Resume Writing

Resume Writing
PURPOSE OF A RESUME
Your resume is your most
important job search
tool.
The Objective of a Resume is to….
The overall
objective of a
resume is to
provide you with
the opportunity
to interview for a
job.
Resume Trivia
A resume is…
The purpose of a resume is to…
The length of a resume must be…
The most important information on my resume is…
⁫It’s okay to exaggerate information on my resume when…
When writing my resume, my main focus should be on…
When submitting my resume to a job advertisement, I need to make certain that…

Basic Resume Format
Do’s
• Keeping the layout of your resume clean and
easy to read is essential.
• If possible, use high quality ivory or white
paper and
• Use one standard font, using bold and italics
only if necessary.
• Begin with your name, address, e-mail and
phone number(s) to make it easy for a
potential employer to contact you.
Basic Resume Format
Don'ts
• Do not give personal information
such as Social Security number,
age, height, weight, etc.
What is Captured in the First 10-15
Lines of Your Resume?
• AND, because a resume is a
MARKETING document, your format
must help you to present your best
self on paper. A busy reader wants
to see what you are offering in the
first 10-15 lines.
Resumes
Targeted Tailored
• Addresses Specific • Shows You’re a Good
Needs Fit
TARGETED RESUME
• A targeted resume addresses
an employer's specific needs.
• This type of format focuses
your resume towards the
specific career objective or
job posting.
TAILORED RESUME
• A tailored resume shows the
reader what a good "fit" you
are for the posted position.
• These resumes will be
effective in any job market.
The Combination Resume
Using a combination resume
combines the best features of the
traditional chronological (where the
dates are in reverse order) and
Functional (where skills are listed up
front) resumes.
Let’s take a look at why a Combination Resume
works for entry level candidates as well as for
senior executives who have 20 years experience
who need a stronger and better resume:
• a. For this type of resume, there is an
important 15-line section at the top for
writing an employer-oriented Job Objective
and a summary or profile or qualifications
statement .
• b. This type of resume enables you to

present what you can do as well as a
summary of what you have done in the top
half of page one.
Chronological Resume
The Chronological Resume
lists employment dates in
reverse order and is
popular but very "basic"
Chronological Resume tips:
If you choose to write a chronological resume, it is
best to follow these tips:
▪ Include only the most important

information about each position.
▪ Be specific rather than general in your

descriptions, using concise and vivid
language.
▪ Quantify the impact of your actions in
your previous positions by including facts,
figures, and numbers.
▪ Be sure to include a list of key

contributions you presented or
achievements you made to your past
positions.
▪ Find key words and terminology in
the job posting and use them in your
resume.
▪ Don't use unnecessary text. Have

someone read your resume and help
you to cut out extra unnecessary
words.
The Functional Resume
Focuses on your skills
and experience.
Does not include

chronological time, and
is used most often by
people with work gaps
or people who are
changing careers.
Common
Resume
Components
Section Headings
A section heading is one or two words that
accurately represents the category of content to
be placed beneath the selected section.
The purpose of a section heading is to provide a

section of the resume that quickly and easily
directs the potential employer (or a scanner) to
the content/information about that job
candidate.
Objective
• What's Your Resume Objective?
The first step to creating a high-impact resume is
determining what you're trying to accomplish.
• How do I Write a Resume Objective?

If you are writing a Resume Objective keep in
mind that it is not about you. It’s about the
hiring manager(s) who is probably under
pressure to fill a job opening with an individual
who is a good fit for the job.
Tips for Writing Your Own Objective
Statement:
• ▪Focus on the employer.
• ▪ Be specific.
• ▪Keep it clear and concise.
• ▪If you have more than one career
goal, create a different resume for
each objective.
WRITING A RESUME OBJECTIVE
When Is a Formal Objective Required?
Career Changers and Entry-Level workers

should consider incorporating their
objectives into their resumes, because
their goals may not be clearly defined by
their work history alone.
Resume Objective Examples
For Career Changers: Accomplished administrator
seeking to leverage extensive background in
personnel management, recruitment, employee
relations and benefits administration in an entry-
level human resources position.
Entry-Level Workers: Dedicated CIS graduate

pursuing a help-desk position.
When Targeting a Specific Position: Elementary

teacher for ABC School District.
Professional Summary
The purpose of the Professional
Summary is to summarize your
experience and highlight
dimensions of your background
that the reader may
otherwise miss or discount.
Work Experience
This is the section of your resume
where you highlight your skills and
accomplishments related to
relevant positions you have held in
the past or you currently hold.
Use Accomplishment Statements
PAR
Problem, Action, Result
A+B=R
Action + Benefit = Result
These type of statements
demonstrate your ability or
qualifications and validate your
experience and ability in solving
particular problems or addressing
challenges.
For example:
• Resolved employee grievances by

introducing dispute resolution process,
lowering grievance rates by 50% in the
first year.
• Reduced overall purchasing costs by 10%

in 2001 by implementing product locator,
and cost comparison software programs.
Education
This is the section of your
resume where you highlight
your education and training.
Skills Section
Example
of Skills
Section
Sub
Headings
A skills section should include
specific and accurate words that
match the skills sought by the
potential employer.
Tips
▪Your achievements should be
listed as part of your resume.
▪Never ever allow for typos and

make sure it is written clearly and
concisely.
▪As stated earlier, you can start with a well
written Summary or Objective statement to get
noticed.
▪When using numbers: Use K: for thousands

($600K) Use M: for millions ($300M). Write out
numbers that are less than 10: Managed five
people. Responsible for 10 states.
▪List dates carefully - preferably by month and

year. List all experiences in reverse chronological
order.
▪Do not put any personal information in your
resume. This is not necessary.
▪Do not use fancy paper, or language (unless it

important for your position), abbreviations,
pictures, personal data (married, children, sex,
age, health).
▪Try not to leave any gaps in your experience

and professional background, even if you were
unemployed in the industry or profession you
are seeking.
The Importance of Keeping Your
Resume Updated
It is very important to keep your
resume up-to-date. When searching
for a job, you never know when you
might need a resume at the last
minute so regularly keep it updated
with significant achievements.
How to Keep it current
a. Your Accomplishments
Listing your accomplishments and demonstrating
your ability and skill can set you apart (if they are
phrased the right way).
b. Licenses, Degrees, Awards, and Certificates

List only those which are most relevant to your
career field. Include titles, dates, locations, and
the sponsors of any training you completed to
receive certificates or licensure.
c. Conferences and Additional
Education
Conferences can be important
especially if you were able to earn
continuing education credits.
d. High-quality Skills
Technical skills should be included in
your list.
Electronic Resumes
Most companies want an
electronic version of your resume
because they are easier to read,
organize and scan for keywords.
Below are a few example of a BAD email
addresses:
ImAPartyGirl@email.com
JennysMom@email.com
2Hot2Handle@email.com
Example of a GOOD email address:
MaryDoe@email.com
M.Martin@email.com

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The purpose of a resume is to…

The length of a resume must be…

The most important information on my resume is…

⁫It’s okay to exaggerate information on my resume when…

When writing my resume, my main focus should be on…

When submitting my resume to a job advertisement, I need to make certain that…

• b. This type of resume enables you to

▪ Include only the most important

▪ Be specific rather than general in your

▪ Be sure to include a list of key

▪ Don't use unnecessary text. Have

Does not include

The purpose of a section heading is to provide a

• How do I Write a Resume Objective?

Career Changers and Entry-Level workers

Entry-Level Workers: Dedicated CIS graduate

When Targeting a Specific Position: Elementary

• Resolved employee grievances by

• Reduced overall purchasing costs by 10%

▪Never ever allow for typos and

▪When using numbers: Use K: for thousands

▪List dates carefully - preferably by month and

▪Do not use fancy paper, or language (unless it

▪Try not to leave any gaps in your experience

b. Licenses, Degrees, Awards, and Certificates

Example of a GOOD email address:

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