Functional Resume
In a functional resume your skills and abilities are emphasized more than who you worked for or where you went to school. Dates are also de-emphasized. It is a good style to use if you have developed a set of skills over a wide variety of work-related experiences and/or employers. It is also a good resume if you are entering the job market after a long absence or if you are entering the job market for the first time with little related experience but a lot of skills.
To see what a functional resume looks like, here is a Resume Examples
~C. Vaughan
Selasa, 28 Februari 2006
Senin, 20 Februari 2006
The Fair Labor Standards Act
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) , which prescribes standards for the basic minimum wage and overtime pay, affects most private and public employment. It requires employers to pay covered employees who are not otherwise exempt at least the federal minimum wage and overtime pay of one-and-one-half-times the regular rate of pay. For nonagricultural operations, it restricts the hours that children under age 16 can work and forbids the employment of children under age 18 in certain jobs deemed too dangerous. For agricultural operations, it prohibits the employment of children under age 16 during school hours and in certain jobs deemed too dangerous. The Act is administered by the Employment Standards Administration's Wage and Hour Division within the U.S. Department of Labor.
For more information on the Fair Labor Standards Act, go to the U.S. Department of Labor's web site at: http://www.dol.gov/compliance/laws/comp-flsa.htm
You will be able to find information on minimum wage and overtime pay, child labor requirements and much more.
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For more information on the Fair Labor Standards Act, go to the U.S. Department of Labor's web site at: http://www.dol.gov/compliance/laws/comp-flsa.htm
You will be able to find information on minimum wage and overtime pay, child labor requirements and much more.
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Sabtu, 18 Februari 2006
The Employer's Frame of Mind
When an employer is trying to fill a vacant or newly created position, there are a lot of issues that have to be handled. This article is designed to assist you in recognizing some of the various thoughts that employers have about the job-search process. It's a different point of view and it might help you to be better prepared,
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What is the employer's frame of mind?
1. Resumes are used to screen people out – not screen them IN.
2. The main force behind hiring isn’t to bring out the best in people. Instead, what really is most important to the interviewer is the fear of making a hiring mistake.
3. Employees tend to look at what they can get rather than show what they can offer.
4. If you don’t put forth the effort to make your resume look as good as possible, why would an employer expect you to put for the effort to do your best on the job?
5. Candidates who have a positive attitude will be more successful than those who do not. Don’t carry a rotten attitude around – and especially not in an interview.
6. Interviewees who aren’t on time will probably not get to work on time.
7. Leave your cell phone in your car. It doesn’t belong at work and it certainly doesn’t belong in the interview.
8. During an interview, don’t just wait for your turn to talk. Listen. Listen closely. There are clues that will assist every job applicant in answering questions more effectively if he/she only listen well.
9. Your attitude and behavior are as important, if not more so, than the experience you bring to any job.
10. Experience is not the same as skill. Talk about your skills, especially the ones you have mastered which FIT the needs of the company. Better yet, describe those skills in terms of what they did FOR the company you last worked for. Qualify and quantify your statements whenever possible.
11. Job candidates who can contribute to the bottom line right away are more likely to get hired than candidates who require a lot of training. (All other things being equal)
12. If you don’t dress appropriately for the interview, you have already singled yourself out as someone who doesn’t take the process seriously enough.
13. How well do you know the company you are interviewing with? You see, it is not just about the job, it’s about everything related to the job, too.
14. When your mother dropped you off to visit a friend or relative, she always said, “Mind your manners”, right? The same rules apply to meeting with prospective employers. Be polite, courteous and friendly. Professional Conduct Rules.
15. Being yourself is important. Making a Great Impression is important. The result if you add both of those together? Be your BEST.
(courtesy of The Employer's Perspective
@
Professional-Resume-Example.com)
What is the employer's frame of mind?
1. Resumes are used to screen people out – not screen them IN.
2. The main force behind hiring isn’t to bring out the best in people. Instead, what really is most important to the interviewer is the fear of making a hiring mistake.
3. Employees tend to look at what they can get rather than show what they can offer.
4. If you don’t put forth the effort to make your resume look as good as possible, why would an employer expect you to put for the effort to do your best on the job?
5. Candidates who have a positive attitude will be more successful than those who do not. Don’t carry a rotten attitude around – and especially not in an interview.
6. Interviewees who aren’t on time will probably not get to work on time.
7. Leave your cell phone in your car. It doesn’t belong at work and it certainly doesn’t belong in the interview.
8. During an interview, don’t just wait for your turn to talk. Listen. Listen closely. There are clues that will assist every job applicant in answering questions more effectively if he/she only listen well.
9. Your attitude and behavior are as important, if not more so, than the experience you bring to any job.
10. Experience is not the same as skill. Talk about your skills, especially the ones you have mastered which FIT the needs of the company. Better yet, describe those skills in terms of what they did FOR the company you last worked for. Qualify and quantify your statements whenever possible.
11. Job candidates who can contribute to the bottom line right away are more likely to get hired than candidates who require a lot of training. (All other things being equal)
12. If you don’t dress appropriately for the interview, you have already singled yourself out as someone who doesn’t take the process seriously enough.
13. How well do you know the company you are interviewing with? You see, it is not just about the job, it’s about everything related to the job, too.
14. When your mother dropped you off to visit a friend or relative, she always said, “Mind your manners”, right? The same rules apply to meeting with prospective employers. Be polite, courteous and friendly. Professional Conduct Rules.
15. Being yourself is important. Making a Great Impression is important. The result if you add both of those together? Be your BEST.
Jumat, 10 Februari 2006
Resume Cover Pages - Cover Letters
When it is time to send your resume in to a prospective employer, do not forget to include a resume cover page (also known as a cover letter). Since you have very little time and space in which to convey your best attributes, take advantage of the opportunity that an extra piece of paper affords.
A resume cover page leads the prospective employer to your resume by directing their attention to some of your unique skills, abilities and accomplishments. Do not duplicate what is already in the resume as that would be redundant. Not only that, but the space is better used to highlight yet another of your qualifications.
When you type the cover page, be sure that the paper matches the same paper used for your resume. You want to make the best possible presentation with your materials, so do not overlook any aspect of this process.
In addition, ensure the font is the same as the one used on your resume. Continuity and flow add to the value of your professionalism when it comes to the cover letter.
As you write the letter, take whatever time is necessary to free it of typos, spelling errors and grammar errors. Use a formal business format as a guideline. Be yourself, by all means, but be professional, too.
The first paragraph is the easiest one as you need to simply state the position you are seeking, how you heard/read about it and, if at all possible, use the company’s name in some way (which shows the prospective employer that you personalized the letter).
In the second paragraph, provide the reader with some information about yourself. Explain why you are interested in the position, why you believe you are the best candidate for the job, and which skills and abilities you possess that will help you to do the job well.
Whenever possible, use a short story or anecdote to explain how you have accomplished something in the past and then relate it to the employer’s specific needs and how you can fill them.
In the next paragraph, use some of the research you have (hopefully) done, to show the employer you are informed about their business/industry. Weave your qualifications in, in possible, to show how you will be an asset to their goals and mission.
In the last paragraph, close the letter strongly with a request to meet face to face. Be confident, but not too bold. Yes, it is a fine line to walk sometimes.
Employers are looking for qualified people. If you can prove that you are a valuable asset, you will get called for an interview.
Use the resume cover page to highlight your qualifications and you will be well on your way to impressing prospective employers with your professionalism and style.
Carla Vaughan, Owner/Webmaster
Professional-Resume-Example.com
For more information on cover letters, click here:
Cover Letters
Cover Letter Checklist
Cover Letter Guideline
Cover Letter Tips
A resume cover page leads the prospective employer to your resume by directing their attention to some of your unique skills, abilities and accomplishments. Do not duplicate what is already in the resume as that would be redundant. Not only that, but the space is better used to highlight yet another of your qualifications.
When you type the cover page, be sure that the paper matches the same paper used for your resume. You want to make the best possible presentation with your materials, so do not overlook any aspect of this process.
In addition, ensure the font is the same as the one used on your resume. Continuity and flow add to the value of your professionalism when it comes to the cover letter.
As you write the letter, take whatever time is necessary to free it of typos, spelling errors and grammar errors. Use a formal business format as a guideline. Be yourself, by all means, but be professional, too.
The first paragraph is the easiest one as you need to simply state the position you are seeking, how you heard/read about it and, if at all possible, use the company’s name in some way (which shows the prospective employer that you personalized the letter).
In the second paragraph, provide the reader with some information about yourself. Explain why you are interested in the position, why you believe you are the best candidate for the job, and which skills and abilities you possess that will help you to do the job well.
Whenever possible, use a short story or anecdote to explain how you have accomplished something in the past and then relate it to the employer’s specific needs and how you can fill them.
In the next paragraph, use some of the research you have (hopefully) done, to show the employer you are informed about their business/industry. Weave your qualifications in, in possible, to show how you will be an asset to their goals and mission.
In the last paragraph, close the letter strongly with a request to meet face to face. Be confident, but not too bold. Yes, it is a fine line to walk sometimes.
Employers are looking for qualified people. If you can prove that you are a valuable asset, you will get called for an interview.
Use the resume cover page to highlight your qualifications and you will be well on your way to impressing prospective employers with your professionalism and style.
Carla Vaughan, Owner/Webmaster
Professional-Resume-Example.com
For more information on cover letters, click here:
Cover Letters
Cover Letter Checklist
Cover Letter Guideline
Cover Letter Tips
Senin, 06 Februari 2006
Interview Preparation
Prior to interviewing with a company, you need to do some research. One reason to find out more about the prospective employer is to determine if you want to work there. A job is not just a job. Another reason is to be able to respond appropriately in the interviewer when you are questioned.
Here are some things you should know. Consider each of the following questions carefully.
These questions are about the company itself:
1. What do you know about our organization?
2. Why do you want to work here?
3. Do you think you will fit in with our corporate culture?
4. What do you know about our products/services?
These questions are to help you decide if you want to work there:
1. Is the company a major competitor in its field?
2. Does it have a solid mission statement?
3. Do the company's financial statements reflect a good position?
4. How well is the company expected to perform in the future?
There are many places to do research to find out the answers to these and other important questions. You can find a great list on this page:
Research the Company
~C. Vaughan
Here are some things you should know. Consider each of the following questions carefully.
These questions are about the company itself:
1. What do you know about our organization?
2. Why do you want to work here?
3. Do you think you will fit in with our corporate culture?
4. What do you know about our products/services?
These questions are to help you decide if you want to work there:
1. Is the company a major competitor in its field?
2. Does it have a solid mission statement?
3. Do the company's financial statements reflect a good position?
4. How well is the company expected to perform in the future?
There are many places to do research to find out the answers to these and other important questions. You can find a great list on this page:
Research the Company
~C. Vaughan
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