Re'sume', Don't Get Dogged!

Hi everyone,"Izzy here to let you know what it takes to keep yourself pawsentable when you are looking for a job or going to work . You need to make sure when you are going for a job interview be yourself. Be well groomed men and women. Men, (shave, keep cologne to a minimum and don't smoke right before meeting with an interviewer). You only have one time to make that first impression count, and that's if you get picked to have that opportunity. Don't get dogged on your job interview or the next one. Bobo will get you on the tail end with his advice."

When to Send a Re'sume'; Each time you apply for a job, responding to an employment ad, inquiring about openings at a company, applying to universities/degree program and when applying for membership in certain organizations. etc.

How to Say it: Include your name, address, and a daytime telephone number state the specific job or kind of job you are applying for. The heart of the re'sume' is the detailing of work experience (paid and volunteer) and job skills.

There are two basic approaches: 1.The traditional reverse chronological employment format starts by listing your most recent position and going back through time. Although this is the easiest resume to do you should know it has weaknesses if any gaps in your job history. For this type of re'sume' inc.: dates of employment, name and full address of employer, job title, job duties, and reason you left your job ( acceptable reasons include moving, going back to school, seeking a better position). You don't need to mention the reason for leaving; if the employer or interviewer wants to know, they will ask during your interview.

2. The nonchronological re'sume' (sometimes called a skills-oriented or functional re'sume') stresses your skills, accomplishments, and relevant qualifications in a way that allows a prospective employer to determine whether you are what they need. Group job experiences according to a specific skill. Eg; "Leadership Skills" Supervised night shift at (company you worked at previously) for 2 years. "Interpersonal Skills" I was often called upon to troubleshoot computer issues, negotiate contract, and deal with politicians, and city personnel under difficult circumstances. "Organizational Skills" I was hired at (company you worked for) at a time when morale was low in office, lack of departmental guidelines, and poor use of office space. At the end of my time served. I was commended by the company president for 'unparalleled organizing skills."

Things you don't say and things to say; Don't mention every single thing you have done in the past that you don't care to do again (unless, of course, it leaves any large unexplained holes in your re'sume'.) Use strong, active verbs. Don't say, I did this or "I was responsible for that," write "I managed," "I developed," " I directed." Avoid adjectives and adverbs. Take out every "very" you find and lukewarm words such as "good," "wonderful," and "exciting." Use strong, perhaps even unusual, nouns and verbs. Don't mention salary, this is better discussed in the interview. Do not tell every single thing you have done. Avoid exaggerations, half truths, and of course outright lies. Some places have fact checkers that can find out what is true about you or not. You don't want to be embarrassed and humiliated, and you may be liable to civil charges. Be real, open and honest. Trying to make yourself sound better than you are is often a tip-off you may not be qualified for the job you are applying for.

How to finish your re'sume' with an excellent opportunity as an appropriate candidate; Do research on the company you are applying for. If you have doubts what the job entails, call the company to ask questions. Research them at the local library. A way to be appealing is to let the company know what you can do for them. Talk to some of the people that work there and know about the place. It's just as important you check them out as they will be checking you out as well.

Bobo here, "A re'sume' must be concise and compact-not more than two pages and one page if you can manage it. There are times when a longer survey might serve you better, but consider it before you send out ten pages. The purpose of your re'sume' is to show that you are qualified for the job opening. Make sure you want this job and never be too anxious or breathe heavy like we do, just to want it. You want to be calm and relaxed to let them see how comfortable you are with yourself and around others. Do a good re'sume' and don't get dogged."