Designing the Perfect Resume - Softcover

Criscito, Pat

9780764112683: Designing the Perfect Resume

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764112686 ISBN 13: 9780764112683

Publisher: Barrons Educational Series Inc, 2000

"The perfect r sum," says author Pat Criscito, "is the one that fits the personality of its owner, tempered, of course, by the expectations of the industry." 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 the new 4th edition of "R sum s that Pop!, " formerly titled "Designing the Perfect R sum ." This book shows job seekers exactly how to create distinctive r sum s that reflect the unique personality of their owners--their strengths, their background and training, and their career goals. A "Twelve-Step R sum Writing Guide "opens the book, outlining rules for creating the perfect r sum from a rough concept to a finished presentation. Chapters that follow discuss different kinds of r sum, including functional, chronological, executive, the curriculum vitae, and creative r sum s. Then, the author shows job-seekers how to create and use electronic versions of their r sum, from e-mailable and scannable r sum s to LinkedIn and Facebook profiles. Nowadays, job seekers should expect to be "Googled" by hiring managers before being called for an interview. This book helps readers manage their online reputations using blogs and e-folios at their own personal Web sites. Nearly 200 sample r sum s included in this book can be adapted and personalized to fit the needs of each reader.

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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).

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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. "

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