Chapter 2: The Importance of the Resume Why You Need a Resume Your Resume Is a “Marketing Tool” Employer Benefits Versus Summary of Skills High-Tech Bring New Changes to Resumes The Purpose of the Resume Is to Get You an Interview Copyright 2008 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

The Importance of the Resume (continued) Other Reasons for a Resume Prepare yourself for the interview Organize yourself Let employers know that you are actively seeking employment Give yourself a sense of security Have a calling card Copyright 2008 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.

The Importance of the Resume (continued) Writing an Effective Resume Select your most powerful and impressive information Write with impact Use an eye-catching layout Copyright 2008 Thomson Delmar Learning. All Rights Reserved.