11 Temmuz 2012 Çarşamba
10 Temmuz 2012 Salı
9 Temmuz 2012 Pazartesi
Migrating Library Systems: Pulling the Trigger on WMS
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UTC's Lupton Library is moving forward with our transition to OCLC's Webscale Management Service. This is a transition we've been working on for two years as we've kicked the tires on the new service, asked for additional development and functionality out of the brand-new system, and tested it to within an inch of its (and our) life.
Our ILS administrator, web guru and all around data-mogul-of-awesomeness Andrea Schurr has moved on to bigger and better things and now works for OCLC, but (thank the gods) is doing our data migration for us. I can't express how big a boon this is, especially since this is her third (?) time doing the data load, so she's an expert at it. No one else knows our data so intimately. Having Andrea with us for this massive move is something we are all grateful for.
Andrea was also our former Head of Access Services before UTC hired me back, so having her upstairs in IT has been a huge help to me in terms of helping me figure out what our soon-to-be-former ILS (VTLS Virtua) could and couldn't do. And whatever it couldn't do, Andrea could kludge together. Moving into WMS is interesting new territory for me - I won't be the library system administrator, but I do have my hands in interesting things. Case in point: my daytime circ manager and I have been holding regular meetings to go through the wirewalk of circ policies - loan limit matrices, loan policy matrices, notification policies, and more. I watched Andrea set these up initially two years ago, her fingers flying over the keyboard. My own progress through is more plodding and methodical, with many notes taken, noting where the connections are and what gaps still need to be addressed before our policy maps are complete. And once this is done (probably tomorrow or this Tuesday), then we move on to the training blitz for everyone who works the circ desk (every single staff member in the library, and some of the librarians) which will happen concurrently with the documentation blitz that will happen once we're up and live.
Everything is changing, and it touches every single one of our current departments:
And, of course, all this change is being done beneath the shadow of the new library building which is moving along (opening slated for late summer 2013) and with the knowledge that we also want to do a complete revamp of the library website.
That all of this is going on and exhausting everyone is not surprising, given the team of folks we have who are into doing the most good with what resources we have. What continues to amaze me is that this is all happening while people remain in good humor, with taking time for feedback from the various areas and a focus on clear communication and documentation (thanks largely to Katie Gohn, our Digital Integration Librarian who has taken point on the WMS implementation, and Theresa Liedtka, our dean with a serious transparency philosophy). As always, you can see how we're handling the project and its myriad to-do lists on our library wiki.
Our ILS administrator, web guru and all around data-mogul-of-awesomeness Andrea Schurr has moved on to bigger and better things and now works for OCLC, but (thank the gods) is doing our data migration for us. I can't express how big a boon this is, especially since this is her third (?) time doing the data load, so she's an expert at it. No one else knows our data so intimately. Having Andrea with us for this massive move is something we are all grateful for.
Andrea was also our former Head of Access Services before UTC hired me back, so having her upstairs in IT has been a huge help to me in terms of helping me figure out what our soon-to-be-former ILS (VTLS Virtua) could and couldn't do. And whatever it couldn't do, Andrea could kludge together. Moving into WMS is interesting new territory for me - I won't be the library system administrator, but I do have my hands in interesting things. Case in point: my daytime circ manager and I have been holding regular meetings to go through the wirewalk of circ policies - loan limit matrices, loan policy matrices, notification policies, and more. I watched Andrea set these up initially two years ago, her fingers flying over the keyboard. My own progress through is more plodding and methodical, with many notes taken, noting where the connections are and what gaps still need to be addressed before our policy maps are complete. And once this is done (probably tomorrow or this Tuesday), then we move on to the training blitz for everyone who works the circ desk (every single staff member in the library, and some of the librarians) which will happen concurrently with the documentation blitz that will happen once we're up and live.
Everything is changing, and it touches every single one of our current departments:
- Access Services since the circ module and back-end discovery will be in the new system and since we set up the notifications and circ and loan and billing policies;
- Reference and Instruction since we're moving to WorldCat Local as our new public catalog and to using WorldCat as a discovery layer;
- Materials Processing since for e-resources we'll be using Knowledgebase and will be turning on some discovery, because it so drastically changes the ordering and receiving processes and has serious implications for staff time, and for adopting the new course reserves model;
- IT, since they'll no longer have to deal with a client-based ILS (but a web-based one brings all new IT questions with it;
- Special Collections as they decide how best to display local and unique collections.
And, of course, all this change is being done beneath the shadow of the new library building which is moving along (opening slated for late summer 2013) and with the knowledge that we also want to do a complete revamp of the library website.
That all of this is going on and exhausting everyone is not surprising, given the team of folks we have who are into doing the most good with what resources we have. What continues to amaze me is that this is all happening while people remain in good humor, with taking time for feedback from the various areas and a focus on clear communication and documentation (thanks largely to Katie Gohn, our Digital Integration Librarian who has taken point on the WMS implementation, and Theresa Liedtka, our dean with a serious transparency philosophy). As always, you can see how we're handling the project and its myriad to-do lists on our library wiki.
About Resume Website
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Hello All and welcome to the page so called "about us"... the page where you come to know who are we? and what do we do? so lets have a brief overview of this blog.
Welcome to resume website blog the ONE-STOP solution to all your resume queries.
This blog is dedicated to all those job seekers and career aspirants who wish to design the best of the resume to grab their dream job.
The postings on this blog page are brought to you by Admin of Resume Website; a professional resume writer with extensive experience in recruitment. I would be covering each and every aspect of writing a professional and job-winning resume, which can incite the employers and win you the first ever personal-interview call.
This blog has been created with the intention and desire to help the job seekers find answers to their queries pertaining to resumes, and all other relevant aspects. To make this blog even more informative and beneficial, I would appreciate all the aspiring candidates to post their queries and feedback under the ‘comments’ given below.
Thanking one and all for their support.Regards,Admin,resumewebsitesblog@gmail.com
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Welcome to resume website blog the ONE-STOP solution to all your resume queries.
This blog is dedicated to all those job seekers and career aspirants who wish to design the best of the resume to grab their dream job.
The postings on this blog page are brought to you by Admin of Resume Website; a professional resume writer with extensive experience in recruitment. I would be covering each and every aspect of writing a professional and job-winning resume, which can incite the employers and win you the first ever personal-interview call.
This blog has been created with the intention and desire to help the job seekers find answers to their queries pertaining to resumes, and all other relevant aspects. To make this blog even more informative and beneficial, I would appreciate all the aspiring candidates to post their queries and feedback under the ‘comments’ given below. Thanking one and all for their support.Regards,Admin,resumewebsitesblog@gmail.com
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Top Sample Resume Website and Free Designing Tips
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Hi all,
This is the first blog on ‘Resume Websites’. Let me take the opportunity to introduce the blog to all the first time visitors.
This blog has been created as part of our efforts to provide solutions to all resume related queries. To start with, let me share few topics which I feel are crucial for designing a job winning resume, and so would like to include them first. Right from grabbing the employers’ attention to retaining it throughout, and finally convincing them to review your candidature personally; every aspect is crucial for creating the first professional and positive impression.
Topics which would be covered are listed below. Note that, the list is only preemptive and would be gradually developed to include more diverse topics in future postings. To start with, we are going to discuss on following topics, taking one at a time for simplicity and better comprehension.
1. Imaging your best professionalism on papera. Resume designb. Resume contentc. Professional and relevant resume requirementsd. Resume objectivese. How to include work experience in the resumef. How to include education qualifications in resumeg. Salary details in the resume2. Free resume templates3. Free sample resumes4. Resume cover letters5. Other details in the resume6. Justifying resume during the interview7. How to do career search8. Bridging the gap: Your professional profile and the desired job profile9. How to use resume builder effectively10. Designing resume with reference to the job description11. And many more to come
In the mean time, while we are discussing these topics, if you have any other query please post your valuable comment and we would be obliged to discuss it in the next blog post.
Thanking you once again for visiting the page.
This is the first blog on ‘Resume Websites’. Let me take the opportunity to introduce the blog to all the first time visitors.
This blog has been created as part of our efforts to provide solutions to all resume related queries. To start with, let me share few topics which I feel are crucial for designing a job winning resume, and so would like to include them first. Right from grabbing the employers’ attention to retaining it throughout, and finally convincing them to review your candidature personally; every aspect is crucial for creating the first professional and positive impression.
Topics which would be covered are listed below. Note that, the list is only preemptive and would be gradually developed to include more diverse topics in future postings. To start with, we are going to discuss on following topics, taking one at a time for simplicity and better comprehension.
1. Imaging your best professionalism on papera. Resume designb. Resume contentc. Professional and relevant resume requirementsd. Resume objectivese. How to include work experience in the resumef. How to include education qualifications in resumeg. Salary details in the resume2. Free resume templates3. Free sample resumes4. Resume cover letters5. Other details in the resume6. Justifying resume during the interview7. How to do career search8. Bridging the gap: Your professional profile and the desired job profile9. How to use resume builder effectively10. Designing resume with reference to the job description11. And many more to comeIn the mean time, while we are discussing these topics, if you have any other query please post your valuable comment and we would be obliged to discuss it in the next blog post.
Thanking you once again for visiting the page.
How to Create a Resume?
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Well, I am back as promised.So, today let’s start with the basic concept on which this blog, Resume Websites, is based.
How to create a resume? or in simple words imaging your best professionalism on paper.
The core purpose of any resume is to promote your candidature in the best possible ways, so that it can convince the employers about your optimality for the job. If the employer is convinced that your skill-sets are best suited to satisfactorily deliver the job responsibilities, you can be sure that he/ she would be incited to meet you in person and discuss the job possibilities.
This would require, understanding of desired job profile by the employers. To make the best estimate, a review of the job description given by employers is the ideal way. In case the job description is not provided, you can always refer to different resume websites for generic understanding of the job. Alternatively, a search for sample job descriptions for the given job posting would provide you the relevant information. In worst case scenario, you may directly refer to sample resumes and other resume examples, and include the information in your resume. The customization of these details would be discussed in subsequent postings.
Some basic requirements for imaging your best professionalism on the resume, so as to create a resume which can win you the desired interview call are as follows:
A. Introspection: Identifying the skillsIdentify your key skills which are supportive to your candidature, and are at par with the desired job profile. Once you have listed them down, prioritize them based on relevancy, importance and your expertise.
B. Format selection/ Resume design:Select the best resume format through which you can present your candidature effectively. It need not be intricate, but simple and attractive. While selecting the format, it is always recommended to do a bit of research on different possible layouts. The finalized layout should be as per the prevailing industrial trends and at par with professional standards. You can search the web for best sample resume formats to get the relevant information.
C. Content:
Include all the relevant and supportive information as explained above. Ensure that all credentials shared are supportive to the candidature, and can be supported with appropriate documentary proofs, if asked. Other things which need to be taken care of are: sequence and flow of information, so that it can retain the employer’s attention and create a strong impression. Your resume objective should be given due care to ensure that the first impact on the employer is appealing and supportive to your profile.
D. Other details:Once you have included all the key information, then you can share other details to gain advantage over other candidates. These can be included under suitable sub-titles such as professional memberships, interest and hobbies, etc.
E. Now that your resume would be ready, it’s always better to revise for any errors. Take a final look of actual on-paper view by taking a printout. If you feel the need, make necessary changes in the design and format to add a visual appeal to your resume.A professional resume designed with incorporation of these guidelines, can help you cast influential first impression on the employers and win you the job.In our up-coming blogs we would discuss on factors like:
I hope you find the information helpful.If you are interested in knowing more, do sign up to receive regular updates.
How to create a resume? or in simple words imaging your best professionalism on paper.The core purpose of any resume is to promote your candidature in the best possible ways, so that it can convince the employers about your optimality for the job. If the employer is convinced that your skill-sets are best suited to satisfactorily deliver the job responsibilities, you can be sure that he/ she would be incited to meet you in person and discuss the job possibilities.
This would require, understanding of desired job profile by the employers. To make the best estimate, a review of the job description given by employers is the ideal way. In case the job description is not provided, you can always refer to different resume websites for generic understanding of the job. Alternatively, a search for sample job descriptions for the given job posting would provide you the relevant information. In worst case scenario, you may directly refer to sample resumes and other resume examples, and include the information in your resume. The customization of these details would be discussed in subsequent postings.
Some basic requirements for imaging your best professionalism on the resume, so as to create a resume which can win you the desired interview call are as follows:
A. Introspection: Identifying the skillsIdentify your key skills which are supportive to your candidature, and are at par with the desired job profile. Once you have listed them down, prioritize them based on relevancy, importance and your expertise.
B. Format selection/ Resume design:Select the best resume format through which you can present your candidature effectively. It need not be intricate, but simple and attractive. While selecting the format, it is always recommended to do a bit of research on different possible layouts. The finalized layout should be as per the prevailing industrial trends and at par with professional standards. You can search the web for best sample resume formats to get the relevant information.
C. Content:
Include all the relevant and supportive information as explained above. Ensure that all credentials shared are supportive to the candidature, and can be supported with appropriate documentary proofs, if asked. Other things which need to be taken care of are: sequence and flow of information, so that it can retain the employer’s attention and create a strong impression. Your resume objective should be given due care to ensure that the first impact on the employer is appealing and supportive to your profile.D. Other details:Once you have included all the key information, then you can share other details to gain advantage over other candidates. These can be included under suitable sub-titles such as professional memberships, interest and hobbies, etc.
E. Now that your resume would be ready, it’s always better to revise for any errors. Take a final look of actual on-paper view by taking a printout. If you feel the need, make necessary changes in the design and format to add a visual appeal to your resume.A professional resume designed with incorporation of these guidelines, can help you cast influential first impression on the employers and win you the job.In our up-coming blogs we would discuss on factors like:
- Ideal number of pages in the resume
- Good resume and what else to include in the application
- Online submission of the resume and safety concerns
- Things we offer which are helpful in drafting the resume
- Answers to your individual queries.
I hope you find the information helpful.If you are interested in knowing more, do sign up to receive regular updates.
How Many Pages is Your Resume?
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Numbers of pages in the resume have never been the important factor. It’s all about the quality and relevancy of the information which the resume has, which can win you the job. Ideally, average number of pages, a resume may contain, range from 1-3. It all depends upon the experience and relevant qualifications included in the resume.
For freshers, a one page resume can be effective and be useful in presenting the information in a precise and concise style. Only in certain situations, where the candidate has lots of experience and qualification, can the resume be of 5 pages. Such resumes are required for higher managerial level positions.
Always remember that, while short listing the resumes, employers look for reasons for not selecting the resume; and so a long time-consuming resume can be a deterring cause. This is because; the employers receive lots of applications for every single open job, and it takes long evaluation and selection process before a candidate is finally selected. All this requires lots of time and efforts, which can be at times crucial factors. Sample resumes can be the best source to acquire knowledge about the suitable format and proper information to be included.
Some precautions which can be taken to reduce the number of pages of your resume are given below. However, remember that do not forcefully cut short the information in your resume. It may have deteriorating effects on your selection chances.
While selecting the format, make sure that it can support the best use of available space for optimal promotion of your candidature.
While formatting, avoid unnecessary spaces and breaks. Don’t use tables excessively as they take more space. Use the TAB button judiciously.
Presenting all information in bulleted lists again consumes more space. You may use a combination of different styles.
Present, only the required information. For example, include the job descriptions only if they are relevant. You need not give job description of all your work experiences, but giving description only for the last job would be enough.
If you are using the cover letter, you may include personal attributes in it and not the resume. This can be done as the last measure to cut the number of pages.
I hope the measures given above will be helpful in drafting a precise and informative resume, which can have greatest impact on the employers, as desired.
In the next post, we would be discussing more things which we need to take care of, so that the efforts put while drafting the resume are effective and rewarding. If you want some more information to be included, please drop a comment.
Until then, wish you a successful job hunt.
Numbers of pages in the resume have never been the important factor. It’s all about the quality and relevancy of the information which the resume has, which can win you the job. Ideally, average number of pages, a resume may contain, range from 1-3. It all depends upon the experience and relevant qualifications included in the resume.
For freshers, a one page resume can be effective and be useful in presenting the information in a precise and concise style. Only in certain situations, where the candidate has lots of experience and qualification, can the resume be of 5 pages. Such resumes are required for higher managerial level positions.
Always remember that, while short listing the resumes, employers look for reasons for not selecting the resume; and so a long time-consuming resume can be a deterring cause. This is because; the employers receive lots of applications for every single open job, and it takes long evaluation and selection process before a candidate is finally selected. All this requires lots of time and efforts, which can be at times crucial factors. Sample resumes can be the best source to acquire knowledge about the suitable format and proper information to be included.Some precautions which can be taken to reduce the number of pages of your resume are given below. However, remember that do not forcefully cut short the information in your resume. It may have deteriorating effects on your selection chances.
While selecting the format, make sure that it can support the best use of available space for optimal promotion of your candidature.
While formatting, avoid unnecessary spaces and breaks. Don’t use tables excessively as they take more space. Use the TAB button judiciously.
Presenting all information in bulleted lists again consumes more space. You may use a combination of different styles.
Present, only the required information. For example, include the job descriptions only if they are relevant. You need not give job description of all your work experiences, but giving description only for the last job would be enough.
If you are using the cover letter, you may include personal attributes in it and not the resume. This can be done as the last measure to cut the number of pages.
I hope the measures given above will be helpful in drafting a precise and informative resume, which can have greatest impact on the employers, as desired.
In the next post, we would be discussing more things which we need to take care of, so that the efforts put while drafting the resume are effective and rewarding. If you want some more information to be included, please drop a comment.
Until then, wish you a successful job hunt.
8 Temmuz 2012 Pazar
A Senior's Perspective: Going Beyond the Textbooks
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This week’s topic couldn’t exactly be done in a week. Going beyond the textbooks by finding quality experience is something that needs to be done continually throughout our college careers. However, I will take this time to reflect on some things I’ve done and ways you can too!
In order to find quality experience in your field, you must first know your field. If you don’t, please go to www.auburn.edu/career and click on the Career Assessments tab. Take an assessment or two, and then come see a career counselor to discuss your results. You may not leave your career counseling session with a major, but it gets you a step closer by knowing your strengths and weaknesses.
If you are the lucky college student who actually knows what you want to do with your life, then get on it! In the Career Rookie article “6 Tips for Success All College Seniors/ New Grads Should Know,” Heather Huhman, founder and president of Come Recommended, said, “A degree isn’t going to be your golden ticket to gainful employment, worthwhile experience is.”
Here are some things you can do:
1. Join a major-related club or organization. Many majors at Auburn University offer specialized clubs for each major. For instance, COSAM has Alpha Epsilon Delta, Medical D and a Pre-Pharmacy Club. In my major, public relations, we have PRSSA, which is a precursor for PRSA, the club for public relations professionals. Any of these clubs show that you care about the latest trends in your field and that you care about furthering your knowledge and abilities in your field.
2. Gain volunteer experience. Volunteering, no matter the cause or organization, is a valuable thing to do. It puts you in contact with a diverse group of people and forces you to work toward the same end goal. It also shows that you care about your community and the people in it. Even better, get involved in a volunteering organization like Project Uplift or IMPACT that allows you to volunteer weekly. Another great thing about volunteering is that is doesn’t usually require previous experience or involvement. Even if you have never done anything else, you can still volunteer!
3. Obtain and internship in your field. It seems that these days obtaining a job without an internship is nearly impossible. Employers like to hire people who have actually put their book knowledge to use. Luckily, many Auburn University majors require an internship. If yours doesn’t, consider a summer internship or come to the Career Center for more information on our job shadowing program. This program puts you in contact with professionals in the Auburn/Opelika area that you can observe for a day.
4. Leadership, leadership, leadership. What is better than being involved? Leading the involvement. Once you find your niche, take on more responsibility. Whether it is your volunteer organization, social sorority or fraternity or professional organization, gaining leadership experience is crucial. No, you don’t have to be president of everything. If you can be and want to be, go for it! However, you can also become team captain or the manager of a club project.
Paige Robinson '12
Career Center Intern
This week’s topic couldn’t exactly be done in a week. Going beyond the textbooks by finding quality experience is something that needs to be done continually throughout our college careers. However, I will take this time to reflect on some things I’ve done and ways you can too!In order to find quality experience in your field, you must first know your field. If you don’t, please go to www.auburn.edu/career and click on the Career Assessments tab. Take an assessment or two, and then come see a career counselor to discuss your results. You may not leave your career counseling session with a major, but it gets you a step closer by knowing your strengths and weaknesses.
If you are the lucky college student who actually knows what you want to do with your life, then get on it! In the Career Rookie article “6 Tips for Success All College Seniors/ New Grads Should Know,” Heather Huhman, founder and president of Come Recommended, said, “A degree isn’t going to be your golden ticket to gainful employment, worthwhile experience is.”
Here are some things you can do:
1. Join a major-related club or organization. Many majors at Auburn University offer specialized clubs for each major. For instance, COSAM has Alpha Epsilon Delta, Medical D and a Pre-Pharmacy Club. In my major, public relations, we have PRSSA, which is a precursor for PRSA, the club for public relations professionals. Any of these clubs show that you care about the latest trends in your field and that you care about furthering your knowledge and abilities in your field.
2. Gain volunteer experience. Volunteering, no matter the cause or organization, is a valuable thing to do. It puts you in contact with a diverse group of people and forces you to work toward the same end goal. It also shows that you care about your community and the people in it. Even better, get involved in a volunteering organization like Project Uplift or IMPACT that allows you to volunteer weekly. Another great thing about volunteering is that is doesn’t usually require previous experience or involvement. Even if you have never done anything else, you can still volunteer!
3. Obtain and internship in your field. It seems that these days obtaining a job without an internship is nearly impossible. Employers like to hire people who have actually put their book knowledge to use. Luckily, many Auburn University majors require an internship. If yours doesn’t, consider a summer internship or come to the Career Center for more information on our job shadowing program. This program puts you in contact with professionals in the Auburn/Opelika area that you can observe for a day.
4. Leadership, leadership, leadership. What is better than being involved? Leading the involvement. Once you find your niche, take on more responsibility. Whether it is your volunteer organization, social sorority or fraternity or professional organization, gaining leadership experience is crucial. No, you don’t have to be president of everything. If you can be and want to be, go for it! However, you can also become team captain or the manager of a club project.
Paige Robinson '12
Career Center Intern
A Senior's Thoughts: Honesty & Integrity
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Our next topic should be rather obvious. It is entitled “Be honest, have integrity.” Sadly, many new employees overlook the importance of good morals in the workplace. Not only does your conduct represent yourself, your family, your university and your hometown, but you also now reflect your company. No company wants a cut-throat, sneaky employee, no matter how great of a sale representative, doctor, lawyer, teacher or nurse you may be.
If you are like me, you feel pretty good about your integrity. I’m not stealing money from my organization or committing tax fraud. I’m a good person. However, let’s think about the following:
Paige Robinson '12
Career Center Intern
Our next topic should be rather obvious. It is entitled “Be honest, have integrity.” Sadly, many new employees overlook the importance of good morals in the workplace. Not only does your conduct represent yourself, your family, your university and your hometown, but you also now reflect your company. No company wants a cut-throat, sneaky employee, no matter how great of a sale representative, doctor, lawyer, teacher or nurse you may be. If you are like me, you feel pretty good about your integrity. I’m not stealing money from my organization or committing tax fraud. I’m a good person. However, let’s think about the following:
- Do you sneak off from work 10-15 minutes early? If being paid an hourly wage, leaving early means you are taking money that you actually did not work for. This is also referred to as stealing.
- Do you take home office supplies for personal use? This is also called stealing. Your organization bought these supplies for office use. By taking them, you are forcing your organization to buy more supplies sooner than they should, thus they spend more money.
- Did you say you were proficient in a skill or application that you really aren’t? We see this a lot. Many people say they are proficient in Adobe Creative Suite or all of Microsoft Office when really they only have working knowledge of them. If you say you can do something on your resume, you will be expected to perform at your job. Tell the truth on your resume!
- Did you say you were fluent in another language, when really you can only hold an elementary conversation? This is another example of lying on your resume. In many instances employers will hold you accountable and begin speaking Spanish or French to you in the interview. If you know you wouldn’t be able to converse, then don’t say you are fluent.
- Do you participate in workplace gossip? Talking about other employees or your boss in a negative way is an incredibly painful thing to do. You may think you’re not gossiping because you aren’t saying anything, but listening to others gossip makes you just as guilty. Gossiping can tarnish your reputation, cause co-workers to lose respect for you and seriously hurt the person you’re gossiping about. Even if you are frustrated, do not vent to your co-workers. Remember, if people gossip with you, then many times they will gossip about you! Stay out of any and all drama! In the words of Thumper the Rabbit, “If you can’t say nothing nice, then don’t say nothing at all.”
Paige Robinson '12
Career Center Intern
Breaking Down the Resume: Education
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Education...at this point, if you are a college student, school is what you know, and that degree you've worked so hard to obtain is what you have to offer an employer. Hopefully, you have proactively obtained related experience to compliment your career goals as well, and eventually your experience will trump your education. But recent college graduates should typically follow the Summary of Qualifications or Objective section with their Education section.
So, what does should that look like?
INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING
EDUCATION
Institution Name; City, ST
Degree and Major; Graduation Date
- Minor
- GPA
You have a Bachelor of or a Master of...there is no "s" at the end. For example, I have a Bachelor of Communication and a Master of Education, not a Bachelor's of Communication or Master's of Education.
If you want to include applicable coursework, remember that the employer only wants to know those courses that are unique outside of your major. As a communication major, I would NOT need to list Intro to Communication. Duh. If however, you have pursued unique electives that make you unique from people in your major, it makes sense to list those if applicable to the job you are seeking.
CAREER HANDBOOK
For additional tips and examples, check out the Career Handbook at www.auburn.edu/career.
So, what does should that look like?
INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING
EDUCATION
Institution Name; City, ST
Degree and Major; Graduation Date
- Minor
- GPA
- List degrees from present to past.
- The most common suggestion is to only list your GPA if it above a 3.0. However, some recruiters just want to know what it is, period.
- Study abroad experiences should be listed in this section if there was not a working/intern component.
- Include honor societies in this section if you are a member of only a few that wouldn't constitute dedicating an entire section to honors. (If your GPA is strong, you probably don't need to dedicate a great deal of space to listing every honor society you were invited to join and paid the money to do so.)
- High school information, beyond your sophomore year, should not be included...even if you were valedictorian.
- Employers do not need to know every institution you attended for transfer credit.
You have a Bachelor of or a Master of...there is no "s" at the end. For example, I have a Bachelor of Communication and a Master of Education, not a Bachelor's of Communication or Master's of Education.
If you want to include applicable coursework, remember that the employer only wants to know those courses that are unique outside of your major. As a communication major, I would NOT need to list Intro to Communication. Duh. If however, you have pursued unique electives that make you unique from people in your major, it makes sense to list those if applicable to the job you are seeking.
CAREER HANDBOOK
For additional tips and examples, check out the Career Handbook at www.auburn.edu/career.
A Senior's Perspective: Emotional Intelligence
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For the last four years, I’ve been drilled with exams, quizzes and writing assignments all of which are necessary for my learning. However, now that I’m on my way out and into the working world, I’m being told my emotional intelligence is more important. Emotional intelligence refers not to your IQ or book knowledge, but to the ability to manage emotions.
The one thing that really stuck out to me when evaluating my emotional intelligence is how I handle stress. You don’t have to have a full-time job to occasionally fall under the curse of being stressed out. With finals coming up, I’m imagining roughly 90 percent of us will feel quite overwhelmed. While I’m no expert at managing stress, I have been conscious of my reactions to stress for quite a while. Last semester was the hardest academic semester I’ve had at Auburn, and I also was shoulder deep in planning a wedding. This semester my course load is much easier, but I am now ear deep in wedding planning. Through this year, I’ve learned several things about managing my stress and reacting well to stress.
BONUS: The Auburn University Career Center and DEI are co-sponsoring a Stress Relief Panel (WITH free food) on Thursday, August 26. Check it out here.
For the last four years, I’ve been drilled with exams, quizzes and writing assignments all of which are necessary for my learning. However, now that I’m on my way out and into the working world, I’m being told my emotional intelligence is more important. Emotional intelligence refers not to your IQ or book knowledge, but to the ability to manage emotions. The one thing that really stuck out to me when evaluating my emotional intelligence is how I handle stress. You don’t have to have a full-time job to occasionally fall under the curse of being stressed out. With finals coming up, I’m imagining roughly 90 percent of us will feel quite overwhelmed. While I’m no expert at managing stress, I have been conscious of my reactions to stress for quite a while. Last semester was the hardest academic semester I’ve had at Auburn, and I also was shoulder deep in planning a wedding. This semester my course load is much easier, but I am now ear deep in wedding planning. Through this year, I’ve learned several things about managing my stress and reacting well to stress.
- Writing things down helps keep me from getting overwhelmed. When I write things down, I know that I won’t forget it. Keeping a planner up-to-date is one of the best things I’ve done throughout my college career. It keeps me from double booking and wasting time.
- Exercise can be used to prevent stress and relieve stress. I haven’t always been great about exercising. A lot of times when I am stressed I feel like exercise is a complete waste of time. However, this semester I’ve been very disciplined to exercise more, even if it’s only a 30-minute walk. What I’ve found is that the physical activity works out my anxious jitters and usually gears me to productivity. This is great because on the days that I’m not very busy, I get things finished thus leaving my next day a little less busy. It keeps things from piling high and keeps me feeling better. It also helps when I’m in the middle of a stress out phase. Taking a break from the hustle and bustle of school and work to move my body leaves me feeling more relaxed.
- Concentrated breathing sounds silly, but helps a lot when feeling stressed. As previously stated my academic schedule is not very strenuous this semester. I am fortunate enough to be able to take a stress reduction course in the physical education department. One of the best things I have learned is the use of meditation and breathing. I don’t always have the time for a 30-minute guided breathing exercise, and I’m sure most of you don’t either. However, in those times of gut-wrenching stress or anxiety, close your eyes and take 10 slow, deep breaths. It sounds silly, but taking that time to concentrate on your breathing slows your heartbeat and relaxes your body. Chances are you were tensing either your jaw or shoulders. By taking the time to breath slowly, you can relax those muscles.
BONUS: The Auburn University Career Center and DEI are co-sponsoring a Stress Relief Panel (WITH free food) on Thursday, August 26. Check it out here.
Breaking Down the Resume: Experience Section
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The goal of the Experience Section is to communicate past successes and outcomes to a potential employer so the reader can visualize you bringing those skills to their organization/company. The goal is NOT to list everything you have ever done (keep that list somewhere for historical purposes), but instead list only those jobs, leadership or volunteer experiences that are relevant to the job you are seeking. So, what does this look like?
Employer; City, ST
Job Title; dates of employment (month year - month year)
This image also shows how important it is to "top load" your resume. The most important information should be in the top third of your resume. For most college students that will be their Summary of Qualifications and Education...and hopefully at least one related internship or job.
The Auburn University Career Center has lots of great samples of Experience sections in the Career Handbook. There is also a useful list if Action Verbs. Check it out!
Employer; City, ST
Job Title; dates of employment (month year - month year)
- Start with an action verb/skill that communicates relevant or transferable skill
- Avoid listing tasks and starting with the following: work, assist, help, learn (these generally bury your skill set)
- Avoid jargon that is specific to the organization or company that won't be understood by others
- Quantify when possible, using numbers to talk about how many you supervised or worked with on a team or how much money you managed
This image also shows how important it is to "top load" your resume. The most important information should be in the top third of your resume. For most college students that will be their Summary of Qualifications and Education...and hopefully at least one related internship or job.
The Auburn University Career Center has lots of great samples of Experience sections in the Career Handbook. There is also a useful list if Action Verbs. Check it out!
7 Temmuz 2012 Cumartesi
A Good Resume and What else do I need ?
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Just like a dish has many ingredients making it delicious and appealing, so is it for a resume. Irrespective of whether you have a good resume or not, you can always do much more to make it professional and inciting for the employers.
Cooking good food is alone not enough for the customers to order it. It also requires efforts of the service staff to present it impressively and create an urge to order the dish. If you are able to understand the concept, you will be able to relate it in the context of a good resume. You might have referred to many resume samples for creating your resume, but to present it in a professional and impressive way in front of the employers is a challenging task yet again.
A good resume, would also need following supportive efforts in effectively promoting your candidature.
Good resume and what else?
Cover letterMost important thing in your application, after the resume, is the cover letter. In your absence, as the case is many a times, you need some tool which can present your resume and introduce your candidature in the desired way. Writing the cover letter along with resume is the best way to do so. It not only conveys the desired message effectively, but does so in a personalized way with professional levels at par with that of yours.
How to write an effective cover letter would be discussed in upcoming blogs with every detail being considered, right from the introduction to the concluding lines. You can also refer to cover letter examples for gaining quick access to relevant and concise information, all presented in an easy to understand way, on writing the cover letter for your resume.
Interview preparationOne should not wait for the interview call to start the preparation. Even if this time you are not able to win the opportunity, your preparation can always be helpful in future opportunities, and save your crucial time. This saved time can be used for other preparatory activities, and optimize the selection chances comprehensively.
Certain things which need to be taken care of are mentioned below:
Study of company profile in terms on area of business, operational requirements, competition review, industrial trends etc. This knowledge will also be helpful in making your resume more relevant.Identify how your skills are compatible with the job description? This would help you to target the employer’s needs and promote your candidature effectively.Physical appearance is important for creating a professional appearance on first sight itself. You should be well-groomed and presentable for the interview.Carry all relevant documents with you which you may need to support the credentials shared in the resume.Be on time. Punctuality is the most important criteria for creating a positive first impression.Be mentally prepared for the job and willing to take up challenging assignments. This would help you boost your confidence, and cast a professional impression on the employers.
Remember, the age-old saying, “Well begun is half done”.
Wish you all the best!!!
Just like a dish has many ingredients making it delicious and appealing, so is it for a resume. Irrespective of whether you have a good resume or not, you can always do much more to make it professional and inciting for the employers.
Cooking good food is alone not enough for the customers to order it. It also requires efforts of the service staff to present it impressively and create an urge to order the dish. If you are able to understand the concept, you will be able to relate it in the context of a good resume. You might have referred to many resume samples for creating your resume, but to present it in a professional and impressive way in front of the employers is a challenging task yet again.
A good resume, would also need following supportive efforts in effectively promoting your candidature.
Good resume and what else?
Cover letterMost important thing in your application, after the resume, is the cover letter. In your absence, as the case is many a times, you need some tool which can present your resume and introduce your candidature in the desired way. Writing the cover letter along with resume is the best way to do so. It not only conveys the desired message effectively, but does so in a personalized way with professional levels at par with that of yours.
How to write an effective cover letter would be discussed in upcoming blogs with every detail being considered, right from the introduction to the concluding lines. You can also refer to cover letter examples for gaining quick access to relevant and concise information, all presented in an easy to understand way, on writing the cover letter for your resume.
Interview preparationOne should not wait for the interview call to start the preparation. Even if this time you are not able to win the opportunity, your preparation can always be helpful in future opportunities, and save your crucial time. This saved time can be used for other preparatory activities, and optimize the selection chances comprehensively.
Certain things which need to be taken care of are mentioned below:
Study of company profile in terms on area of business, operational requirements, competition review, industrial trends etc. This knowledge will also be helpful in making your resume more relevant.Identify how your skills are compatible with the job description? This would help you to target the employer’s needs and promote your candidature effectively.Physical appearance is important for creating a professional appearance on first sight itself. You should be well-groomed and presentable for the interview.Carry all relevant documents with you which you may need to support the credentials shared in the resume.Be on time. Punctuality is the most important criteria for creating a positive first impression.Be mentally prepared for the job and willing to take up challenging assignments. This would help you boost your confidence, and cast a professional impression on the employers.
Remember, the age-old saying, “Well begun is half done”.
Wish you all the best!!!
Is It Safe to Post My Resume Online?
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Now that you are ready with a good resume you need to post it online for employers to access it. Here are the pros and cons for doing the same. Read carefully!With the advent and advancement of internet, the globe has shrunk to a small village. Most of the industries, whether small ort big, have taken up to online business. All aspects of business, including the recruitment are now widely done over the net. The best example is increasing number of related resume websites and other professional job hunt sites. This invariably emphasizes on the need to promote your candidature online, over the web. Posting resume online is the first step of it, and thus is very crucial for successful job search. Posting your resume online would open up a plethora of job opportunities for you, making you the king. Internet has provided both the job seekers and job providers with a common platform to promote themselves and make most of the available opportunities. Thus, it is always recommended to post the resume online.
Benefits
How to counter the risks
Now that you are ready with a good resume you need to post it online for employers to access it. Here are the pros and cons for doing the same. Read carefully!With the advent and advancement of internet, the globe has shrunk to a small village. Most of the industries, whether small ort big, have taken up to online business. All aspects of business, including the recruitment are now widely done over the net. The best example is increasing number of related resume websites and other professional job hunt sites. This invariably emphasizes on the need to promote your candidature online, over the web. Posting resume online is the first step of it, and thus is very crucial for successful job search. Posting your resume online would open up a plethora of job opportunities for you, making you the king. Internet has provided both the job seekers and job providers with a common platform to promote themselves and make most of the available opportunities. Thus, it is always recommended to post the resume online.
Benefits
- Huge number of opportunities at a mouse click
- Highly economical option
- High ROI (return in investment) in terms of time and money spent in searching for job and applying for the same
- Quick response cycle
- Access to trusted placement assistance agencies
- Access to vast number of sample resumes and cover letters
- And many more depending upon your ability to explore the web
How to counter the risks
- Do not divulge your personal details
- Always cross verify all advertisements before sending your application
- If you find fake job postings, inform the concerned company about the same
- Never make any payment unless you are sure about the firm
- Verify the website of the recruiting firm by accessing it separately
- Always consult the friends and others
- Create your profile only with trusted job sites
How to Write Sample Resumes?
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Before we start with actual designing of a resume, let’s take a look at two popular and most commonly searched resume samples. They are Accounting resume and Nursing resume.
If you are wondering why we are discussing resume samples in this section, let me explain the purpose first. By discussing a sample accounting resume first, it will help us to evaluate our understanding of the basics behind striking resume designs. Then, we can subsequently implement the same in further discussions.In this section today, we are going to see a sample accounting resume. An accounting resume can be helpful for presenting your candidature for the relevant accounting job and to promote the credentials which can win you the job. In variably, these credentials have to be at par with the job description as discussed in earlier sections.
Accounting Resume Sample
Elisa j. Wagers133 Hickory Heights Drive, Columbia,Maryland – 21045, United StatesTel: (443) 910 2209, Email: elisa.wagers@youremailid.com
Career Goal: In quest for challenging assignments with a reputed organization as an accounting executive, with opportunities to explore personal skill-sets for mutual growth and development.
Skills Summary: I am an experienced professional with 3 years of experience with comprehensive exposure in different accounting jobs. My skills and knowledge of latest accounting practices at international level help me maintain the records at par with global norms.
Work Experience:I. Assistant Accounts Executive (2008 – till date) Imperial Tax Solutions LLC, 3231 Superior St, Bowie, MD
Job Responsibilities:
Education Qualifications:
Professional Skills:
Personal Skills:
References: Any references would be provided only if asked for.
Declaration:
Sign:__________
Date: 01/ December/ 2011 Place: Columbia, Maryland
In the above given sample resume, you may further add more details depending upon their relevancy to the desired job profile.From the sample resumes, you can refer to different sub-titles under which the necessary credentials can be shared. The layout can be chosen depending upon how attractive and professional it looks. Use of different formats for sharing the information such as bulleted lists, tables or paragraph should be judiciously used to maintain the formal look of the accounting resume.In our next blog, in line with the concept behind starting this free resume website blog; we would be discussing a sample nursing resume. This will help us to quickly grab the basic idea behind designing a job winning resume. Then, we can easily understand and relate our subsequent discussion.
If you are wondering why we are discussing resume samples in this section, let me explain the purpose first. By discussing a sample accounting resume first, it will help us to evaluate our understanding of the basics behind striking resume designs. Then, we can subsequently implement the same in further discussions.In this section today, we are going to see a sample accounting resume. An accounting resume can be helpful for presenting your candidature for the relevant accounting job and to promote the credentials which can win you the job. In variably, these credentials have to be at par with the job description as discussed in earlier sections.Accounting Resume Sample
Elisa j. Wagers133 Hickory Heights Drive, Columbia,Maryland – 21045, United StatesTel: (443) 910 2209, Email: elisa.wagers@youremailid.com
Career Goal: In quest for challenging assignments with a reputed organization as an accounting executive, with opportunities to explore personal skill-sets for mutual growth and development.
Skills Summary: I am an experienced professional with 3 years of experience with comprehensive exposure in different accounting jobs. My skills and knowledge of latest accounting practices at international level help me maintain the records at par with global norms.
Work Experience:I. Assistant Accounts Executive (2008 – till date) Imperial Tax Solutions LLC, 3231 Superior St, Bowie, MD
Job Responsibilities:
- Maintain accounting records of all transactions
- Generate reports for management decision making
- Advice clients with suitable tax solutions
- Close all deals and maintain a log of same
- Assist the Accounting manager in different operational activities
Education Qualifications:
| Course | College/ University | Year | Grade/ Percentage |
| MBA (Finance) | The Global Business School(Silver Spring, MD) | 2006 - 2008 | A / 87% |
| B. Com | Strayer University(Bethesda, MD) | 2003 – 2006 | B+ / 81 % |
Professional Skills:
- MS Office
- Tally 9.0
- International Accounting standards specialization
Personal Skills:
- Effective communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Meticulous work approach
- Quick decision making ability
- Resourcefulness
References: Any references would be provided only if asked for.
Declaration:
Sign:__________
Date: 01/ December/ 2011 Place: Columbia, Maryland
In the above given sample resume, you may further add more details depending upon their relevancy to the desired job profile.From the sample resumes, you can refer to different sub-titles under which the necessary credentials can be shared. The layout can be chosen depending upon how attractive and professional it looks. Use of different formats for sharing the information such as bulleted lists, tables or paragraph should be judiciously used to maintain the formal look of the accounting resume.In our next blog, in line with the concept behind starting this free resume website blog; we would be discussing a sample nursing resume. This will help us to quickly grab the basic idea behind designing a job winning resume. Then, we can easily understand and relate our subsequent discussion.
Sample Nursing Resume
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Having discussed and seen sample accounting resume, let's now move on to sample nursing resume. Note that, here we have to observe the difference in the layout and think of the different formats which are possible. Also, you will see that the key details still remain same, and only their order of occurrence may change depending upon the relevancy and importance in promoting your candidature.
Sample Nursing Resume
Liza G. Savage
4442 Broadcast Drive
Charlotte,
North Carolina - 28206
United States
Tel: (704) 232 7802
Email: liza.savage@anyemail.com
Career Goal:-
In quest of a nursing job with a reputed healthcare provider with challenging opportunities where my skills and knowledge are brought to best use, and contribute to organizational growth along with personal development.
Professional Summary:-I am a professional nurse with 3 years of comprehensive experience and expertise over different skills which help me to deliver my job responsibilities efficiently while ensuring complete patient satisfaction.
Academic credentials:-
1. Course: B.S. N (Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing)
Year: 2005 - 2008
Institute: Brookstone College of Medical Science, 10125 Berkeley Palace St, Charlotte, North Carolina.
2. Course: Certificate course in First-Aid
Year: 2003 – 2004
Institute: Surry Community College, 4649 US Hwy 601, Yadkinville, North Carolina.
Work experience:-
I.Designation: Senior Nurse
Hospital: Kindred Hospital
Term: 2009 – Till date
Job responsibilities
1.To ensure treatment programs are followed as prescribed
2.Maintain record of all periodic check ups
3.Follow up with the doctor on patient’s recovery
4.Provide training to others
5.Ensure cleanliness of the premises (ward room)
6.Implement hygienic practices among the staff
7.Keep first aid box always filled with all prescribed medicines and accessories
8.Ensure upkeep of all equipments used in the ward
II. Designation: Nurse (Geriatric)
Hospital: Osborne Community Health Center
Year: 2008 – 2009
Job responsibilities
1.Administer the prescribed treatment to patients
2.Maintain log of all patients and their individual treatments
3.Attend to emergency calls and provide first aid treatment
4.Handle all incoming calls
5.Regulate the visitors and relatives coming in the clinic
6.Assist the doctor and senior nurse with the treatment program implementation and evaluation
7.Maintain the work area clean and hygienic
Professional skills:-
First aid awareness
Pediatric treatment knowledge
Operational knowledge of various equipments used in the hospital
Personal skills:-
Pleasant personality
Meticulous work approach
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
References:-
Any reference would be provided on prior request only.
Signature:_____________
In the above given sample nursing letter you can add more details depending upon your individual candidature and their relevancy to the job profile. Do not include irrelevant details as they may give rise to unwanted questions during the interview, unless they are supportive to your candidature.
Now that you have seen different ways in which we can vary the layout and the number of pages in the resume, you can choose the one which best meets your requirements.
In our next blog, we would be discussing about the objective and contact details in a resume. If you have any questions or suggestions, you can post your comments below. To keep you updated about latest posts on my bog, I would suggest you may share this link or follow us. I hope this resume website helps you find answer to all your queries.
Sample Nursing Resume
Liza G. Savage4442 Broadcast Drive
Charlotte,
North Carolina - 28206
United States
Tel: (704) 232 7802
Email: liza.savage@anyemail.com
Career Goal:-
In quest of a nursing job with a reputed healthcare provider with challenging opportunities where my skills and knowledge are brought to best use, and contribute to organizational growth along with personal development.
Professional Summary:-I am a professional nurse with 3 years of comprehensive experience and expertise over different skills which help me to deliver my job responsibilities efficiently while ensuring complete patient satisfaction.
Academic credentials:-
1. Course: B.S. N (Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing)
Year: 2005 - 2008
Institute: Brookstone College of Medical Science, 10125 Berkeley Palace St, Charlotte, North Carolina.
2. Course: Certificate course in First-Aid
Year: 2003 – 2004
Institute: Surry Community College, 4649 US Hwy 601, Yadkinville, North Carolina.
Work experience:-
I.Designation: Senior Nurse
Hospital: Kindred Hospital
Term: 2009 – Till date
Job responsibilities
1.To ensure treatment programs are followed as prescribed
2.Maintain record of all periodic check ups
3.Follow up with the doctor on patient’s recovery
4.Provide training to others
5.Ensure cleanliness of the premises (ward room)
6.Implement hygienic practices among the staff
7.Keep first aid box always filled with all prescribed medicines and accessories
8.Ensure upkeep of all equipments used in the ward
II. Designation: Nurse (Geriatric)
Hospital: Osborne Community Health Center
Year: 2008 – 2009
Job responsibilities
1.Administer the prescribed treatment to patients
2.Maintain log of all patients and their individual treatments
3.Attend to emergency calls and provide first aid treatment
4.Handle all incoming calls
5.Regulate the visitors and relatives coming in the clinic
6.Assist the doctor and senior nurse with the treatment program implementation and evaluation
7.Maintain the work area clean and hygienic
Professional skills:-
First aid awareness
Pediatric treatment knowledge
Operational knowledge of various equipments used in the hospital
Personal skills:-
Pleasant personality
Meticulous work approach
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
References:-
Any reference would be provided on prior request only.
Signature:_____________
In the above given sample nursing letter you can add more details depending upon your individual candidature and their relevancy to the job profile. Do not include irrelevant details as they may give rise to unwanted questions during the interview, unless they are supportive to your candidature.
Now that you have seen different ways in which we can vary the layout and the number of pages in the resume, you can choose the one which best meets your requirements.
In our next blog, we would be discussing about the objective and contact details in a resume. If you have any questions or suggestions, you can post your comments below. To keep you updated about latest posts on my bog, I would suggest you may share this link or follow us. I hope this resume website helps you find answer to all your queries.
Resume Objective & Contact Details
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Thank you for visiting my blog again.Today, I am going to discuss and share some important tips which can be included, and should be followed while writing a job winning professional resume.
Let’s first understand why we include these details in the resume. Then, we can discuss on different ways to include them in the resume. Taking one at a time, let’s take the resume objective first.
Objective in the resume
Objective or goal or career goal, with whatever names it may be called; is the opening statement of your resume. It is a precise interpretation of your career expectations and desired job profile.
Why is objective important
Tips for drafting resume objective
We share contact details in the resume basically for three reasons. These are:
I hope you find the information informative helpful in making your resume influential and gain added advantage.
In our next blog I would be discussing about education details. Your feedback and suggestions would help resume website become a true one stop solution for all your job related queries.
Let’s first understand why we include these details in the resume. Then, we can discuss on different ways to include them in the resume. Taking one at a time, let’s take the resume objective first.
Objective in the resumeObjective or goal or career goal, with whatever names it may be called; is the opening statement of your resume. It is a precise interpretation of your career expectations and desired job profile.
Why is objective important
- Your objective helps the employers to identify what kind of job you are looking for, and if your expectations are in synchronization with the actual job he/she has on offer. This helps in reducing the chances of a candidate leaving the job quickly or not fulfilling the job expectations.
- It helps you to cast a positive first impression on the employers.
Tips for drafting resume objective
- It should be precise and concise.
- The language proficiency should be at par with the desired job profile and your level of comprehension.
- Keep it small and simple.
We share contact details in the resume basically for three reasons. These are:
- To provide contact details in case of situations where employers may want to contact you.
- It helps employers to create an impression about your personality. For example, a person from urban area is considered to be much more aware than someone from rural or remote parts. Note that, this may not be always true.
- If your area of residence is in proximity with the work area, an employer may find it more feasible to employ you than someone from distant place. The willingness to relocate, and relevant reasons such as boarding and lodging arrangements; are some of the reasons which can influence an employer and applicant’s decision to take up a job opportunity.
- Always include complete details. It must include complete mailing address (block, street, city, state, country and zip code.
- You may also share telephone numbers and email address as these are much popular now-a-days; and are quick and effective.
- Include them either at the beginning or the end for quick referral. Sharing contact details at the beginning is much more common and recommended.
I hope you find the information informative helpful in making your resume influential and gain added advantage.
In our next blog I would be discussing about education details. Your feedback and suggestions would help resume website become a true one stop solution for all your job related queries.
5 Temmuz 2012 Perşembe
Justifying Resume during the Interview
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Hey, welcome back to resume website.
Today we are going to discuss on how to justify the resume during the interview. It is the next crucial task which gains importance, after you have grabbed the interview call. All your efforts for drafting the resume can be actually fruitful only if you are able to carry forward the impression created in employers’ minds. This not only requires justifying your credentials shared in the resume, but also supporting them adequately.
In this blog on resume website, let’s discuss on different aspects which you should consider while giving an interview, to reinstate your claim for the job opportunity. For making it simple, I have shared my views and suggestions in simple tips, which can be easily understood and implemented.
Tips for justifying your resume during the interview
Some questions are very common and are asked by most of the employers. This would cover topics such as: about yourself, why particular job or company, where do you see yourself in 5 years from now, why should we hire you etc. While answering to these questions, you must relate to your career objective and the key skills shared in the interview. Always stress on your USPs (Unique selling propositions) which best fit the desired job profile, and are highlighted in your resume. Employers should not find it difficult to find any information while you are explaining the same.You may refer to specific sections in the resume to help the employers find the information easily. This becomes even more important if your resume has 3-5 pages. Other than the obvious questions, be prepared for common technical questions relating to your trade or profession.
It is always better to rehearse for the interview. It helps you in gaining more confidence and rectifies the errors if any. For rehearsing you can either do so in front of a friend or a mirror. Remember to maintain the eye-contact (do not stare) with the interviewer. If there a panel of interviewers, try to maintain a balance with emphasis on the panel head.
These tips will not only help you justify your resume effectively, but carry forward the professional image. This will help you optimize your chances of winning the grab opportunity and make your resume a truly job winning resume. If you have any more interesting ideas, please share them here. I will be pleased to add them in our next resume website blog. You can follow us my email also, and mail your feedback at arion.barry@gmail.com.
Today we are going to discuss on how to justify the resume during the interview. It is the next crucial task which gains importance, after you have grabbed the interview call. All your efforts for drafting the resume can be actually fruitful only if you are able to carry forward the impression created in employers’ minds. This not only requires justifying your credentials shared in the resume, but also supporting them adequately. In this blog on resume website, let’s discuss on different aspects which you should consider while giving an interview, to reinstate your claim for the job opportunity. For making it simple, I have shared my views and suggestions in simple tips, which can be easily understood and implemented.
Tips for justifying your resume during the interview
- Questions asked during the interview
Some questions are very common and are asked by most of the employers. This would cover topics such as: about yourself, why particular job or company, where do you see yourself in 5 years from now, why should we hire you etc. While answering to these questions, you must relate to your career objective and the key skills shared in the interview. Always stress on your USPs (Unique selling propositions) which best fit the desired job profile, and are highlighted in your resume. Employers should not find it difficult to find any information while you are explaining the same.You may refer to specific sections in the resume to help the employers find the information easily. This becomes even more important if your resume has 3-5 pages. Other than the obvious questions, be prepared for common technical questions relating to your trade or profession.- Documents or certificates
- Review company profile
- Rehearse well
It is always better to rehearse for the interview. It helps you in gaining more confidence and rectifies the errors if any. For rehearsing you can either do so in front of a friend or a mirror. Remember to maintain the eye-contact (do not stare) with the interviewer. If there a panel of interviewers, try to maintain a balance with emphasis on the panel head.These tips will not only help you justify your resume effectively, but carry forward the professional image. This will help you optimize your chances of winning the grab opportunity and make your resume a truly job winning resume. If you have any more interesting ideas, please share them here. I will be pleased to add them in our next resume website blog. You can follow us my email also, and mail your feedback at arion.barry@gmail.com.
How to Represent your Work Experience in Resume
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Now that we have understood how to write the objective and share contact details, let's move on to next important content of the resume – 'Work Experience'.
In this resume website blog, we are going to consider every fine detail which needs to be given due care, to have maximum impact on the readers.
Coming back to work experience, your work experience details highlight your experience and exposure to diversified job responsibilities. While sharing the same, it should be taken care that the professional impression is not distorted, but reinforced further. The tips shared below can be adhered to for the desired impact.ders, i.e. employers or recruiters. As far as educational details are considered, they can be included before or after the work experience. Depending upon your experience, decision should be made carefully. For inexperienced candidates or those with less experience, educational qualifications should be shared first.
Tips to include Work Experience in your resume effectively
A. Chronological order
Follow a chronological order, with the recent job being the first. Make sure that it is in same pattern as followed for education details and other credentials
B. Highlighting the details
Stress more on designation and job responsibilities. You can highlight them either by making the text BOLD or UNDERLINE it. If the organization you have worked with is renowned in the market, the organization name too can be highlighted. If you know that your past and the new organization are competitors in the same market, highlighting the name can be even more helpful.C. Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities should be shared if the job you are applying to has similar set of responsibilities as you have worked under before. This would certainly provoke the employers to consider your candidature. However, take care that you present them in a uniform pattern with no repetition, and only relevant details. Do not share all responsibilities held if they are not relevant unless specifically asked.Similarly, if the total number of pages in your resume is exceeding the average limit, you can avoid sharing all responsibilities of all designations held earlier. In such cases, you may share only last held job details.
D. Employment term:
Always include the term served with an organization. It is a major factor which helps employer’s to estimate your reliability and stability. The longer is the duration of these terms, more likely is an employer willing to recruit you, provided other conditions are fulfilled satisfactorily.
Once you have included the work experience details adhering to these tips, you can optimize the chances of your resume being reviewed by the employers.
Now that we have understood how to write the objective and share contact details, let's move on to next important content of the resume – 'Work Experience'.
In this resume website blog, we are going to consider every fine detail which needs to be given due care, to have maximum impact on the readers.
Coming back to work experience, your work experience details highlight your experience and exposure to diversified job responsibilities. While sharing the same, it should be taken care that the professional impression is not distorted, but reinforced further. The tips shared below can be adhered to for the desired impact.ders, i.e. employers or recruiters. As far as educational details are considered, they can be included before or after the work experience. Depending upon your experience, decision should be made carefully. For inexperienced candidates or those with less experience, educational qualifications should be shared first.
Tips to include Work Experience in your resume effectively
A. Chronological order
Follow a chronological order, with the recent job being the first. Make sure that it is in same pattern as followed for education details and other credentials
B. Highlighting the details
Stress more on designation and job responsibilities. You can highlight them either by making the text BOLD or UNDERLINE it. If the organization you have worked with is renowned in the market, the organization name too can be highlighted. If you know that your past and the new organization are competitors in the same market, highlighting the name can be even more helpful.C. Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities should be shared if the job you are applying to has similar set of responsibilities as you have worked under before. This would certainly provoke the employers to consider your candidature. However, take care that you present them in a uniform pattern with no repetition, and only relevant details. Do not share all responsibilities held if they are not relevant unless specifically asked.Similarly, if the total number of pages in your resume is exceeding the average limit, you can avoid sharing all responsibilities of all designations held earlier. In such cases, you may share only last held job details.D. Employment term:
Always include the term served with an organization. It is a major factor which helps employer’s to estimate your reliability and stability. The longer is the duration of these terms, more likely is an employer willing to recruit you, provided other conditions are fulfilled satisfactorily.
Once you have included the work experience details adhering to these tips, you can optimize the chances of your resume being reviewed by the employers.
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