resume critiquing
got any pointers?
i woudl up load mine so you cna see.... but .docx is invalid
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got any pointers?
i woudl up load mine so you cna see.... but .docx is invalid
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resume critiakeing
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Definately use a spell check a couple times in the "critiakeing" process. :angel:
I'm not sure what type of work you are applying for but do whatever it takes to make yours stand out from a stack of others that are otherwise just like it.
Go beyond just putting it on resume paper instead of reg. printer paper too. Everyone else already thought of that one.
Don't be affraid to sound boastful. You ARE whoring yourself as best you can.
A little snipit I heard the other day... the word "resume" is like the 7th most searched word according to Ask.com so there is certainly much interest in doing one correctly and therefore will be piles and piles of information for you to pilfer through and decifer.
Good luck!
I'm not sure what type of work you are applying for but do whatever it takes to make yours stand out from a stack of others that are otherwise just like it.
Go beyond just putting it on resume paper instead of reg. printer paper too. Everyone else already thought of that one.
Don't be affraid to sound boastful. You ARE whoring yourself as best you can.
A little snipit I heard the other day... the word "resume" is like the 7th most searched word according to Ask.com so there is certainly much interest in doing one correctly and therefore will be piles and piles of information for you to pilfer through and decifer.
Good luck!
Hopefully your resume uses better English than your post does.
Resumes should be targeted specifically to the company you apply for, and you need to call them a bunch to insure they know you've applied and are in earnest.
The intro paragraph should include at least a brief snippet praising their company, and your desire to work for them, as well as what you offer their company to improve their business.
Applicant Name
Contact Info
Title - Seeking employment with Sally's Adult Toys, Product Testing Dept.
Greetings,
I am interested in employment with Sally's Adult Toys. I have used many of your products and they are the finest I've handled. I have extensive testing experience included in my 10 years, and I will do things that not even lab rats will do.
Experience, Job History. Target the aspects of your various jobs that would help this company. Use industry buzzwords if possible. Don't detail unrelated jobs.
Education. Again, try to tie in scope of education with their needs.
Salary desired. This is a tough one. But if you don't include it, you are less likely to get interviewed, and if you show up for an interview just to find the salary is too low, you've wasted valuable time.
Hours limitations. If you have shifts you won't work, state that. If you will work any hours, that can be a big plus and move you to the top of the list.
Resumes should be targeted specifically to the company you apply for, and you need to call them a bunch to insure they know you've applied and are in earnest.
The intro paragraph should include at least a brief snippet praising their company, and your desire to work for them, as well as what you offer their company to improve their business.
Applicant Name
Contact Info
Title - Seeking employment with Sally's Adult Toys, Product Testing Dept.
Greetings,
I am interested in employment with Sally's Adult Toys. I have used many of your products and they are the finest I've handled. I have extensive testing experience included in my 10 years, and I will do things that not even lab rats will do.
Experience, Job History. Target the aspects of your various jobs that would help this company. Use industry buzzwords if possible. Don't detail unrelated jobs.
Education. Again, try to tie in scope of education with their needs.
Salary desired. This is a tough one. But if you don't include it, you are less likely to get interviewed, and if you show up for an interview just to find the salary is too low, you've wasted valuable time.
Hours limitations. If you have shifts you won't work, state that. If you will work any hours, that can be a big plus and move you to the top of the list.
Ditto what Smokeshow said about selling yourself. Bragging on a resume works.
I have had the opportunity to be both the employer and employee in my life. Prior to self-employment, I held at least a dozen jobs. Bouncer, cook, newspaper delivery, salesman, electronic assembly, machinist, computer programmer, R&D technician, automotive, inspector, etc. I was always looking for my next job, but always sold myself like all I've wanted to do in life is work for them. I had a better than 50% success rate at landing jobs even when there were over 100 applicants. I turned down more jobs than I took.
The Unemployment office is where I found some of the best jobs. I think I collected unemployment twice in my life, but only for a couple weeks. But I continued to check up there for job leads.
I have had the opportunity to be both the employer and employee in my life. Prior to self-employment, I held at least a dozen jobs. Bouncer, cook, newspaper delivery, salesman, electronic assembly, machinist, computer programmer, R&D technician, automotive, inspector, etc. I was always looking for my next job, but always sold myself like all I've wanted to do in life is work for them. I had a better than 50% success rate at landing jobs even when there were over 100 applicants. I turned down more jobs than I took.
The Unemployment office is where I found some of the best jobs. I think I collected unemployment twice in my life, but only for a couple weeks. But I continued to check up there for job leads.
this is basicly what i got. i C&Ped it... i use spell shecking and have other read/proof read my stuff. only thing that suck right now is i dont currently hold a CDL though it woudl be fairly easy to get
only thing that suck right now is i dont currently hold a CDL though it woudl be fairly easy to get
here is the opener for my resume there are some greast resorces online to help with resume writing but usually cost money, really sell yourself like your the cure for cancer , be confidant and include personal info paint a picture of who you are personally ( hobbies interest ect ) and profesionally this is just a snip it there is much more , but it might give you some ideas . also get your cdl i havent needed mine for 8+ years but i keep it current just to have a few options if they are ever needed .
I pride myself in work ethic. I am a loyal and dedicated individual who has a great deal of ambition. I love to learn, and am always up for a challenge. I get along well with others, while also working efficiently on my own. I am seeking a position where I can develop and excel while giving my best to an employer.
I pride myself in work ethic. I am a loyal and dedicated individual who has a great deal of ambition. I love to learn, and am always up for a challenge. I get along well with others, while also working efficiently on my own. I am seeking a position where I can develop and excel while giving my best to an employer.
this is basicly what i got. i C&Ped it... i use spell shecking and have other read/proof read my stuff.
IMO, pad the education a bit. I would leave the GED off, since they will assume that being in the US Navy would require a HS diploma.
Use US Navy in the content more. Most large employers (and small) look very favorably on military training and service.
Note Honorably Discharged xx/xx and any promotions, awards, job codes, etc.
Kinda like this:
Related Education:
Related Education:
- US Navy Basic Automotive Maintenance School Graduate - covering fluids, normal wear components, troubleshooting, tires and brakes, and filters. #1 in my class.
. - US Navy Advanced Automotive Training Class Graduate - covering complete rebuilding, repairing and replacing of all components on over-the-road and off-road vehicles, diesel, gasoline, and electric. #2 in my class.
. - 5+ years of US Navy Preventive Maintenance and Planning Continuing Education Program.
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Add any form of supervisory experience, even if not official, and the number of people you led. "Lead mechanic of a crew of 20", "Trained 100 new recruits.", "Shop steward" or whatever.
Phone a friend at the place you are applying to and have them put in a good word for you. Seriously. If that's an option, USE IT TO THE FULLEST. More times than not, it's gonna help "knowing someone" when getting a job wherever.
it so happens, I know a guy that was a shop supervisor/lead mechanic at Penske in Bowling Green, KY. Young man too (late 20s at the time). He made good money IMO at $70K+/yr. Let me try to find his number and see if thinks he can help you. I know he no longer works for them though.
C-ya
Seriously. If that's an option, USE IT TO THE FULLEST. More times than not, it's gonna help "knowing someone" when getting a job wherever.it so happens, I know a guy that was a shop supervisor/lead mechanic at Penske in Bowling Green, KY. Young man too (late 20s at the time). He made good money IMO at $70K+/yr. Let me try to find his number and see if thinks he can help you. I know he no longer works for them though.
C-ya
got alot of help from a friend.. still learning visa word
this is the form/style that he went with... would say it the best but it is a very good starting point so i ain complaining to muchs:baby:
this is the form/style that he went with... would say it the best but it is a very good starting point so i ain complaining to muchs:baby:
i will take itPhone a friend at the place you are applying to and have them put in a good word for you.
it so happens, I know a guy that was a shop supervisor/lead mechanic at Penske in Bowling Green, KY. Young man too (late 20s at the time). He made good money IMO at $70K+/yr. Let me try to find his number and see if thinks he can help you. I know he no longer works for them though.
C-ya
currently being gone for ~9 years i barely know anyone or who they know/work/do for a living.also looking at rumpke as a maintenace sup
If you can find out what equipment/tools the company uses and you have worked on/used/trained on (seen/smelled/read about/dreamed of...) that equipment list that also.
...also...remember that you are not currently unemployed. Your job is to find a job. You should spend 40+ hours a week looking.
...also...remember that you are not currently unemployed. Your job is to find a job. You should spend 40+ hours a week looking.
Talked to friend and I was wrong Adam. He used to work for Ryder. Sorry, no dice there.
As for Rumpke. Who are you applying to? We do work for Rumpke here in KY (the engr firm I work for does landfill design and permitting work for them). I'll try to find out who the area supervisor is for Ohio and see if I can't get a word in for you. :beer
As for Rumpke. Who are you applying to? We do work for Rumpke here in KY (the engr firm I work for does landfill design and permitting work for them). I'll try to find out who the area supervisor is for Ohio and see if I can't get a word in for you. :beer
i will take it
also looking at rumpke as a maintenace sup
Naked pictures of the person giving the interview doing questionable things with animals always works.
Seriously, everything listed so far is great advice.
If you have room on the resume without making it look too "busy", might want to include a blurb about "Hobbies". Something like "In my spare time I enjoy design, modification and implementation of high performance diesel engine components and systems", or something like that that compliments the job description.
Seriously, everything listed so far is great advice.
If you have room on the resume without making it look too "busy", might want to include a blurb about "Hobbies". Something like "In my spare time I enjoy design, modification and implementation of high performance diesel engine components and systems", or something like that that compliments the job description.
1. The most important thing nobody mentioned... BE CONFIDENT!! You own this fuc*in joint attitude, not a swagger, not beligerent, confidence, irreplaceable/unshakable confidence. Don't mince words, stutter, start a sentance with ahhhh or ummmm.... You've been here done this type thing.
2. I accept and evaulate over 100 intros/resumes a year... easy. BTW- they are 50% BS, avoid that. Different color paper tends to stand out on the desk a little better.
All this thing needs to do is get you in the door, past the receptionist or on the phone with the guy doing the hire. Have several well educated well spoken people review sentance structure and grammar. The polish will make it stand out as much as the experience...
3. All you have to to is get your foot in the door Man and you will ROCK IT. Believe it... Own it.
Good luck man.
No insults intended here, I am trying to speak plainly and share 25 years of professional experience.
2. I accept and evaulate over 100 intros/resumes a year... easy. BTW- they are 50% BS, avoid that. Different color paper tends to stand out on the desk a little better.
All this thing needs to do is get you in the door, past the receptionist or on the phone with the guy doing the hire. Have several well educated well spoken people review sentance structure and grammar. The polish will make it stand out as much as the experience...
3. All you have to to is get your foot in the door Man and you will ROCK IT. Believe it... Own it.
Good luck man.
No insults intended here, I am trying to speak plainly and share 25 years of professional experience.
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