How To Start Your Resume (Flow Chart)

How To Start Your RESUME Tips from the Career Experts at ResumeGenius START I am applying for a position in the same or similar industry. NO I am an YES CO entry level candidate. I want to emphasize my relevant skills over my experience. NO YES YES QS I have had major achievements in my past work experience. QS PP NO YES YES I have a special area of expertise in my field. NO CO NO PP FIND YOUR RESUME QS CO PP QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY CAREER ОBJEСTIVE PROFESSIONAL PROFILE COMBINATION JANITOR RESLIME PROFESSIONAL RE HER SAMPLE PROFESSIONAL JANITOR RESA ME WHY? WHY? WHY? 1. Emphasizes a candidates skillset 1. Targeted toward a specific position 1. A blend of both a career objective and qualifications summary 2. Formatted into 5-6 bullet points that showcase the 2. Addresses the goals of the company 2. A flexible style that can be formatted as a applicant's most impressive abilities and accomplishments paragraph or bullet point list 3. Formatted as a statement of 2-3 sentences 3. Great for candidates applying for a job in a different industry 3. Since it does not necessarily target a specific position, professional profiles work great at career fairs and when uploading your resume to a job search site EXAMPLE for an Administrative Assistant QS CO PP QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY CAREER ОBJECTIVE PROFESSIONAL PROFILE • Management Skills: Managed 3 employees in an executive office, maintaining an atmosphere of precision, productivity, and attention to detail • Administrative Assistant with 6+ years of experience in flawless preparation of presentations, preparing facility reports, and maintaining the utmost confidentiality Administrative Assistant with 6+ years of experience in flawless preparation of presentation, preparing • Project Execution Skills: Planned company events, dinners, and retreats, increasing employee satisfaction by 8% according to our yearly company-wide survey facility reports and maintaining the utmost • Adept at interdepartmental confidentiality. Possess a B.A. in coordination and • Relevant Accomplishment: Designed and implemented efficiency programs aimed at streamlining direct office services, saving $150,000 per year in labor costs History and expertise communication in Microsoft Excel. • Possess comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Looking to leverage my knowledge and experience into an and Outlook • Awards and Recognition: Executive Assistant Received the 2013 "Outstanding Achievement Award" in a company of 200+ people • Honed company filing and reporting procedures, saving $3000 annually role at your company. • Communication Skills: Bilingual in English and Spanish Go to www.resumegenius.com for more information