If you are applying for a specific position or looking for a very specific position, do it, otherwise if you are generally posting it on job sites like monster, put the industry, and several roles by which your resume could be found.
I hope that everyone is using more than one resume.....I mean, there should be a specific resume geared to suit specific positions and industries.
Don't try to use the same for all.
Yep yep yep I do that
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but most of the other tips above are pretty new to me. Keep em coming
What about cover letters… I find that the hardest. Cuz most of the stuff is detailed in the resume… I usually give a summery in the cover letter specific to the position. And (being a full time student) my availability.
hmmm... resumes and cvs and cover letters.
man! tis alwayz an issue.
Well firstly, like Muzna suggested, have different versions of your resume.
For example I have an academic version of resume and cv highlighting publications and research etc. and a more professional version of resume and cv highlighting certifications and related work experience
formats:
- text based format 75cpl(characters per line including spaces) with asterisks etc. for bullets
- html version (use tables and headings and no browser-specific features)
- word doc version (as much as I don't like M$ Apps, the fact remains a lot of companies use it!)
As far as pdf goes, its a no no.
Most companies I've seen will either be ok with html and text OR they will ask for a word doc format.
Finally, DO post your resume' online and use logical meta tags on your webpages. You'll be surprised how many companies find you without you finding them.
Ciao.
Some good ideas here. Like Fraudz indicated that Resume is only to get you an interview, and after that it is all upto you. Therefore, it should stand out from the pack. In my experience, it should never be more than one page, and preferably in an easy to read font and 10cpi. Avoid mixing Italics with Regular (it gives headache to those reviewing it). Be concise and avoid using big words, as most HR professionals are not looking for your vocab. Check it many times (have other look at it too) for spelling errors, because that is a big no-no.
Good luck. It reminds me that I have to update my resume (to add my CCO (Chief Cultural Officer) experience at Gupshup for the last 7 months).
Cover letters are an interestng beast. You dont want to repeat all that is in your resume in an paragraph format on the cover letter.
Talk about your abilities and strengths and how they related to the desired job, and what you can bring to the table.
Ever heard the term elevator pitch, idea is if you are in an elevator with the hiring manager and you have very limited time in which to get him interested in learning more about your background, what would you do for him to ask for more info.
similarly what do u need to write in a cover letter that will make him really read your resume vs just glancing over it.