I have been progressing upward at the company but the only remaining job would be owner. When I make my resume it look cheesy that I have only worked at one place. I have broken it down to show my progession but it looks like I am trying to push every little thing I've ever done at this one job. Help?
2006-07-14 07:18:38 · 14 answers · asked by thebuffettour 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Why leave?
I am not really happy with the line of work I am in. I had planned on taking over for the owner, but he is having a hard time letting go. It is time to move on.
2006-07-14 07:27:00 · update #1
I think it will mostly help when looking for another job. It shows that you have loyalty. Breaking down your progression won't look like you're pushing it. Since you have only had one job, it is important that prospective employers know all of the different skills you posess. Good luck.
2006-07-14 07:23:17 · answer #1 · answered by Kristina B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first question a potential employer is going to ask is, "After 14 years, why are you leaving?". You need to have a good answer for that in your Cover Letter, not your resume. The resume descibes you (education, accomplishments, work history, etc...). The Cover Letter is what gets the person doing the hiring to read your resume. Typically, they spend about 30 seconds on the resume. Your Cover Letter tells them why they should hire you (or at least give you an interview).
2006-07-14 07:27:16 · answer #2 · answered by T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will help you. Employers are looking for someone that has staying power and is loyal to a company. Your history will show progressive responsibilities in the company, which is good. On your resumé, put down each separate job title with the years that you were in that particular position. You want to show how you helped the company in those jobs, especially if you saved the company money or brought in new business because of it. Too many people switch jobs at the drop of a hat, and it doesn't look good on their file. You should be proud of yourself.
2006-07-14 07:24:55 · answer #3 · answered by Georgia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Longevity on the job can only help your resume.
It shows stability and dedication, which is something a prospective employer looks for in an applicant.
And throughout your 14 years on that job, you must have been involved with different aspects of the business. List them on your resume, and don't worry....14 years of service speaks volumes!
Good luck!
2006-07-14 07:28:28 · answer #4 · answered by Pulse 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's totally a good thing. People are looking for reliable workers who will stick with the company. That resume sounds like a really good one to me. Good luck.
2006-07-14 07:21:43 · answer #5 · answered by Mary 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be a handicap, but it really depends on the particular career. In tech, you can be looked at with suspicion if you've been at a job even 2 years. Other careers may not have this problem.
Dboy
2006-07-14 07:23:41 · answer #6 · answered by bigd_boy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you kidding me? Having been at one job for so long inspires confidence in you. Your future employer is going to look at that and be ecstatic! As long as you have a good work ethic, it's a good thing! It's admirable, really.
2006-07-14 07:23:02 · answer #7 · answered by blondeqtpie13 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The resume is not getting a job or new career, you are. So don't worry about how many or how much is on it. Promote yourself.
2006-07-14 07:50:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are not going to another company why do worry about your resume..you have no need for one.
2006-07-14 07:23:58 · answer #9 · answered by Joie Starr 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you r looking for a job in the same line of work then it is a good thing.but if it is a different type of work then they will look at you as having no experience.
2006-07-15 05:57:05 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋