CHOOSING YOUR RESUME TYPE Use this chart to help you identify what resume format will show your accomplishments most effectively. IF YOU ARE... THEN USE A… A young worker and/or have limited work experience Combination Resume (Chronological or Functional Resume also possible) An older worker with a continuous work history Chronological or Combination Resume Returning to the workforce after a gap in employment (incarceration, parenting, illness, care giving etc.) Combination Resume (Functional Resume also possible) Changing careers or your area of focus Combination Resume (Functional Resume also possible) Someone who has changed jobs frequently or has had a wide variety of jobs Combination Resume (Functional Resume also possible) Veteran entering a civilian job Combination Resume (Chronological or Functional Resume also possible) No matter what resume format you choose, an effective resume is targeted and tailored so that it does the following: • Addresses a business’s specific needs and shows that you are the best fit for the position • Focuses on a specific career objective or job posting within the first 15 lines of your resume • States your value as an employee with results that you produced that benefited your previous employers • Allows employers to easily and quickly read it GATHERING INFORMATION FOR YOUR RESUME No matter what type of resume you choose, you will need to gather specific information in order to write your resume. Use the resume template on pages 12-17 to organize the information you will need to include in your resume. Use the list of action verbs on pages 6-7 throughout this exercise. CONTACT INFORMATION The first section of your resume should include information on how the employer can contact you. Please be sure that your contact information is correct and up to date. The street address, city, state and zip code are optional to include on your resume. • First and Last Names • City, State, Zip • Phone (Cell/Home, include area code) • Email Address • LinkedIn URL OBJECTIVE (OPTIONAL) Job title you’re applying for and reason to hire you. 3
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