HOw to write resume?

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It takes only a few seconds for an employer to size up a resume. An excellent resume should be a well-organized, easy to read capsule of your abilities and achievements created to capture the employer’s attention. Your resume is your personal advertisement. Above all, it is a marketing tool whose objective is to obtain an interview.

Proofread - Have 2 people check your resume for content and spelling before you fire it off.  Once having read your resume, they should then have a clear understanding of the scope and function of your position. In addition, your proofreaders may be able to point out things you may have overlooked, or that you might not have thought were relevant or necessary.

Keep It Short - Limit your resume to 2-3 pages

Be Accessible - Include both a permanent contact and present address, phone number, fax, and e-mail address.

Layout - List jobs in reverse chronological order. Lay out your job titles/headings in boldface type.

Use Concise Descriptions - Position titles don’t always reflect job content. Spell out your responsibilities emphasizing your achievements in each role. Try to keep job descriptions to 3-5 sentences. Write job descriptions in easy to understand terms, and as completely as space allows.

Quantify Achievements - Mention major accomplishments that emphasize your successes, providing measurement data to reinforce these achievements if available. Use action verbs to start each sentence (i.e.: designed, organized, built, developed, coordinated, earned, analyzed, established).

Correct Timelines - Ensure dates are correct and account for any gaps in time.

Be Honest - Don’t omit or misrepresent your educational achievements or professional credentials.

Provide Relevant Information - Describe your part-time jobs, community volunteer work and professional awards that show off your expertise, enthusiasm and dedication.