How to Write a Resume
Resumes are means to present to employers written evidence of a job applicant’s skills and qualifications.
Not all job applications require a resume. Some of the jobs that require a resume are:
- Professional, administrative, managerial, and technical jobs
- Sales position
- Clerical, secretarial, and other office jobs
Skill jobs may sometimes require a resume. These include:
- Hotel clerk
- Baker
- Drafter
- Electrician
- Welder
Tips in Writing a Resume
- A resume may be organized in many ways. A job applicant must choose a format that best highlights his skills, training, and experience related to the position applying for.
- A resume must be very easy to read to provide employers at a glance the applicant’s name, location, skills, and qualifications.
- It must be concise and error free. It should also contain honest and positive information that’s related to the job goal.
Information to Include in a Resume
- Contact Information. It should contain the following information:
- Full Name
- Address (street address, apartment number, city, state, zip code)
- Telephone and/or mobile number
- E-mail address
- Job Objective or Employment Goal. Tell the employer the specific job that you are applying for. Use precise, descriptive words, such as “entry-level clerical position,” “marketing position in the advertising industry,” or “managerial position that uses my five years of sales experience.” Avoid vague statements.
