Ralph Said:

What should I write in my resume under career objectives?

We Answered:

Hi Rachel,

This list of books will help you write your resume; you haven't stated the type of career that you are interested in, therefore, I can't be more helpful.

My suggestion is that you visit your local library and review all or any of the following Job Search/Career-Change books:

Allen. Jeffery G. - The Complete Q&A Job Interview Book - 4th Edition - ISBN 0-471-65125-7.

Beatty. Richard H. - The Resume Guide - 3rd Edition – ISBN0-471-12403-6.

Betrus. Michael CPRW - Perfect Phrases for Resumes. ISBN 0-07-145405-5

Bolles. Richard N – What Color Is Your Parachute? Job Hunter and Career Changers Manual
ISBN 1-58008-615-2. I suggest that you buy this book because you will need it for on-going reference.

Garside. Philip - The Secrets to getting a Job. ISBN 1-864-47097-6

Madero. Frank J. The Resume Guide. ISBN 1 74110 095 X. (How to write a winning resume)
This Resume Guide. ISBN 1 74110 095 X - is a particularly good guide because it has a great range of sample resumes.

Some tips about Job Applications:
Type your job Applications on A4 White Paper - do not fold your letter or resume - use an A4 White Envelope to post them. Keep copies of your correspondence in separate folders near your phone with the name of each company written on a paper slip attached so that you may open the correct folder if you have more than one job application on the go. This helps when you receive a phone-reply to a job application - you simply ask who is calling and retrieve the correct folder.

The very best way to secure Gainful Employment? Write to a company/organization that you would like to work for. Against 'Subject' in you letter - write, Subject: Speculative Job Application - (state the vacancy you want)

All resumes should have an Objective or Summary = different descriptors for the same thing. Your Objective needs to be carefully crafted.
Example: Seeking employment with a reputable organization where I can put my skills and experience to enhance my employers business. To value the opportunity to improve customer focus and become a valued employee.

Note: Your emphasis should be on what you can do for the business, not what the company can do for you - in other words, you avoid the notion that you are using the job as a stepping stone to something better, even if you are. You will need to craft your own Objective. Frank Madero's book above will help you.

Best wishes for your career.