ShareThisEven if you're not actively seeking employment, it's smart to keep your resume current. You never know when an intriguing employment opportunity might arise. You may even need a copy of your resume when applying for a new job with your current employer. Update your resume, for instance, by including any new skills you've learned, responsibilities you've taken on or professional development courses you've completed. Moreover, delete outdated information (such as your grade point average in college) that is not relevant to your current position or career pursuits. The following job seekers should have cut the resume clutter:"OTHER: Middle-school spelling bee winner."Who needs spell-check? "HOBBIES: Sit on my computer for hours."That can't be comfortable. "PROFESSIONAL OVERVIEW: I am Y2K compliant."It's good to know our system is safe.RESUME: "Old nickname: Jamie the Problem Solver."What do they call you now?In addition to reviewing your resume and cover letter for spelling errors and grammatical mistakes, carefully proofread your documents for clarity. For example, avoid using potentially confusing abbreviations and acronyms."JOB HISTORY: Assistant manager. I managed six employees. Plus, I had 40 subs."You must have been very hungry.COVER LETTER: "I am a sr DBA with 7 yrs of exp avl on wk's notice."Short but sweet.Finally, remember to use proper capitalization."OTHER: I have always loved Art."He's a lucky guy.For more Resumania, and to submit samples you've come across, visit www.resumania.com. Keep the Resumania coming. Examples can be sent to Resumania, c/o Robert Half International Inc., 2884 Sand Hill Road, Suite 200, Menlo Park, Calif., 94025, or faxed to 650-234-6998.Max Messmer is chairman and CEO of Robert Half International Inc., a specialized staffing firm, and author of Managing Your Career For Dummies(r) and Job Hunting For Dummies(r), 2nd Edition. His most recent book is Human Resources Kit For Dummies(r), 2nd Edition.????????1
Always keep your resume current
Submitted by SHNS on Tue, 05/06/2008 - 09:58
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