I have decided it is time to update my resume to include my current temporary employment assignment. I believe this is a good start in preparing me for my upcoming job search. That said, I am considering a total revamp – maybe altering the style of my resume from chronological to functional. Or perhaps I may even change my resume to reflect a combination of chronological and functional resume features.
I understand that the purpose of a resume is to get my foot in the door and schedule an interview. So how do I make that happen?
Are there any readers out there that work in Human Resources? Does anyone have any suggestions for me? What can I do with my resume in order to stand out from the rest of the crowd?
The damn palm
6 days ago
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What I learned and what has been successful is to decide what your strengths are and make a very short opening statement on your resume, that lists maybe three things you do really well. Then, you can do a chronological list but for each job, show how you utilized each of the strengths you mentioned in the opening statement. Also, I would only do that for maybe the last three jobs you've held and then list the rest chronologically. You should also list any volunteer experience you have had.
Oh, I like that idea...say what I'm good at and then indicate where/how I was good at those things. Unfortunately, my last two jobs have not been actual paralegal work, but administrative work, so I may need to adjust accordingly. And I always like to include my volunteer work for the Oregon Govenor's State Employees Food Drive Coordinator. Thank you for the suggestions!
i miss your posts. please let us, your faithful readers, have something to look forward to ;-)
tu amiga,
teresa
I hope you are doing ok Cynthia...I miss reading your blog!
Your friend,
Tad
well what's up with you guys? You have not posted in a long time.
I posted a comment here long ago and it didn't show up, starting to worry now about you guys. Please let us know how you are! linda lou
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