r?sum?s (employment)

Includes samples of r?sum?s, advice on interviewing and the whole job search process, and examples of cover and follow-up letters.

Presents an overview of The Five O'clock approach to conducting a job search, discussing accomplishment statements and presentation; provides step-by-step advice on resume development; and includes samples of resumes for various purposes.

Reviews the basics of resume writing, providing examples of attention-grabbing sentences and paragraphs; features tips on writing summaries and experience descriptions; offers advice on how best to showcase skills and honors; and discusses the benefits of traditional, electronic, and scannable resumes.

Guidelines for resume writing are set forth focusing on functional and chronological formats. Sample cover letters and resumes are included.

A collection of resumes and cover letters from over seventy professional resume writers, designed for use by job seekers who do not have a four-year college degree, covering the fields of accounting and finance, communications, computer technology, environment, health care, legal support, and others.

Provides information on writing resumes that work, with advice on what to include, how to assemble the raw materials, and how to put it all together, sample resumes that have produced real jobs in a variety of fields, and advice on making resumes computer-friendly.

Presents a guide to business communications for people new to the job market, discussing resumes and cover letters, job interview etiquette, and proper conduct on the job.

Presents a practical guide to writing effective e-mails, letters, and resumes for both personal and business purposes designed to develop the communications skills necessary to comply with educational standards across the nation.