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OVERVIEW OF SITE CONTENT: MAIN IDEAS. By Alexander Chkliar , Andrew Corsillo , Bi Min Huang, Bao Tran and Stefanie Dahan. http://www.howtowritearesume.site88.net/index2.html. Resume E lements. Main Heading: Make sure your name stands out.
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OVERVIEW OF SITE CONTENT: MAIN IDEAS By Alexander Chkliar, Andrew Corsillo, Bi Min Huang, Bao Tran and Stefanie Dahan http://www.howtowritearesume.site88.net/index2.html
Resume Elements • Main Heading: Make sure your name stands out. • Career objective: Convey that the prospective position is aligned with your interests. • Summary of Qualifications: Outline any relevant qualifications or accomplishments. • Education: Show how far you have gotten through school and list any degrees.
Resume Elements (continued) • Work experience/ Employment history: List the most relevant work experience. • Capacities and Skills: List any relevant skills you have acquired. • Awards, Honours, and Activities: Be sure to include this section—if applicable—to stand out. • References: Only include this section if necessary.
Resume Styles • Chronological: Use this style if you have years of relevant work experience. • Functional: Implement this style if you have limited work experience. • Combination: Can be used under varying circumstances; consult our website.
Types of Resumes • Traditional, print-based resume: Although seemingly trivial, the paper you use can make a difference. • Scannableresume: Implement key words and adequate formatting. • Online resume (email): Send it in the appropriate format: • E-porfolio: Create one to reach more employers.
Most Common Mistakes on Resumes • Lack of focus • Listen duties and not accomplishments • Wrong order of resume items • Unnecessary information • Important skills not emphasized • Weak format • Standard Templates • Absence of keywords • Reference in the Resume • Insufficient Technical Testing Source: http://www.jobseekersadvice.com/forum2/showthread.php?t=4664
Ethical Missteps • Inflated education, grades or honors • Enhanced job titles • “Puffed” accomplishments • Altered employments dates Simply put, do not lie on your resume.
Final touches • Polishing: Small details can make a big difference. • Proofreading: A single spelling mistake can bring your resume to the “rejected” pile. • Submitting: Find out how the employer wants you to submit your resume.
Cover Letter • Your resume should always come with a cover letter. • Introduce your message. • Sell your strengths in the body. • Request an interview in the closing. • Avoid using the first person.