracking software which utilizes keywords to describe the job’s requirements and skills • Use white paper with black ink • Use a standard font • Don’t fold or staple the resume • Avoid abbreviations
Double space between sections Single space within sections Bold, underline or capitalize section heading so they stand out Use bullets or an asterisk at the beginning of a list Proofread for spelling and grammar Print on quality white paper Resume Appearance
Resume Appearance • Limit your resume to one page • Keep sentences brief, under 12 words • Be positive and enthusiastic • Don’t list personal references • Use standard 8.5” by 11” paper • Avoid artwork or photos
Resources in the Career Center • WinWay resume Software helps you create a winning resume • Many reference books to provide guidance and examples • Friendly personnel to assist you