Example of a Functional Resume

The Next Basic Resume Format is the Functional
? Showcases achievements and major skills from the top.
? Clearly states your strong suits.
? Employer does not need to read through boring job details.
? States (through summary) all you will bring to the table.
? Only brief mention of company names and positions held.
This resume type is ideal when:
? Wishing to change careers, for [...]

Example of a Chronological Resume

The Chronological resume is the more structurally formatted of the three.
? Experience section is the key.
? Jobs are listed in detail.
? No focus of skills or achievements at beginning of resume.
? Used generally when remaining in same job or career.
? Caters to conservative type positions.
? Always has an Objective section and Summary section.
? Used especially with legal and academic professions.
This resume type [...]

Basic Cover Letter Template Example

Using a good cover letter template, you can simply fill in the blanks.  You might want to do this until you feel entirely confident in designing your own.  All of the samples given are just a few appropriate ways to write a good cover letter.
Your full name
Your full mailing address
Your City, state, and zip
Your Telephone [...]

Sample Resumes Most Common Types – Chronological

Chronological Resume Example
Paul Smith
123 Main Street
Any Town, SA  12345
555.555.5555 (home)
566.486.2222 (cell)
psmith@email.com
Experience
Manager, House of Wigs
April 2001 – February 2005
• Opened new location
• Placed orders to restock merchandise
• Managed payroll, scheduling, reports, email, inventory, and maintained clientele book and records
• Integrated new register functions
• Hired and Trained Staff
Sales Associate, Wigs R Us
July 1999 – April 2001
• Merchandised [...]

Finding and Getting That New Job

After you’ve decided what it is that you REALLY want to do with you life and you have the education you need, now’s the time to go out and get that new job and get well on your way to a new and exciting career. Luckily, it’s not as difficult as it might seem!
You [...]

Sample Cover Letter 1

While your resume is very important in your job search, having a cover letter for your resume is just as important as the resume. You will want to have a cover letter that introduces not only you but your resume as well. You will want to state a lot of different things in [...]

Resume Sample 4

Using a sample resume can also be a good idea when you find yourself in a variety of different situations. For example, suppose you are a recent graduate who is looking for a new job and you do not have a lot of work experience. A sample resume can help you in this regard by [...]

Resume Sample 3

You can find a variety of different sample resumes online in order to help guide you in the process of writing a resume. In fact, there is a sample resume available online for just about every profession that you can imagine. While you should never use the experience listed on a sample resume as your [...]

Resume Sample 2

Many people are intimidated at the idea of writing a resume and it is little wonder. Writing a resume is a critical part of landing your next job. It shows your progression of skills and experience and demonstrates why you are the right person for the job. A job can be won or lost on [...]

Resume Sample 1

Many people are intimidated at the idea of writing a resume and it is little wonder. Writing a resume is a critical part of landing your next job. It shows your progression of skills and experience and demonstrates why you are the right person for the job. A job can be won or lost on [...]