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write a free resume! There is no magic formula for writing a resume. However, there are steps that must be followed if you want to write a Winning resume - one that gets you noticed!
Is it going to be easy? For some maybe and for others it will require a little work.
Consider it an educational journey...
When you take the time to write a free resume it will give you the opportunity to really explore your skills & qualifications.
The more you know about yourself the more valuable & prepared you'll be when interviewing for that new job or negotiating a salary.
Remember, your resume is all about selling yourself - you are the product.
So what are you waiting for...
Follow the steps outlined below and learn how to write a free resume!
Prior to preparing your own resume you need to do a few things:
- What job are you applying for? The "job title."
- Have the job announcement in front of you.
- Highlight the specific duties & skills required for the position.
There is no "One Size fits All Job Resume." The most effective resumes focus on the specific job announcement and the listed job requirements!
The Key is tailoring your resume, skills & qualifications, to fit those outlined in the job announcement.
Step 1. Information gathering
- List of employers (if any), addresses, dates of employment, supervisor names, phone #'s, & job titles held.
- Diplomas, certificates, and any training applicable to the position you're applying for (location of schools, training, dates, and credit hours or length of time in wks).
- References: names, addresses, & phone #'s.
Step 2. Contact information
Reviewing a good outline of a resume will show you the basics of what you need to include in a resume. Follow the example outlined to list your contact information. Make sure you use a phone number that is reliable. If you don't have one get a cell phone with nationwide coverage.
You don't want to miss the important interview call!
Step 3. Decide on a resume format
Resources are available on this website to help you determine which resume format to use (Chronological, Functional, or Combination).
Step 4. Choosing a resume template
There is some debate on whether or not to use a template when creating a resume.
I recommend using them. Why?
They give your resume a consistent appearance, they save time, and most are fully customizable allowing you the freedom to change them to "fit your needs."
Click on resume templates on the menu on the left to find more information.
Free resume templates Microsoft Word downloads are an excellent resource for templates to use when you write a free resume.
You can also use this FREE online resume builder to create your resume.
Step 5. Content...
By now you should be ready to write a free resume.
You have a good idea of the structure and most of the information needed has been gathered.
So...
Below your contact information you're going to want to add an "objective". The objective tells the employer what job or position you are applying for:
Objective: Seeking a position as an armed security guard for Pinkerton Services"
Using an objective is optional, however, it is usually a good idea to be specific when writing your resume.
If you decide not to use an objective then use either a "Career Summary" or "Professional Experience" block highlighting your skills & accomplishments in a short paragraph. Tailor them to the employer's needs!
Follow-up with filling in the rest of your resume by using the resources on this website!
You'll want to list your education, work experience, and other information like special skills, training, or certifications you may have that are applicable to the job.
Finally, after you write a free resume make sure you have someone read it over for you to get a fair evaluation of it.