What makes a good resume?

Answer 1

Try to keep it to one page, two maximum. Include the names of all your employers and the date(s) you worked and a brief description of your job duties. Use either white or off-white paper also (don't use colored paper like green, yellow, etc.). Put your name, address, phone number and e-mail address at the top center of the resume. If you do any community service work, include that on your resume also. No need to put your references. Future employers will ask you for that information if they are interested in hiring you. Good luck with the job search.

Answer 2

A good resume begins with a clear understanding of the job you are applying for and what it takes to perform that job. Once you understand the job, preparing a resume is a matter of selecting and presenting evidence that you have what it takes. Things to offer on a resume include:

-- work experience in that particular job or in a similar line of work

-- work experience from other jobs that gave you skills useful in the job you are seeking (be sure to identify the skills since people may not know how some other line of work might be related to the position they are trying to fill)

-- educational background, which shows the employer your: a) general intelligence, b) interest areas, c) determination and discipline to complete a degree, d) specific classes that pertain to the duties of the job

-- interests pursued outside of work that contribute knowledge and skills necessary doing the job

From the employer's standpoint (they read dozens of resumes), a good resume is brief and very clear. Try to limit yourself to a single page. Do not include information that does not relate directly to the job. If your resume leads them to believe that you have what it takes to do the job, they will probably give you an interview. Be ready to substantiate everything on your resume. The interview is where you can add details about your education and experience.

Answer 3

Employers receive 100's of resumes in reply to job adverts. So how much time do you think an over worked HR officer or a busy business man, will dedicate to reading your resume?
10 Seconds


A few guidelines on how to convince your potential employer you are the ideal job candidate in 10 seconds: Make sure the aspects of your career that qualify for this job are on top.
Keep a simple design - Visual appeal.
Bold style 3 or 4 key phrases in your resume that you want to make sure that your. - Highlights your strengths
Your resume should fit on one page.
Keep it simple .

Choose wisely between a chronological or a functional resume.
This will impact the order of your resume sections.
No errors - proofread your resume and avoid common resume mistakes.
Include clear and uptodate contact information.

Keep in mind that the reason you are sending your resume is to get an interview. Nothing else. So design your resume with this fact in mind.

from http://www.cvtips.com/quick_impress_resume.html

Answer 4

A good resume is one that shows exactly how your qualifications match the empoyer's requirements for a current job operning.

Answer 5

There are a variety of things - easy to read (typically using bullet points, rather then paragraphs), the truth of what you did, software you have experience with, education.