I was wondering if you must have a resume to apply for a position, or does it just give the 'employer' something to judge you on, before they give you a chance.
2006-09-17 19:29:29 · 11 answers · asked by pammie 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
It would look professional if you would make a resume, it gives you an advantage over others not as qualified for the job, and yes they can judge you by your resume so make it look good.
2006-09-17 19:33:01 · answer #1 · answered by lisa_in_ok 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As an employer it is vital for you to have a CV (curriculum vitae - Latin for 'life story') or resume. This gives employers a brief background and lets them decide whether you are right for the job.
It is amazing how many people apply for jobs they have no suitability for and just need the work. The other thing about a resume is it also says a lot about you. For example:
Attention to detail - spelling, layout / design
How long you have been in roles for
What types or trends you seem to follow (or not)
A willingness to learn
What your attributes are
If have not put one together before then I suggest you get help with the content and layout as this will affect whether you get in front of an employer and 'sell yourself' to them.
I have attached a couple of web sites to help you get started.
Good Luck.
2006-09-18 03:35:08 · answer #2 · answered by mrmaccnz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your applying for your first job (which it sounds like you are ) and you don't have a resume, the boss may think you haven't given your job search much thought or preparation, which reflects poorly on you.
Even if you don't have work experience , your resume can summarize education, volunteer work, etc.
I hire people, and we do use resumes to weed people out: we could never interview everyone that applies. However, if I happen to be in the office when you bring the resume and you make a good impression , that counts for more.
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2006-09-18 02:35:46 · answer #3 · answered by disguys_dalimit 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be a good idea...
Potential employers need to have a reason for inviting you for an interview.
2006-09-18 03:34:27 · answer #4 · answered by Olivia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, but a resume is going to get looked at first in line.
2006-09-18 02:31:24 · answer #5 · answered by arcs_mage 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes -- it is silly to waste both your time and the person interviewing you if you don't have one
2006-09-18 02:32:27 · answer #6 · answered by philski333 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some jobs u don't but the better jobs u do.
2006-09-18 02:33:18 · answer #7 · answered by observer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What do you think you need? Toilet Paper?
2006-09-18 03:39:31 · answer #8 · answered by Sheepish TinTin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you do silly
2006-09-23 21:38:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, u do :) make one immediately :)
2006-09-18 08:35:22 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋