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Recruiting Animal

Louise, Louise. You are so darn right. But try to convince the know it all resume writers. Any pre-formatted resumes, especially the ones with the ridiculous frames are pure and utter garbage.

Jon Speer

Your comments are 100% on the money. But, unfortunately, the advice being spread is quite the opposite. I've had a few college students forward their resumes for my feedback:

-Objective statements on every one
-"References available upon request" listed on every one
-Same font, style, etc. as MS template

One section I like to see on resumes is some sort of "executive summary" and/or key words.

River

lol This post made me chuckle. As a human resources profession, I can not tell you how many terrible resumes I have seen that have used those templates.

resume templates

You will need to construct a resume at some point in your life,

whether applying for an internship or a full-time job. A

well-designed resume will help you:

* Initiate contact with a potential employer.

* Communicate your relevant qualifications and strengths.

* Provide information to personal and professional contacts who will write letters of recommendation or make phone calls on your behalf.

* Demonstrate your ability to write well, pay attention to
detail, and present information in an organized and concise manner.

Thanks

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