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| Resume Tips and Interviewing 101 |
| Resume Tips |
Here are a few tips to make your resume attractive to a potential
employer on line.
Write your resume in the same style as you would a paper
resume. Be sure to use accepted English style, punctuation, and
grammar.
Avoid using ‘bullets’ or other graphics and unicodes in
electronic resumes. The version that the employer gets may not
translate very well
Write a cover letter when possible to emphasize the skills
and experience you have with the specific requirements of
the position. Do not use a ‘one-size-fits-all’ cover letter
Check your spelling. It is the kiss of death to have a resume with
misspelled words
Format - Although there are a variety of acceptable resume styles
the most common is the reverse chronological resume format.
Employers want to see where you have been at a glance. Hiding
dates because of age or gaps in employment typically backfire.
employer on line.
Write your resume in the same style as you would a paper
resume. Be sure to use accepted English style, punctuation, and
grammar.
Avoid using ‘bullets’ or other graphics and unicodes in
electronic resumes. The version that the employer gets may not
translate very well
Write a cover letter when possible to emphasize the skills
and experience you have with the specific requirements of
the position. Do not use a ‘one-size-fits-all’ cover letter
Check your spelling. It is the kiss of death to have a resume with
misspelled words
Format - Although there are a variety of acceptable resume styles
the most common is the reverse chronological resume format.
Employers want to see where you have been at a glance. Hiding
dates because of age or gaps in employment typically backfire.
| Resume Tips |
| Interviewing 101 |
Top 15 Interview Questions
Interviewing for a job can be one of the most uncomfortable events in your
life. It is equally uncomfortable for many managers who must interview
candidates for a position. Preparation can make the task easier. Here are
some questions that are the most frequently asked, according to a
ResumeDoctor.com survey of 2000 corporate recruiters.
You should have answers prepared for these questions.
Don’t forget to write a brief ‘Thank You’ note to the person or
people who interviewed you. You may be the only candidate who
performed this small courtesy!
Interviewing for a job can be one of the most uncomfortable events in your
life. It is equally uncomfortable for many managers who must interview
candidates for a position. Preparation can make the task easier. Here are
some questions that are the most frequently asked, according to a
ResumeDoctor.com survey of 2000 corporate recruiters.
You should have answers prepared for these questions.
- Describe your ideal job and/or boss.
- Why are you looking for a job? Why are leaving your current
position? - What unique experience or qualifications separate you from other
candidates? - Tell me about yourself.
- What are your strengths and weaknesses?
- Describe some of your most important career accomplishments.
- What are your short-term/long-term goals?
- Describe a time when you were faced with a challenging situation
and how you handled it. - What are your salary requirements?
- Why are you interested in this position? Our company?
- What would your former boss/colleagues say about you?
- What are the best and worst aspects of your previous job?
- What do you know about our company?
- What motivates you? How do you motivate others?
- Are you willing to relocate?
Don’t forget to write a brief ‘Thank You’ note to the person or
people who interviewed you. You may be the only candidate who
performed this small courtesy!
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