Resume 101: Write A Resume That Gets You Noticed

Resume 101
Write a resume that gets you noticed
Why have a resume?

Advertise
yourself
Pass initial screening process
Add to an application
Introduce yourself in networking
situations
Clarify your own goals and
experiences
How and where do you start?
Brainstorm and gather information about

yourself:
Employment/Educational Objective
Work Experience and Skills
Education
Licenses/Certifications
Awards
Professional or Educational Memberships
How do I organize my resume?
Chronologicaltimeline of experiences
Functionalgroup work experiences by
skill areas or job function
Combinationhighlights skills and
experiences
Curriculum vitaebiographical, used in
higher education, science, and medicine
How do I choose an organizational

style?
Format
Characteristic
Chronological Presents
information in
reverse order,
most recent
experience
listed first
Offers concise
picture of you
as a potential
employee
Advantage
Easy to write
Emphasizes
steady
employment
record
Format is
familiar
Disadvantage
Use
Calls attention To emphasize

to employment past career
gaps
growth and
development
Skills are
difficult to spot When
unless they're
continuing in
listed in the
the same career
most recent job
When the name
of former
employer may
be significant
to prospective
employer
Don't Use If
There are gaps
in your work
history
Calling
attention to
your age could
be a problem
You've
changed jobs
often
You're entering
job market for
first time or
after a long
absence

style?
Format
Characteristic
Functional
Focuses on
specific
strengths and
skills important
to employers
Advantage
Disadvantage
Brief and well- No detailed

structured
work history
Focus on skills, Content may
not history
appear to lack
depth
De-emphasizes
a spotty work
history
Use
When entering
the job market
or when
reentering after
a long absence
When work
experience has
been varied or
unrelated
When changing
careers
When primarily
consulting or
doing freelance
work
Don't Use If
You want to
emphasize
growth or
development
Responsibilities
and functions
in recent jobs
were limited

style?
Format
Combination
Characteristic
All the
flexibility and
strength of the
functional and
chronological
combined
Advantage
Shows off a
strong
employment
record with
upward
mobility
Showcases
relevant skills
and abilities
and supportive
employment
record
Emphasizes
transferable
skills
Disadvantage
Work history is
often on the
second page
and employer
may not read
that far
Use
When shorter
functional
format would
be too sketchy
To offer a
complete
picture of
abilities and
work history
Don't Use If
Experience is
limited
There are wide
gaps in work
history
How do I format my resume?
Use headings and bullets

Write short summaries
Use the white space to make items stand
out
Use a readable font! 10-14 point!
No graphics or shading
One size does not fit all!

Sample format
from the Senior
Guide
DEBRA JOB SEEKER

5555 Sidewinder Road
Somewhere, Arizona 55555
(555) 555-5555
SUMMARY
Highly motivated, dependable Licensed Practical Nurse. Proven ability to initiate appropriate
action, follow instructions and carry out tasks in an efficient manner. Proficient in patient care,
medical management, coordination and emergency room techniques. Team player with effective
interpersonal communication skills, and a positive, can-do attitude.
Sample
Chronological
Resume
EDUCATION
Certificate: Licensed Practical Nurse Program (GPA: 3.85/4.0)
Arizona Western Community College, Yuma, AZ
Internship: Yuma Regional Medical Center, Yuma, AZ
Infection Control Critical Care
Injections
Catheter Care
Vital Signs
Triage
Blood Draw
Charting
Intake
IV Therapy
CPR
Acute Care
Diploma: Yuma High School, Yuma, AZ
RELATED VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
American Red Cross Yuma, AZ
200_
200_ - 200_
200_ - 200_
Assisted disabled patients with daily living activities by writing letters,

reading correspondence, feeding, pushing wheelchairs and shopping.
Neighborhood Involvement Program Wellton, AZ
200_ (3
months)
Provided emergency services to persons in crisis.

Assisted in providing information and services regarding food, shelter,
clothing and medical provisions.
Courage Center San Luis, MX
200_
200_ - 200_
Organized a block safety program for 26 households, which reduced

crime in the area by 15 percent.
MEMBERSHIPS
Elected Secretary: Cactus Officials
200_
JOE DOER
5555 Sidewinder Road
Somewhere, Arizona 55555
(555) 555-5555
EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVE
Assembly, Janitorial, Maintenance or Construction Work
SUMMARY OF SKILLS
Sample
Functional
Resume
Industrious, reliable, highly-motivated and thorough

Ability to safely operate power machines, tools, saws, sanders and drills
Operate, repair and maintain mowers, snow blowers, buffers and trucks
Experience with household repairs, painting, siding and construction

Assembly
Received, sorted, bundled and placed recycling articles in correct containers

Assembled, cleaned and packaged toys for children on holidays
Repaired bicycles, motor bikes and garage doors
Assisted nursing home residents with making crafts and decorating rooms
Janitorial
Maintained all aspects of home, and made minor repairs to structures and equipment
Assisted friends and neighbors with lawn care, mowing, raking, shoveling, painting,
buffing, sanding, remodeling and cleaning
Helped residents repair and clean homes after a flood
Construction
Assisted in building or remodeling homes for low-income families

Sanded floors, walls and cupboards
Laid sheetrock, painted and stained woodwork, mixed cement and sided outside walls
Constructed emergency Mash Units and troop quarters
Drove and repaired trucks
VOLUNTEER WORK HISTORY
Goodwill Industries
Arizona Flood Victims Rescue
Habitat for Humanity
Sunshine Nursing Home
Yuma, AZ
Phoenix, AZ
Yuma, AZ
Yuma, AZ
EDUCATION
Diploma: Yuma High School Yuma, AZ
Honorable Discharge: United States Army - Private E3 Classification
SHIRLEY I. QUALIFY
5555 Transferability Road
Somewhere, AZ 55555
(555) 555-5555
SUMMARY
Dependable General Office Worker with more than 10 years of transferable experience. Proven
clerical, customer service and communication skills in a variety of settings. Upbeat, positive
attitude with a history of producing quality results and satisfied customers. Computer literate.
SELECTED SKILLS
Sample
Combination
Resume
General Office
Organized and implemented group activities in an efficient manner

Scheduled appointments and assured timely arrival
Maintained accurate financial records, and paid all invoices on time
Answered phones and took accurate messages
Prepared reports and created documents using MS Word and WordPerfect
Located desired information using the Internet
Customer Service
Welcomed customers and visitors in a friendly and courteous manner

Provided customers/clients with desired information in a timely manner
Listened, calmed and assisted customers with concerns
Established friendly and lasting relationships
Communication
Utilized Internet email as an effective communication tool

Answered phones in a courteous and professional manner
Established rapport with diverse individuals and groups
Demonstrated ability to express ideas in a team environment and influence action

General Office Volunteer
Elected Secretary
Event Coordinator
Group/Activities Leader
Family Manager
Salvation Army Yuma, AZ

Parent Teachers Association (YSD 1) Yuma, AZ
Neighborhood Involvement Program Yuma, AZ
Girl Scouts of America Yuma, AZ
Self-employed Yuma, AZ
EDUCATION
GED: YPIC Program Yuma, AZ
5 Years
5 Years
3 Years
4 Years
7 Years
Put it all together
Maintain focus: how does job/school match

your career goals
Be accurate: dont misrepresent or
exaggerate your abilities
Target your resume to what you want
market yourself!
Highlight your accomplishments: be
positive
Name
Address
Ok, now what?
Phone (____)
Fax (____)
Email
EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVE (Optional)
Go to the P:
drive, get the
worksheets and
start your
resume!
SUMMARY (Optional-- can include on cover letter)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Employer, City, State
Job Title
Dates
Responsibilities/Accomplishments/Skills
Job Title
Dates
Responsibilities/Accomplishments/Skills
Job Title
Dates
Where can I get more help?

Online:
http://rockportinstitute.com/resumes.html
http://www.careeronestop.org/ResumesInterviews/
ResumesInterviews.aspx
http://www.deed.state.mn.us/cjs/
http://www.worksmart.ca.gov/tips_resume.html
http://www.jobstar.org/tools/resume/index.htm
http://www.cyber-north.com/resume/

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Resume 101

Write a resume that gets you noticed

Why have a resume?

How and where do you start?

Brainstorm and gather information about

How do I organize my resume?

How do I choose an organizational

Calls attention To emphasize

How do I choose an organizational

Brief and well- No detailed

How do I choose an organizational

How do I format my resume?

Use headings and bullets

One size does not fit all!

DEBRA JOB SEEKER

Assisted disabled patients with daily living activities by writing letters,

Neighborhood Involvement Program Wellton, AZ

Provided emergency services to persons in crisis.

Courage Center San Luis, MX

Organized a block safety program for 26 households, which reduced

Industrious, reliable, highly-motivated and thorough

RELATED VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Received, sorted, bundled and placed recycling articles in correct containers

Assisted in building or remodeling homes for low-income families

VOLUNTEER WORK HISTORY

Organized and implemented group activities in an efficient manner

Welcomed customers and visitors in a friendly and courteous manner

Utilized Internet email as an effective communication tool

RELATED VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Salvation Army Yuma, AZ

Put it all together

Maintain focus: how does job/school match

Ok, now what?

SUMMARY (Optional-- can include on cover letter)

Employer, City, State

Employer, City, State

Where can I get more help?

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