Writing a Resume

[Kev]

Wanted to rep you but the system wouldn't let me, what can I say Bilbs you can dish it out, but you can really take it too! Class act

If someone can't laugh at themselves they will have a very difficult life imo. You have to be able to roll with the punches.

I'll try and send some rep your way too buddy

[donnydarkoIRL]

There's you rep mate

[Von Milash]

Well that's just it, Hitman. I've done those things.... at least I THOUGHT I did...

My last resume got me 5 job ints. I went on three. I got three offers. So what gives now?

I was looking at books on the subject, and I see nothing in these supposed outstading resumes that mine doesn't incorporate. Im at a loss.

Fucking global financial markets meltdown.

[Kev]

Well that's just it, Hitman. I've done those things.... at least I THOUGHT I did...

My last resume got me 5 job ints. I went on three. I got three offers. So what gives now?

I was looking at books on the subject, and I see nothing in these supposed outstading resumes that mine doesn't incorporate. Im at a loss.

Fucking global financial markets meltdown.

Ok so it seems that your resume is ok but your interviews are letting you down.

Just a few points to consider.

1. Are you smelly?

2. Are you physically repulsive? Remember if your are morbidly obese the only jobs open to you are taxi driver and night time security guard.

3. Do you have ridiculous mutton chop sideburns? With a name like Von Milash I'm guessing this could be your problem?

[Steelie]

Well that's just it, Hitman. I've done those things.... at least I THOUGHT I did...

My last resume got me 5 job ints. I went on three. I got three offers. So what gives now?

I was looking at books on the subject, and I see nothing in these supposed outstading resumes that mine doesn't incorporate. Im at a loss.

Fucking global financial markets meltdown.

Have no fear, Steelies here

As a (talented) recruiter of 7 years standing, I would advise the following:

1. Quality over quantity - do a little research and take the time to tailor your CVs. It's a ballache to do, I know but generic CVs stand out a mile (in all the wrong ways).

Check the companys website or speak to Human Resources (more on these later) for the job spec and match your resume as close as you can. When recruiting in volume (and your sifting hundreds of CVs) the smallest omission can get you binned. Don't get bypassed simply because you forgot to include something. I've seen tons of ggod CVs go that way as you have to be ruthless or it'd take forever.

2. Ring the company directly...even speak to people in the department your interested in for information on the role. If you think that's too forward, ring the Reception or Customer Services and get the e-mail address for the the guys who are hiring. Tell them you are considering applying for the position and you would like to find out more at this stage (worst case scenario is that they'll bounce you to HR - in the best case scenarios I've had companies invite candidates in - and I can't even tell you how much of an edge that gives them...)

Actually, I'd put this right at the top of my list - it shows considerable initiative - whatsmore, if you get a reply to your e-mail or enquiry, thank them and tell them your applying and that you've sent your resume in...they'll look out for you, I promise...it's human nature.

2. We've already done 2

3. Build some bridges with HR. These guys generally won't spend that much time with you on the job spec etc (more than likely they'll post you something - it's usually just one of many they're recruiting for). All your looking for here really is a name and the opportunity to get your name in thier head (it can be as simple as speaking to them and getting thier e-mail address - and then highlighting in your e-mail with your resume that you just spoke).

4. Job websites are trawled by recruiters everyday but it pays to ensure your on ones that are relative to your field - particularly if your a specialist of some sort. Also consider signing up with a specialist agency directly (I'd suggest ringing you new HR friends and asking who they use...)

In short, there are ways to be more pro-active and take control of the situation. Simply changing your resume may help (after all, it could be shit ) but waiting for the work to come to you is leaving it to chance...and that's a waste of your time isn't it?

[No Contest]

If your able to apply in person I think that improves your chances, its alot easier to reject a unseen person than someone right there in your face. At least you will get a idea if they are interested, showing up in person shows your eager.

[donnydarkoIRL]

The downturn is making it significantly more difficult to obtain jobs at the moment, particularly in positions partly or entirely financed by Public funds. I guess as a result jobs affected or reliant on economic conditions will be suffering too.

But with a bit of patience the right one will come, hope it works out Von.