Never Fear! Rhyan, your Resume helper is here! - by Rhyan Eberhardt

Since about the age of 18, we all have heard how important resumes are. We have had it pounded into our brains over and over again. Well, if hearing that isn't stressful, then I don't know what is. We are constantly pressured with perfecting our resumes. Don't misunderstand me, I KNOW resumes are very important when searching for employment but, there is no need to lost any more hair over it. I have compiled a few tips together to help you with your resume and cover letter worries. So grab a cold drink, sit back, relax and enjoy...

Resumes

These categories of your resume must always be included:

• Contact information
• Work experience
• Higher education

Don't forget to state your job objective! This shows employers that you have a sense of direction and it shows that you set goals for yourself.

1. Do not prepare a resume that is more than 2 pages in length. One page is highly recommended.
2. Only state the work you have done for the past 15-20 years.
3. Do not omit dates of employment to hid your age.
4. Never mention anything about a salary or reasons you were fired from a previous job.
5. Avoid overused cliches.
6. Avoid long-winded and detailed job descriptions of your daily routine tasks. Your employer is already familiar with the duties.

Remember, the purpose of a resume is to get the interview, not necessarily the job.

Cover Letters

A cover letter is basically a letter of introduction. You will want to explain who you are and why you are writing to that company.

• It should be brief and simple. (Approx. 3-4 paragraphs)
• Should address what position you are applying for
• Should state how you learned about that position for the company
• Needs to include who will contact who.

Here are a couple videos that are helpful for relieving your resume and cover letter worries:



Well, there you have it folks! Use these tips to create a great resume and cover letter...stress-free!
So, keep your hair and your sanity and get THAT INTERVIEW!!I hope this has helped! Have a wonderful week! God Bless!

Works Cited:
http://www.accent-resume-writing.com/covertips/
http://www.resumagic.com/resumes2.html
http://www.damngood.com/jobseekers/tips.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHl1NZAmAD4&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbZ5_ar4Dj0