Tracey Said:

I want to write a great resume. I do database development and research for mergers and acquisitions?

We Answered:

First.................get a real job!

Charlene Said:

I honestly don't know how to write a great resume.So can somebody plz help me.Asst. Manager for 2yrs in Rest.?

We Answered:

You'd want to first highlight your best skills/attributes. For example:

Jane/John Doe
123 Abc St
etc.

Summary:
Hard working, responsible and outgoing. Major strengths include:

- Leaderships qualities
- Multitasking abilities
- Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications etc. etc. etc.

Then include your experience:

2007 - Present
Restaurants Name - Assistant Manager
Responsibilities include:
- staff scheduling
- resolving customer complaints etc. etc. etc.

Then follow that with your education/training info and any achievements you may have had.

Don't be too wordy, keep things short, concise and point form where possible. No employer wants to read a book and many will just toss your resume away if it is too difficult to skim the information they want. Use proper spacing and bold headlines and make sure everything is spelled correctly!

Stephen Said:

What do you think is the best online site to help you write a GREAT resume?

We Answered:

General sites such as monster.com, hotjobs.com, and careerbuilder.com are helpful.

I've also liked these sites: http://jobstar.org/tools/resume/index.ph…

http://jobsearch.about.com/od/resumes/Re…

If you would like book suggestions, I like "Resume Magic" and "Resumes that Knock 'Em Dead". They should be available at the library.

Good luck!

Sandra Said:

How do I write a great resume? Help me find a job in clerical work?

We Answered:

Organization and formatting are key factors for a great resume. Often, human resources reps have to look through several resumes. If you have a poorly organized resume, then it makes it harder for the HR person to review it (and they may not choose to spend extra time reviewing it).

Generally, one possible way to format your resume is to start with an Education section, followed by Work Experience and Volunteer Experience sections. Of course, each job position should be listed chronologically within each section.

Each position should show the dates that you worked and the company. And most importantly (and this is sometimes the trickiest part), you should provide a job description of your daily tasks, which highlights the skills you obtained and your strengths. However, remember not to overembellish. Another tip: avoid using passive voice in the job descriptions; but try to use "action/proactive" verbs (e.g., improve, facilitate, conduct, summarize).

I know this may seem a little tricky. There are also professionals who specialize in resume review, if you feel you need/want some help. Good luck on the job search! If you're interested in contacting someone who reviews resumes professionally, I have a friend who has reasonable rates. Once again, best wishes and
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