I need tips on writing a resume…?
I especially need help with the cover letter, what exactly do you put on the cover letter? And I have had the same job for over 10 years but been promoted to different positions. Do I list everything seperatly with the dates when I worked different positions or do I leave it as only one job? Also Any tips for getting the Resume noticed?
Your question has several parts:
1) The Cover Letter should start out with a general interest in the company and how you feel that you can meet their needs for whatever position. It should then also include a very brief summary of your following resume or CV for explanation. And finally should end with a statement that says, "I look forward to speaking with you (insert an end date of a range)" and by the end of that date you should do a follow up.
2) For multiple positions with 1 company you can use two different tactics: a) use a curriculum vitae (CV) instead of a resume which is more exhaustive (minimum 2 pages) and explains positions, accomplishments, etc. in detail as well as hobbies, certifications, clubs, etc. OR b) use the final position you ended at on your resume, and make mention below it that you were promoted several times (use exact number) resulting in your final positon
3) Resumes are different based on the reviewer, some say they only look at white, bonded paper, while others prefer an off color that stands out – my recommendation is always purchase ‘resume paper’
Hope this helps.
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List the years you have worked for the company, and list the years you were in each position. It’s generally assumed that it’s a promotion if there is more than one.
Be sure to put at least one bullet under each position that states a specific accomplishment you achieved. Make sure to include dollars saved, % or anything else with a number in it. Using metrics are very important these days.
Start each bullet point, if possible, with an active verb.
Customize the cover letter to the job description you are applying for. If there is a qualification in the job description that may not be overwhelmingly obvious on your resume, go in to detail in your cover letter. State the times that you are available for a phone interview if you have difficulty getting away from the office, or ask that you be emailed with an appropriate time for a phone interview. If you are leaving because the company closed down or something, you’ll want to explain that in the cover letter, if it’s for personal reasons don’t mention it, it will come out in the interview.
You’ve been with a company for 10 years, that’s quite noticeable.
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For your resume, I would just mention your most recent position. During your job description, you can mention responsibilities you held under previous positions.
I’m not a fan of generalized cover letters. I like to write a new one for each company I’m applying for, describing how my skill set would benefit them, taking cues from their job description.
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Your question has several parts:
1) The Cover Letter should start out with a general interest in the company and how you feel that you can meet their needs for whatever position. It should then also include a very brief summary of your following resume or CV for explanation. And finally should end with a statement that says, "I look forward to speaking with you (insert an end date of a range)" and by the end of that date you should do a follow up.
2) For multiple positions with 1 company you can use two different tactics: a) use a curriculum vitae (CV) instead of a resume which is more exhaustive (minimum 2 pages) and explains positions, accomplishments, etc. in detail as well as hobbies, certifications, clubs, etc. OR b) use the final position you ended at on your resume, and make mention below it that you were promoted several times (use exact number) resulting in your final positon
3) Resumes are different based on the reviewer, some say they only look at white, bonded paper, while others prefer an off color that stands out – my recommendation is always purchase ‘resume paper’
Hope this helps.
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In the cover letter you usually show that you have an understanding of what kind of company they are. You could look at the company’s website and get a few ideas. It should also have a summary of your qualifications. I don’t think the cover letter has to be too long.
I would list everything separately with those dates, since you probably had different titles for each position.
Good luck!
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