Designing the Perfect Resume - Softcover

Criscito, Pat

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764112686 ISBN 13: 9780764112683

Publisher: Barrons Educational Series Inc, 2000

Synopsis

This popular guide for job seekers covers all aspects of rsum creation, including the difference between functional and reverse chronological rsums. Scores of newly updated sample rsums reflect many different job categories, and demonstrate effective use of type fonts, lines, graphics, and layout. The new second edition has been updated and expanded with two brand new chapters. One guides readers through a 12-step rsum writing process. The other shows how to make sure the rsum is scannable. Job hunters also get advice on how to write an effective, result-producing cover letter for today's employment market.

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Synopsis

Job seekers will find step-by-step instructions for creating an effective resume that presents their background and qualifications in the very best light. They will learn the difference between functional and reverse chronological resumes, and get advice on which style is best for their needs. They'll also find tips on making the most effective use of type fonts, graphic devices, and attractive layout when preparing a resume, as well as advice on creating electronic resumes. Many different job categories are reflected in this book's 220 sample resumes, which can be adapted and personalized for use by job seekers. New in this are more than 100 new resume designs created by members of the National Resume Writers Association (NRWA).

From the Inside Flap

(back cover)
DESIGNS THAT REFLECT YOUR PERSONAL BRAND
"The perfect r sum for today's job search," says author Pat Criscito, "is a blend of concise writing with the unique designs required for Internet r sum database." Writing and designing both paper and electronic versions of a r sum, and using them to build a brand identity on the Web, are the focus of "R sum?'s That Pop!, "formerly titled "Designing the Perfect R sum . "You'll learn how to create a distinctive r sum that reflects your unique personality--your strengths, your background and training, and your career goals.

Write the perfect r sum, using the author's award-winning "Twelve-Step R sum Writing Process "and easy-to-use worksheets

Create the type of r sum that best fits your needs: reverse chronological, functional, executive, curriculum vitae, or creative

New in This Edition: Discover how to create and use electronic versions of your r sum, including ASCII text r sum?'s for cutting and pasting or uploading to career websites on the Internet

Also New: Supporting documents for your career search, including e-Folios, bios, blogs, project lists, proposals, references, cover letters, and LinkedIn and Facebook profiles
"Also included: Nearly 200 sample r sum?'s that you can adapt and personalize. "

Edition details

• Publisher: Barrons Educational Series Inc
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764112686
• ISBN 13: 9780764112683
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 314