Is your job search stalling out after you submit a resume but before you're offered an interview? With reinvented recruiting technology, unmanageable millions of resumes choking employer databases, and government mandates in the name of diversity, a gigantic change has occurred in the recruiting world over the past several years—and it demands a fresh look at how you write and market your resumes. Whether you're entering the job market for the first time, changing jobs, or changing careers, Resumes for Dummies, 5th Edition will show you the ropes and rules for a new era in recruiting and job finding. With 85% new content added since the previous edition, this up-to-date guide gives you the very latest strategies on how to create, and more importantly, distribute your resume in today's new job search environment. You'll learn: Why most generic online resumes fail How to customize resumes for each job opening New quick ways to find the right jobs How to use meta search engines to your advantage Why both digital and print versions of resumes are still needed How to use resumes interactively The resume basics that still knock 'em dead How to create resumes for your life's changing phases What to do after you send them your resume With a wealth of sample resumes—organized by industry and career field, experience level and age, and special circumstances—along with tips on choosing professional resume help and other valuable resources, Resumes for Dummies, 5th Edition will help you get noticed in a universe saturated with billions of resumes and more on the way.

Master the art of resume writing and boost your chances of getting hired With unemployment rates still running high, getting an edge up on the competition in your field—whatever it may be—can be an intimidating and exhausting undertaking. Luckily, Resumes For Dummies is here to serve as your life raft as you navigate the murky waters of a modern-day job search. Inside, you'll find expert guidance on writing a winning resume that will set you head and shoulders above the crowd to land that elusive interview and get the job of your dreams. There's nothing easy and breezy about looking for a new job—whether you currently have one or not. But rather than succumbing to the panic that might convince you to hide under the covers, Resumes For Dummies arms you with the confidence you need to write a resume that will have prospective employers knocking your at your door. Includes tips on avoiding common resume-writing mistakes Provides updates on the latest changes in the job market that you'll need to take into account when writing a resume Outlines how to approach a lay-off in a professional light Covers how to confront privacy and reputation issues in online social job search Whether you're a recent graduate, second-timer looking for your next job, prime-timer who hasn't job-searched in decades, or the unfortunate victim of a lay-off, Resumes For Dummies takes the fear out of putting your skills on paper and sets you on the path to getting your foot in the door—and landing the job of your dreams.

This book is a showcase collection of 178 outstanding sample resumes and 30 cover letters representing the very best creations of professional resume writers. These one-of-a-kind, eye-catching resumes cover jobs from all occupational groups and at all levels. Using the samples and Dr. Noble?s writing tips, readers can create their own interview-landing resumes and cover letters. Key features for this edition include resume and cover letter writing, design, and layout strategies and tips from one of the most well-known names in the resume business, a bonus section of resumes printed on special resume paper, resume samples indexed by occupation and resume features (such as ?Education and Credentials?), and more coverage of electronic resumes, samples as well as creation and formatting tips.

Are you a graduate, postgraduate or PhD student? Are you simply looking for a new job in the private or public sector, in research or industry? If your aim is to produce a professional CV or resume, then this book is for you. Based on interviews with recruiters and HR managers, and an analysis of hundreds of CVs from around 40 different countries, the book is structured as a series of FAQs. Topics covered include: how recruiters and HR people analyse a CV whether using a template is a good idea the difference between a CV and a resume how to present your personal details and whether to include a photo how to write an Executive Summary what to write in each section (Education, Work Experience, Skills, Personal Interests) how to write dates how to highlight your language, communication and team skills how to get and write references You will also learn some hints and strategies for writing a: cover letter LinkedIn profile reference letter bio The last chapter of the book contains a simple template to help you get the job of your dreams!

The Resume Makeover Second Edition The first and only interactive resume guide from the nation's leading job-search expert In today's tumultuous job market, a lackluster resume isn't even worth the cost of a stamp or the click of a mouse. Make your resume shine with the help of the one-on-one guidance found in The Resume Makeover. Written by bestselling career author Jeffrey Allen, this updated how-to manual is loaded with insider tips and step-by-step guidelines on how to create attention-grabbing, high-profile resumes guaranteed to get you the interviews you desire. Once your resume is written, simply send it to the address listed in the book and, in just one week's time, your resume will be returned to you with a point-by-point critique and a detailed list of expert recommendations on how to make it even better! You also receive: * Before-and-after examples from a wide array of fields that reveal the do's and don'ts of writing effective resumes * New information on techniques for Internet transmittal of resumes * Special chapters on successful cover letters and follow-up letters * The best typefaces and types of paper to use for different markets * A new list of the most popular Internet resume posting services, their addresses, and focus Get more interviews and land the job of your dreams with the surefire tips found in The Resume Makeover!

Getting more than a moment of attention from potential employers isn't easy in today's job market. Not only are job seekers competing with a pool of other candidates, they're also up against resume screening software. Overcoming these obstacles is essential, and Gallery of Best Resumes helps job seekers do that and much more. This book showcases the very best resume samples, selected from thousands of submissions developed by professional resume writers throughout the U.S. These powerful resumes cover jobs from all occupational groups at all levels. In addition, the author provides a wealth of guidance on writing, designing, and using resumes and cover letters to get more immediate results in the job search. New content for this edition includes updated sample resumes and more coverage of electronic resumes including samples and tips for creating and formatting them.

Explains how to organize information on employment history, education, and skills into a resume that effectively markets a person's abilities, and includes sample resumes for jobseekers in a variety of fields.