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Old 03-11-2010, 03:58 PM   #1
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Default Resumes and job seekers

I know there are a few on here searching for work.

There's a local company I've been watching for a couple of years now as I'd really like to work for them.

My resume is up to date, but I've decided to do a complete overhaul instead.

I guess I'm out of touch with what is really out there since I've most done teaching resumes.

This time I'm going more with core competencies and skill headings.

Any thoughts?

Oh...job I'm going for is to be a Trainer at a Learning Management Systems software place.
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Old 03-11-2010, 04:53 PM   #2
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Last resume' training class I had recently, their first tip was too focus more on specific accomplishments within a scope of employment rather then just stating qualifications.

be specific about your impact on that particulaer business. try to use physicaal numbers if possible. raised production 20% etc.

not sure if this was what you were looking for but thought I'd throw it out there.

Good luck with the hunt
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Old 03-11-2010, 05:06 PM   #3
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Education is key but your focus should be experience and proven performance. You also want to hit on added values you can bring to the table.
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Old 03-11-2010, 05:08 PM   #4
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Yes thanks!

I'm going to list key deliverables, physical numbers where I can, and value adds where I can!
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Old 03-11-2010, 05:13 PM   #5
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Objectives are history on resumes, don't waste the space. Start with brief paragraph selling yourself, almost like a 2-3 line cover letter. Then list your skillset in a grid (3x3 or 3x4) relevant to their position so they know right up front what you bring to the table.

Then dive into experience. State acheivements, not responsibilities, as much as possible.

If you'd like to review mine as a guide, I'd be happy to e-mail it to you. I've gotten several compliments on it from resume writing classes and have had some good luck with it when submitting to job listings.
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Old 03-11-2010, 05:16 PM   #6
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Please see my other post.

Do you do dishes at least?
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Old 03-11-2010, 05:37 PM   #7
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Please see my other post.

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Old 03-15-2010, 10:57 AM   #8
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Which "style" do you like best? Content doesn't matter since these aren't mine and I plan on changing the specifics. I'm just wondering which style is the most visually appealing.







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Old 03-15-2010, 11:00 AM   #9
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I like the 3rd one the best but get rid of that stupid column on the left.
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Old 03-15-2010, 11:07 AM   #10
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Rider, would you get rid of the quotes in the column and make it a bit smaller....or get rid of the column all together?
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