These days I’m getting geared up to update my resumé and cv. Applying to different positions and have a feel of whats out there than what I currently have or can possibly get.
Currently I have a chronological resumé as opposed to a functional one. Its the first time I’m actually developing a functional cv and resumé so my question is how many skills do you list on a functional resumé? I’ve seen examples and usually there are 4-5, what would be the optimum list of skills/competencies to put on a functional resumé?
I realize that the skills/competencies on a resumé are listed according to what the employer is looking for out there. (aka keywords to catch their eye)
From what I gather, functional resumés are usually for people who have gaps in their work history or are entering the workforce.
Any feedback is appreciated whether it be from your experience or theoretical.
You should enhance your resume for each job you are applying...make it more specific to the position you are applying for...re-arrnage your professional strengths accordingly
try to make resume of 1 page...at the max 2 pages...write appendix of Projects you have worked on ...carry them with you when you go for interview
the main resume should carry
- Your Details (Name, Address, Telephone, email all at the top center-aligned)
- Objective
- Professional Strengths (Experience, Team collaboration, Expertise, Zest, Communication skills)
- Skills (Language, IDE, Database,OS, Soft Skills, Functional skills)
- Professional Experience
- Education
Appendix should carry Professional Experience
- Reverse Cronological
- Details (Company, Project name, Client, Software and OS, Contribution...make sure each point in contribution starts with a verb like...Studies, Alanysed, Maintained, Developed, Designed, Tested, Prepared, Involved in, Applied...etc)
Hope it helps...
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Try www.monster.com. Apart from performing job searches, you can access the site's Information Center which gives tips on preparing resumes, interviewing, networking, and the like. In addition, try checking out the (Society for Human Resource Management) SHRM organization's website, www.shrm.org. I am a member of this organization and I have a password to get in but even if you don't have one, you can access some of the articles and materials related to human resources (topics of interest to you such as resume-preparation, etc.)