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Importance of honesty and originality in the world of resumes

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Importance of honesty and originality in the world of resumes

Importance of honesty and originality in the world of resumes Your resume, in addition to listing your professional experience, education and qualifications, is a reflection of who you are. When you take the time to compose your resume well, make sure that there are no errors or gaps that would raise questions, and highlight the qualifications that present you as the best candidate for the job, you show your employer that you are a polished, detail-oriented professional. In addition to having your professional life presented in the best light, you want to make sure that your resume and your cover...

Chronological vs. functional resumes

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Chronological vs. functional resumes

Chronological vs. functional resumes A resume is a one- to two-page document summarizing your career objectives, professional experiences and achievements, and educational background. While there are numerous ways to format your resume, there are two main resume styles: chronological and functional. As its name implies, a chronological resume is one that lists your experience and education in order, starting with the most recent jobs or achievements. This type of resume is sometimes also referred to as reverse chronological resume, because the order of the listing starts with your current employment. This type of resume preferred – employers will want to...

Why Graphic Design Resumes Get Tossed

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Why Graphic Design Resumes Get Tossed

Why Graphic Design Resumes Get Tossed Many talented and capable graphic designers find their resumes filed in the circular file bin, otherwise known as the trash can or recycling bin. Why do these educated, talented, and worthy graphic designers get their graphic design resumes tossed out? Typically, graphic design resumes get tossed due to simple, avoidable mistakes that are made by many beginning graphic designers. The first mistake that many people make when looking for their first job as a graphic designer that gets their graphic design resumes tossed out is that they try to display their talent within their...