Resume Writing Workshop

Back to the Basics…

Back to the Basics

There are three widely used resume formats today.

The first, and most common, is reverse chronologicalorder. It highlights your work history (when, what and where)

Second, functional or skill-based, which focus more on what you can do not where or when you did it.

Third is hybrid, commonly known as combination, because it takes the advantages of both a functional and reverse chronological order formats.

Hybrid / Combination

Strengths

You highlight the skills that the employer wants

List job details in reverse chronological order (preferred)

Weaknesses

Like functional formats, it is frowned upon because it lacks forthrightness

Who is it for?

Entry Level, Seasoned Professionals, Ex-Military, Those with Employment Gaps, Multi-level Jobs

Length

1-2 pages

If you are a professor, inventor or

scientist a Curriculum Vitae is what you

will need to compile.

C.V. are much longer.

Layout

White Space is important on the

resume. It allows the eyes to focus and

to not over stimulate the reader.

Use Bullet Points

Font

Not too large, not too small

Consistent throughout

Not too fancy

Header

Name

Permanent Address

Phone Number

Create a clean, professional voicemail.

Email Address

Keep it professional! No

sexymama@hotmail.com

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Jesse Butler

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