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Resume is a tool to market yourself, when written properly, it will show the skills, experience, and achievements that match the job requirements that you want. This tutorial will introduce 3 resume templates for you to refer to before writing your own resume. In addition, you will learn how to organize your content to highlight skills and engage readers.

Steps

Method 1 of 5: Resume Format

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   Text format. The first thing that recruiters will see on the resume is the writing. So it's very important to make a first impression. Go for a professional 11 or 12 size font. Times New Roman typeface is classic serif, while Arial and Calibri are two great choices for sans-serif. . Although vacuum typeface is more commonly used on resumes, Yahoo has voted Helvetica typeface the best choice for resumes.
   • Many people find Times New Roman Typeface a bit difficult to read on the screen. So if you're sending your resume by email, try using Georgian typeface to make it easier to read.
   • You can use multiple typefaces for each part of your resume, but try to use two at most. On the other hand, instead of changing the font style, you can format the text as bold or italic.
   • For headlines or intro, you can choose a font size of 14 or 16.Don't choose a larger text size.
   • Your resume should be printed in dark black ink. Therefore, format the paths (such as email addresses) so that they will not display blue or a contrasting color when printing.

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   Format page. Each page should have margins 2.5 cm wide with Line spacing of 1.5 or 2. Content in the body should be left-aligned and the profile of personal information should be centered. at the top of the page.

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   Presenting personal information. This section will be at the top, including your information such as name, address, email and phone number. Your name should be larger in size 14 or 16. If you have home phone and mobile number, list both.

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   Choose a layout. Resumes can be designed in three general patterns: chronological, functional or a combination of both. The work experience and job you're applying for will help you decide which type to use.
   • The chronological resume is used to show development in a career path. This type is suitable for those who apply to work in the same field to see the change of responsibility over time.
   • Functional resumes often focus on skills and experience rather than the work process. Those who have a gap in the working process or have experience from being in the job for a while should use this style.
   • The combined resume, as the name implies, is a combination of chronological and functional resume keeping. This type is used to show the specific skills you gain through each job. If you have accumulated experience from many different fields, then this is the best resume style for you.
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Method 2 of 5: Resume Chronically

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   List of work history. Since this is a chronological resume, your jobs should be listed in order and begin with the most recent job. Please provide complete information such as your company name, address, title, duties and responsibilities during the time you work there.
   • It is more effective to show the position first to show your position in each job. However, you can also leave the company name first. Whichever option you choose, work with the same structure throughout your resume.
   • For each job, write in the "achievements" section with a few lines briefly describing the important things that you have achieved in the job.

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   Provide information about the learning process. Just like with work, you should list your learning in chronological order and begin with the most recent course. Indicate your university major, short-term course, or career class. If you graduated and received your degree, specify the name of the diploma and the year you received it. Conversely, if you have not graduated yet, simply write down the time you have attended the program and the intended graduation time.
   • In each listing, provide the college / program name, address and level or field of study.
   • If you have a GPA of 8 (equivalent to a GPA of 3.5) or higher, don't forget to include it in the school / level information.

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   List a special skill or qualification. After you've presented important information - work and education experience - you can choose to provide additional information that you consider important. Create a section called "Special Skills" or "Qualifications" to list those things.
   • If you know more than one language, please list in this section. Be sure to state the level - for example, beginner, intermediate, advanced, fluent, etc.
   • If you are good at a job, as a result, you stand out from other candidates - such as computer programming - don't forget to show your level of expertise.

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   Provide reference information. You will need to include information for 2-4 people (other than family and friends) including names, relationship between you two, phone number, address and email.
   • The best references should be your manager or supervisor at work, or the instructor of a subject in which you are performing well.
   • The place you are applying for may be in contact with references so inform them in advance that you are applying for a job and need them to provide some recommendation.
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Method 3 of 5: Resume Functions

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   Provide information about the learning process. Just like with work, you should list your learning in chronological order and begin with the most recent course. Indicate your university major, short-term course, or career class. If you graduated and received your degree, specify the name of the diploma and the year you received it. Conversely, if you have not graduated yet, simply write down the time you have attended the program and the intended graduation time.
   • In each listing, specify the university / program name, address and level or field of study.
   • If you have a GPA of 8 (equivalent to a GPA of 3.5) or higher, don't forget to include it in the school / level information.

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   List the awards and accomplishments you have made. If you receive an award or certificate of merit, specify the name, date and purpose of the award. You may also mention being on the "elite student list" for having a high GPA. Make your employer feel like a hard-working and successful person by making a list of the accomplishments you have.
   • If you work part-time and get a special reward, don't forget to list that.
   • Even if you have been rewarded for volunteering, feel free to list them in this section. Highlight meaningful things you've done and get recognized for.

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   Demonstrating special skills. While the awards and achievements are written specifically, the skills section will be described in general. List a few positive personality traits to illustrate yourself. For example: punctuality, extroverted, enthusiastic, hardworking, or team spirit.

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   List of work history. Since this is not the focus, you will list it at the end so that employers can read your impressive achievements first.
   • You should leave a subheading for the experiences you gain through each job, such as “Management Experience”, “Legal Experience” or “Experience in Finance Management”.
   • For each job, remember to clearly state your company name, address, title, duties, responsibilities, and working time.
   • Adding an optional section is: under each job description you can add a bold “Achievements” heading and list two or three achievements you made in the job.
   • Make sure your job descriptions include specific numbers, meaning you will illustrate your experience and accomplishments with numbers. The inclusion of numbers on the resume will help recruiters easily grasp the experience accumulation process and the number of achievements.

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   List volunteer activities. If you have participated in many volunteer activities, please do so fully. Include the name of the volunteer project, date of participation / total hours of operation and your responsibilities.

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   Give reference information. The last thing you need to do is provide information from 2 to 4 references. These people are not related to you but have collaborated on the job. They may be former managers, lecturers at university or volunteer team leaders.
   • Provide reference name, relationship between two people, address, email and phone number.
   • The place you are applying for may be in contact with references so inform them in advance that you are applying for a job and need them to provide some recommendation.
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Method 4 of 5: Combination Resume

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   Choose a resume writing format. Since you're writing a corporate resume, there's no need to follow any guidelines or frameworks. Most people will have a different resume mix, you just need to focus on your strengths. In addition to work experience and learning history, you have the option of presenting skills, awards and achievements, volunteering and other qualifications.

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   Presentation of working history. You can do this in two ways. If you work in multiple fields, you should write a subheading for each job classifying the skills you used. If you can highlight the skills you gained from your previous job, simply list the jobs chronologically, without any subheadings.
   • Remember to provide complete information about the old workplace, including company name, address, your title, duties, responsibilities and working hours.

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   Present information about the learning process. The academic background details will be similar to the information you'll present in the two types of resume above; the only difference is in the placement. For each school or course you have attended, provide the school name, address, degree or certificate you received and the length of time you attended.
   • If your GPA is 8 (equivalent to a GPA of 3.5) or higher then don't forget to mention that.

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   Provide other necessary information. After the job and education presentations, you can add more information that you think the employer should know. Alternatively, you can choose to add special expertise, skills, awards and achievements or volunteer work.

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   List of references. Include information from 2-4 qualified reference respondents (who are not family and friends). Remember to clearly state your name, relationship between you two, phone number, address and email. advertisement

Method 5 of 5: Highlighting Content

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   List the job titles that attract recruiters' attention. Review the titles you have listed, are they interesting and informative? Instead of saying you are a Cashier, say you are a Customer Care Specialist, or an Administrative Assistant for the Secretary. However, do not use misleading title names. Think about finding a position that explains the work you have done and that will interest readers.
   • For example, “Management” cannot clearly describe who you manage and what. “Sales Manager” or “CEO” will be more specific and catchy.
   • See the title list for an idea for a name that clearly represents what you have done.

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   Use keywords wisely. Currently, many employers have used special software to scan some keywords to screen the resume before being moderated by Human Resources staff again. You will need to make sure that your resume contains some keywords related to the industry and the job you're applying for.
   • View keywords used in the job ad. If your employer requires research as a required skill, you should incorporate the word ‘research’ into one of the job descriptions or skill sections presented on your resume.
   • Avoid using too many keywords mentioned in job ad, otherwise your resume will be very suspicious.

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   Use strong verbs to describe responsibilities and accomplishments. This will emphasize the skills and ability to get the job done for you. Place responsibility verbs at the beginning of a sentence as you write about the task in the job description. For example, if you are Receptionist, you will use verbs like 'plan', 'offers' and 'offers'. You can say this: ‘planning meetings’ ‘customer support’ and ‘providing administrative assistance’.

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   Check for spelling errors and read the resume again. You cannot skip this step. Read your resume over and over again and ask someone to help you reread. Then, have someone else not close to read the resume. Spelling and grammatical errors will put your resume to a halt regardless of your experience and skills.
   • Note yourself mistakes, grammatical errors, contact accuracy, typos, and punctuation.
   • Check several times to make sure the formats are correct and that you didn't miss any important information.
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Advice

• Include your facts on your resume, don't brag about "unbelievable real" stuff.
• Buy good quality white paper in an envelope of the same color if you decide to mail your resume. Print the sender and recipient addresses on the cover of the letter; This is especially important if you are applying for a Clerical, Administrative Assistant or Law Assistant position, which requires you to know how to prepare and print cover letters.
• Edit the resume to suit each job. Read the application announcement carefully to see how employers are looking for candidates. If the job requires the candidate to have 3 to 5 years of experience, make sure that the resume you send to the recruiter shows that you satisfy that requirement.
• Creation. This doesn't mean you should use colorful typography or spray perfume on your resume before mailing it, but bullet points, bold typography, capital letters, and information arrangement will make you stand out. turn out more than the other candidates. You should know that recruiters spend an average of 7 seconds surfing your resume before deciding to read it all or throw it in the trash. You need to keep employers interested in your skills and accomplishments in order to make a decision in the short term.
• Market yourself. Don't tell the employer that you just ‘answer the phone’ in your old job. Instead, say that 'on the phone line and still being polite and not keeping customers waiting for long'.
• Show off, don't talk out loud. As you bulleted about your skills or expertise on your resume, be sure to list a number of numbers that show your accomplishments. This will help recruiters visualize the value that you will contribute to their company.