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I need a resume. Where do I search?

The first answer that comes to mind as to where to get help with your resume is the Internet. At last count, there were over 500 major websites that offer resume help. They vary with some being very helpful to others that are probably just a waste of your time. How do you find the right one? You may want to start your search by typing “resume” in Google or other search engine. But be warned, doing so brings up over 165 million sites that contain the word resume. Obviously, you need to reduce that to about 10 or 15. … Continue Reading

Types of resumes

There are three major types of resumes: reverse chronological, functional, and combination. The reverse chronological resume is the most common. With this type of resume, you list your work experience starting with your most recent job then continue back in time ten or twelve years. Most potential employers prefer this type of resume as they can easily see your most recent employers.
A functional resume highlights particular skills and training. When applying for skilled positions (plumber, mechanic, electrician, etc.), a functional resume is your best choice. Also, if you have a great deal of education and training in your profession, a … Continue Reading

Resume Examples

It can be very helpful to examine a number of different examples of resumes before creating your own. There are three main types of resumes.

1. Reverse chronological resume
This style of resume lists your work experience in reverse chronological order with your most recent job listed first. Typically, you should list jobs going back 10 or 15 years unless you’ve had a large number of different jobs during that time (then pick and choose the most important). This type of resume pushes experience to the forefront and your work history becomes the main body of the resume. Reverse chronological is the … Continue Reading

Find Resume Templates and Examples

Myresumeimproved is your best source of information for writing effective, impressive resumes and cover letters. We will not only help you create the best resume possible, but one that gives you the best chance to land that new job! Here you will find resume templates and examples, ideas about formatting, style and appearance, information about how to submit your resume online and tips on how to “sell” yourself to potential employers.

Yes, myresumeimproved will help you create a resume that is free from errors and in the proper format. But we go beyond that by … Continue Reading