Are there quick and easy resume downloads?

startover22 · Sep 22, 2009, 08:22 PM

I am no good at finding any without strings being attached. I am not saying that I want to do my resume quick and easy, just the gosh darn download. (preferably free) I am currently looking into a government job and I haven't done a fresh resume for over 12 years. I need some serious help.
Thank you in advance!

Clough · Sep 24, 2009, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Wondergirl

I've been helping people with resumes since 1985. I suggest you put together a functional (skills-based) resume.

Now, think about it -- what skills do you have? (It's amazing what you pick up when running a daycare business.)

I'll help too, and I have DSL (haha, dearest Clough).

Braggart!

startover22 · Sep 26, 2009, 09:47 AM

You guys are great...Thank you. I got through the application, and now I need to add my resume and a few letters from my past employers! I need to really check into specific date when I was hired and when I left. I need to do some stuff before I proceed. Be patient with me as I have lots of kids and work full time. Thanks you two!

Clough · Sep 26, 2009, 02:02 PM

Hi again, startover22!

Is the potential new employer asking for recommendation letters or letters of reference written on your behalf?

Thanks!

startover22 · Sep 30, 2009, 06:45 PM

Reference letters. AND evaluations of any of my last employers, I have never had an employer that did those.
I also have a bunch of stuff I have to get done before i even get started. I will be back wiht the need of your help soon! Thank you guys.

Clough · Sep 30, 2009, 07:36 PM

Hi again, startover22!

It's really kind of odd that they would be asking for the letters from former employers. Do you know why they might be doing that, please?

Thanks!

startover22 · Oct 2, 2009, 08:43 PM

They are not asking, I thought it would be a nice touch after the "interview"

I have great references, I have never had a problem with other employees, or any problems with my work or how hard I work. I just thought it would be nice to hand them over after the fact....

Clough · Oct 2, 2009, 08:56 PM

Hi, startover22!

Are you saying that they aren't asking for letters of recommendation or a list of references? Are you talking about sending letters of recommendation, a list of references, or both? If so, which type to which are you referring, please? I'm confused here...

If they are asking for either or both, then you need to provide them. If they aren't asking for them, then I would wait until they ask you for them. Sending something prematurely could be viewed as a sign of weakness and insecurity. You should be able to sell yourself by a quality interview and the strength of your resume.

A nice, handwritten "Thank you" note after an interview is usually a nice touch, though.

Just my thoughts on those things...

Thanks!

startover22 · Oct 7, 2009, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Wondergirl

Not before. Once you give them reference names and phone numbers, you are giving them permission to contact the references. You want the interview to happen first.

Yes, I read that in your post before, so I figure if I have them ready for the "right" time, I will feel less stressed.

I want...ME, myself and I, want letters of recommendation, two of them....I have been a great employee and I know I would have no problem getting them from both of the full time jobs I have had. Gotta git to work!!