Resumes That Pop

“The perfect résumé,” says author Pat Criscito, “is the one that fits the personality of its owner, tempered, of course, by the expectations of the industry.” Writing and designing both paper and electronic versions of a résumé, and using them to build a brand identity on the Web, are the focus of the new 4th edition of Résumés that Pop!, formerly titled Designing the Perfect Résumé. This book shows job seekers exactly how to create distinctive résumés that reflect the unique personality of their owners—their strengths, their background and training, and their career goals. A Twelve-Step Résumé Writing Guide opens the book, outlining rules for creating the perfect résumé from a rough concept to a finished presentation. Chapters that follow discuss different kinds of résumé, including functional, chronological, executive, the curriculum vitae, and creative résumés. Then, the author shows job-seekers how to create and use electronic versions of their résumé, from e-mailable and scannable résumés to LinkedIn and Facebook profiles. Nowadays, job seekers should expect to be “Googled” by hiring managers before being called for an interview. This book helps readers manage their online reputations using blogs and e-folios at their own personal Web sites. Nearly 200 sample résumés included in this book can be adapted and personalized to fit the needs of each reader.

Polish up that old resume—and land your dream job We've all been there: it's time to apply for a job or internship and you have to create or revise your resume. Many questions pop in your head. What do employers want? What skills should I highlight? How do I format this? How do I get noticed? But resume writing doesn't have to be a daunting task. The latest edition of Resumes For Dummies answers all of these questions and more—whether you're a resume rookie, looking for new tips, or want to create that eye-catching winning resume. In this trusted guide, Laura DeCarlo decodes the modern culture of resume writing and offers you insider tips on all the best practices that’ll make your skills shine and your resume pop. Let's start writing! Write effective resumes that will stand out in a crowd Understand Applicant Tracking Systems and how to adapt your resume Keep your resume up with the current culture Position a layoff or other career change and challenge with a positive spin Leverage tips and tricks that give your resume visual power In order to put your best foot forward and stand out in a pile of papers, it’s important to have an excellent and effective resume—and now you can.

"'Lose the Résumé' breaks down every aspect of job hunting, explaining what matters and what doesn’t." – The New York Times Book Review Lose the resume and land that coveted job Gone are the days of polishing up your resume and sending it out at random. At every level today, you need to “lose the resume” in order to land the right job. In other words, you have to learn to tell a story about yourself that speaks to your competencies, purpose, passion, and values. Lose the Resume, Land the Job shares the new rules of engagement: How you must think, act, and present yourself so you can win. Based on inner exploration drawn from the IP of the world's largest executive recruiting firm, the book gleans insights and stories (the good, the bad, and sometimes the ugly) from Korn Ferry recruiters across the globe who work with thousands of candidates each day. It helps you gain a deeper perspective on who you are, what you’re passionate about, the cultures in which you fit, the kind of bosses you should work for, and where you can bring the most value to organizations. • Includes assessments, questionnaires, and other tools • Candid advice for young professionals through middle managers • Offers trusted guidance from the same firm that has shown 8 million executives how to achieve their career goals, and that puts a professional in new job every three minutes • Helps you build a plan for the future so you can contribute more to the next employer Getting a job and, more importantly, building a career has never been more complex. Lose the Resume, Land the Job helps you score the positions that align with your passion and match your attributes — and that will put you on a trajectory toward bigger and better things.

This popular guide for job seekers covers all aspects of r©sum© creation, including the difference between functional and reverse chronological r©sum©s. Scores of newly updated sample r©sum©s reflect many different job categories, and demonstrate effective use of type fonts, lines, graphics, and layout. The new second edition has been updated and expanded with two brand new chapters. One guides readers through a 12-step r©sum© writing process. The other shows how to make sure the r©sum© is scannable. Job hunters also get advice on how to write an effective, result-producing cover letter for today's employment market.

"You aren't boring... why is your resume? It's time to make your resume reflect how AWESOME you are in real life. If your resume suffers from: An outdated format that you've used since high school (a LOT has changed!) Generic one-size-fits-all-isms (to avoid redoing it for each job) Buzzword and cliché overload (this isn't making you sound smarter - trust me) Job description cuts and pastes (just.... don't) It's time to unborify your resume and stand out from the pile. If you have ever wondered how to make your resume stand out and get seen in the sea of resumes, this is the guide for you. Make your resume the one that stands out in the sea of sameness and puts you at the top of the "must interview" list."--Amazon.

Expert guidance on writing a winning resume that will set you head and shoulders above the crowd to land that elusive interview and get the job of your dreams.

Is your job search stalling out after you submit a resume but before you're offered an interview? With reinvented recruiting technology, unmanageable millions of resumes choking employer databases, and government mandates in the name of diversity, a gigantic change has occurred in the recruiting world over the past several years—and it demands a fresh look at how you write and market your resumes. Whether you're entering the job market for the first time, changing jobs, or changing careers, Resumes for Dummies, 5th Edition will show you the ropes and rules for a new era in recruiting and job finding. With 85% new content added since the previous edition, this up-to-date guide gives you the very latest strategies on how to create, and more importantly, distribute your resume in today's new job search environment. You'll learn: Why most generic online resumes fail How to customize resumes for each job opening New quick ways to find the right jobs How to use meta search engines to your advantage Why both digital and print versions of resumes are still needed How to use resumes interactively The resume basics that still knock 'em dead How to create resumes for your life's changing phases What to do after you send them your resume With a wealth of sample resumes—organized by industry and career field, experience level and age, and special circumstances—along with tips on choosing professional resume help and other valuable resources, Resumes for Dummies, 5th Edition will help you get noticed in a universe saturated with billions of resumes and more on the way.

Reading this compact volume is like getting inside the mind of a hiring manager. It should be required reading for every job applicant. This guide offers a new approach to resume writing and lists steps to take to ensure that your profile is reviewed by both hiring managers and decision makers. Whether you are applying for the first job, or you’ve been in the workforce for 20 years, a powerful resume will set you apart from the competition and introduce your name with the air of professionalism employers crave. Your resume is your handshake, your agent, and your marketing department rolled into one, and this vital document is an indispensable asset that will expedite your job search and make a prospective employer pick up the phone. This guidebook provides a clear, well-marked path to the construction of effective résumés and cover letters. It is a quick and easy read; the language and style make it inviting, and it is chock full of information essential to every level of job seeker. The author presents the information in such a clear, concise, well-organized way. You will feel like an experienced friend is helping you through tricky territory in a very candid, yet patient and kind way. The book is penned by an ex Corporate HR Head, presently, a career consultant. He holds the qualifications of MBA, PGDBM, MA, PGD-HRD, PGD-Training & Develop.