How to Create a Job Resume

How to Create a Job ResumeThere are many different ways to create a job resume. Depending on the job you are applying for, the resume might be targeted towards specific people, and it could even contain specific skills or skill sets that are required. However, one of the best ways to create a job resume is to use an online tool that will allow you to create an informative, professional looking resume using just your computer.One of the most popular places to find such a tool is a number of professional resume writers who often host their personal websites on the Internet. Most of these professionals know all about what goes into creating an effective and credible resume, and they will be happy to share some of their secrets with you. You might find them to be very informative, but you will also likely learn a lot more about yourself through their experiences.Of course, if you need some advice about how to craft a resume that can help you land a job, then you may want to read our arti cle about the three main types of resumes, as well as some basic pointers for writing a good job resume. After reading this article, you should have a good idea about what goes into creating a resume and how to go about creating a solid and professional one.The first thing you should know about creating a resume is that you do not want to do it alone. Many companies now use applicant tracking systems to weed out applicants who are simply trying to game the system. This is something that you will want to avoid at all costs, because you do not want to appear to be a cheater when you are submitting your resume. Since so many resumes are submitted every day, you want to give yourself as much time as possible to get the job.In addition to searching for a good resume writer, you will also want to consider what kind of resume you want to create. Many people just create a generic type of resume that they submit to all of the different places they apply, and this can take forever. So if you are trying to figure out how to become a better candidate, you will want to start by creating a resume that is specifically designed for you.In order to make sure you are hiring the right person, you will want to think about your own career goals, and write down what skills or work experience you already have that will put you ahead of other candidates. If you are a stay-at-home mom, for example, you may be able to create a resume that talks about your background as a stay-at-home mom instead of your experience as a sales representative. Make sure you do not cut corners in your resume, and always make sure your resume is formatted properly. There are hundreds of templates available on the Internet for free, and it is not hard to create a great resume with one of these.By taking advantage of the many free online job databases available online, you will be able to build up a portfolio of your skills, which can then be used as a selling point when you go out to apply for jobs. You will find a wealth of job opportunities, and you can find out from the sites that are running these job postings how to get started. You may have never considered using such a tool, but now you can, and you will want to take advantage of it.

Insecure Creator Issa Rae How I Landed at HBO

'Insecure' Creator Issa Rae How I Landed at HBO Issa Rae’s career sprang, somewhat serendipitously, from the drudgery of office life. Her 2011 breakout web series The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl lampooned her experiences punching the clock, and like anyone with a temp job and a side hustle that requires expensive camera equipment, she maxed out her credit cards in the process. But the gamble paid off: The series became an underground sensation, and fans raised more than $50,000 to fund it through it’s first season â€" HBO came calling soon after. Now Rae is one of the most sought-out names in Hollywood. The 33-year-old writes, produces, and stars in HBO’s Insecure, which was picked up for a third season last year. She’s also signed on to develop three more projects for the network. Her first major film role, for the screen adaptation of the young adult novel The Hate U Give, is currently in production. And last fall, she became the new face of CoverGirl makeup. On a recent break from filming, Rae spoke with MONEY about credit card debt, salary negotiating, and what she refuses to spend her paycheck on. You used to work in corporate America. What do you remember about that time in your life? There’s an ingrained work culture that doesn’t really differ from office to office. So whether I was at a company that sold light bulbs or whatever else, the culture felt very similar. Especially the coworker dynamics, which would simultaneously frustrate me and crack me up. Wait you used to sell light bulbs? At like, a call center? No it was a supplier. It was just making sure offices had their specific supplies of lightbulbs. It was a very menial job. It didn’t fulfill anybody who was working there. A lot of your work focuses on the challenges black people face in the workplace. Were you the only person of color at those jobs? I’ve been the only one at various jobs. And a lot of our [Insecure] writers have been the only black person, the only woman, the only gay person. There is something so ostracizing and isolating about that. You end up being the spokesperson for all gay people or all black people or all women. In what way? You have to assimilate more, or speak on behalf of, or defend. And that further isolates you because people feel like they have to tiptoe around you. Sometimes you’re like, I just want to come to work to work. Not to be an advocate or to put whatever I identify as on display. How much did you spend getting Awkward Black Girl off the ground? The first episode cost like $5. And the second and third were a couple hundred. The more people that came on, the more elaborate it got, we got into the $1,000 range. That was without being able to pay people. Once we were able to Kickstart, we were finally able to pay people for their services. In your book The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl, you recall convincing your dad to help you buy some film equipment, which ended up getting stolen before you started filming your web series. So you must have had to buy the replacement equipment yourself … Yeah, credit card debt. How much? All of my credit cards were maxed out. It was like $10,000. What was going through your head at the time? There were definitely moments of despair. Just thinking, “Will I ever get out of this hole? Will I ever make enough money to get out of debt?” Do you remember how it felt to finally pay it off? I got completely out of debt the second season of Awkward Black Girl. It was the second time I was able to be debt free. The first time an aunt had passed, and bless her heart, she had left us an inheritance. I used that money to get myself out of debt, and made a vow to myself to never be crippled by debt ever again. So when I ran up a few cards again, I was devastated. This time I knew it was for real. You’ve been in the TV industry for a few years now, which means you’ve probably sat in lots of meetings where you were the only woman, or the only black person, in the room. Do you have any advice for navigating something like salary negotiation when there’s an obvious power imbalance? It’s so hard, but now I’m in a position where I have employees. Men have no problem asking for what they’re worth, [and] it’s changed my attitude. I employ men and women, and on several occasions I’ve had men approach me with, “I need to be making this,” or “is there room for this?” And I’m like, wow, why haven’t women approached me, or been as vocal about that? So now I just think, why should I feel ashamed? If I’ve generally been working hard, and have been an asset to the company, why would I not ask for my worth? If a company does not value you, you don’t belong there. And if you don’t feel comfortable asking, know that the person next to you does. There shouldn’t be anything stopping you. Your style has evolved since your career took off. Are there other things you’re more willing to spend more money on now? I’m not a big shopper. But I eat at restaurants a lot more, and I travel more. There are certain things that I couldn’t do as freely that I embrace now that I can afford it, now that I’m comfortable. Are there things you refuse to spend money on? I don’t splurge just because. I will never have 17 cars. I will never have expensive jewelry. I don’t spend that much on my clothes, or shoes. I will spend money on a stylist, and a makeup artist, because those things feel necessary for work. But material things? No.     Correction: An earlier version of this article stated that a Kickstarter funded Awkward Black Girl for two seasons. It was only one.

Are Your Listening Skills Your Job Search Problem - Work It Daily

Are Your Listening Skills Your Job Search Problem - Work It Daily Every once in a while, I run across what seems to be a good candidate on paper and he or she is just struggling to land a job. They might have master’s degrees and everything that would suggest they are highly competitive. Related: 5 Quick Tips For Better Listening Skills Then, it happens. You’re in a conversation with the person for 10 minutes and you've nailed his job search problem â€" THEY DON’T LISTEN. Communication skills are vital in business. The business world would come to a complete stand still if we couldn't actively communicate with our customers and with our work team. Seems simple enough but some people truly can’t communicate well. They might talk a mile-a-minute, but that doesn't mean they can communicate. Communication, however, is a two-way process. One person speaks, the other person listens. If the person listening can’t, or doesn't fully understand what the other person is attempting to communicate, they repeat back what they hear, acknowledge what they heard or ask questions. That process is called “active listening.” It is taking an equal role in communication. Imagine what it's like to have the person blow past what you’re saying with almost no acknowledgement that you even said something. Now, try to imagine asking a question 10 minutes ago and, if you got an answer in all of that, you're probably having a tough time figuring it out. Hiring managers or managers in general start developing a fairly short attention span because they have so much on their plate and need to focus on the most high pay-back things. They will simply write you off if they think you aren’t listening â€" especially to them. The assumption they make is that if you can’t listen or focus on what they need to hear, then you most likely can’t do a very effective job. It’s tough to train someone to listen when they don’t already possess that capability. Communication, especially listening, is a big part of the “likability” factors of: Know â€" Like â€" Trust. They might get to know you because you’ve talked so much but they may not like you too much because you aren't focusing on their needs. They also can’t trust you because they don’t think you’ll take the right action when it is the most critical because you aren't really paying attention. Let me suggest a few things you can do if you are concerned, or even if you want to improve your communication. Any time you are speaking (unless you are instructing), limit each verbal input to two minutes or less. I suggest you work with someone who will ask you questions and then keep track of how long your responses are. You need to get a feel for how long two minutes is by being kept in that window. You need to practice this until you nail it every time. Practice “active” listening. Active listening is when you participate with what the other person is saying before devising any response. Active listening can take a few forms. It may mean you repeat back what they say in your own words to ensure you understand. Look for their acknowledgement that you understand. Ask a question of understanding like “So in other words, you are saying/asking...” People want to have the other person pay attention to them. This is how you do that: Pause for a few seconds before responding. During this pause, you can do the next step plus it will clear out any preconceived responses. It will give the impression that you are really giving the question real thought. Repeat back questions you are being asked, even if it's in your head. You need to make sure you grasp the question first before responding. When you are complete, ask if you answered the question to their satisfaction. Self examine. If you’re talking excessively, you might be nervous. If you are, look for relaxation techniques to help you calm down and be present with the other person. You can be the most brilliant person on the planet. If you can’t deliver and receive well (speak and listen), all that brilliance will do you no good. Make sure you aren't undermining your own career and job search by failing to listen well. This is a job search problem you don't want to have. This post was originally published on an earlier date. Related Posts 18 Easy Conversation Starters For Networking Events Conversation Killers: How To Ruin A Networking Opportunity Promotion Killers: Poor Conversation Skills   Photo Credit: Shutterstock Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!