1. Writing An Effective Resume
CLE 10

2. Personal Information Things to include: Not to include:
First/Last Name
Address
Phone #
Appropriate Address
DO:
DON’T:
Not to include:
Birth Date
Personal Characteristics
Self-portrait

3. Objective “What are you applying for?”
Customized to each different job
Job specific
Skill driven
Partner Share: You’re seeking a management position in an IT firm – come up with an objective for your resume.
Ex: To obtain a management position in an Information Technology firm where I can effectively utilize my expertise in human relations, project management, and staff recruitment and retention.

4. Education
Reverse chronological order 1. Grad School 2. University/College 3. High School (not included with above)
Include:
School/Location
Relevant Courses
GPA (Achievements section?)

5. Work/Volunteer Experience
Be concise
Be impactful by highlighting skills and achievements
DO: Utilized strong interpersonal and communications skills to serve customers
DON’T: Served customers
No pronouns (Don’t use “I”)
Key words
Quantify results - #’s, $’s, %’s

6. Skills/Qualifications
Relevance
Provide concise info to support the skills you choose to list
Priority order
Example Skills: Flexibility, Leadership, Motivation, Integrity, Problem Solving
Example Skill Statement: Excellent personal motivation with a proven ability to build and work collaboratively in a strong team concept environment, and independently.

7. References Available Upon Request Personal references = subjective
Things to include:
Name
Position
Employer
Contact info

8. Additional/Optional Headings
Training/Certificates
Extracurricular activities
Awards/Achievements

9. Last Things to Consider…
Spelling/Grammar
Formatting
TRUTHFUL
1-2 complete pages; not 1.5
Easy to read