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of the running. A great résumé can boost your chances of getting an interview, especially if it's supported by a well-crafted cover letter. More than work history and education, a résumé can create a memorable image of a well-rounded human being. What makes a résumé great? CLARITY. Readability is Number One. A quick scan should tell the reader who you are and what you've done. That means a clean, crisp document that's
APPEARANCE. Formatting should be simple. A little cautious elegance is fine as long as it doesn't call attention to itself. Stick with basic type styles and standard fonts that won't get scrambled in electronic transmittal. SELECTIVE DETAILS. Carefully chosen achievements and personal interests help potential employers see your qualifications in balance. Keeping in mind that several underlings might screen your résumé before it ends up on the boss's desk, it's still a good idea to include selected volunteer activities and personal attributes on most résumés. Depending on the employer and the nature of the job,
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grades, left school to help his brother-in-law paint houses, then chalked up a string of nine- to ten-month jobs. After poking and prodding for half an hour, I found the reason for his lackluster career: His passion was bicycle marathons. He spent his summers bicycling around the country and—once, thanks to a windfall—through Europe. Every year he did at least one coast-to-coast ride. Now he was a new dad, committed to starting a career and determined to work his way up the ladder. Folks, this is solid gold on a résumé, telling prospective employers what they can't ask... about health, energy, stamina, commitment, and character. A lot of companies are looking for people like Jim—diamonds in the rough who are willing to work hard and eager to learn. Jim got snapped up by a midsize company that put him through school after a year on the job. Last I heard, he was all but running the place. |