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Resume Writing

I”m back out on the road again. Still taking classes online, finished the Network+ prep class with an A. Now I need to actually go take the test and get certified while I still remember stuff. The A+ certification looks like it’s in more demand if you go to sites like monster.com, but I had to take the class anyway and the college gives a discount voucher for taking the class, so might as well get the certification. Maybe I can stack my resume full of certifications with no experience? After I finish and get the A+ certification in December I may start seriously looking for computer work.

I might write everyday for several websites, but when it comes to writing a resume, forget it! I did find this great resource about writing resumes and it’s cheap! It explains the different formats for resumes, having the right format for the right job you’re applying for, plus several different examples of cover letters.

There’s a podcast I listen to that is more about Living in Las Vegas, but the wife of the couple used to work for Google as a recruiter and she now works in Vegas at one of the Gaming Industry recruiters. She was saying she only spends about 15 seconds scanning a resume, so the facts and the qualifications better stand out and better be easy to read or she will probably miss it.

She says she reads cover letters and they need to be straight to the point. Some recruiters don’t read cover letters, but they’re nice to have. If you include a cover letter, it needs to be done right.

If anyone else is in the job market scattering their resumes to jobs and online job sites, this is a great resource to have. Don’t be fooled by the low price, it’s packed full of tips and the correct way to do a resume from the beginning. For only $7 you can’t afford not to check this out, even if you think you already know how to write the best resume.

Go here for a great resume writing resource.

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    One Response to “Resume Writing”

    1. Jay on December 23rd, 2008 9:44 am

      I don’t know about the service you speak of, but the statements about cover letters are right on target.

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