The Essential Reference
Your resume is your ticket to the job race. Without the right resume, you won't get an interview, and without an interview, you won't get a job. As your resume is the first impression an employer will have of you, it is vital to present your skills and experience in the best possible way. 'Creating a Successful Resume' shows you how.
Over 100 human resource managers from top performing companies have been asked what they want to see in a resume, and their answers form the basis of this book. Written by an international management psychologist with over 20 years' experience in the field, 'Creating a Successful Resume' covers the important issues, including:
- The basics that count
- The dos and don't
- Constructing statements, summaries and objectives
- Successful structures for your resume
- Pragmatic presentation strategies
- Resumes and technology
- Maximising results from your resume
- Example resumes
- Examples of powerful covering letters
Whether you are applying for your first job, changing career, or re-entering the workforce, buying this book is the best investment you can make for your career.