[Jobs] Objective on Resume
Dick Davis
ddavis at blindinc.org
Thu May 25 12:54:32 CDT 2006
Mike,
Stella actually gave the good examples.
Dick
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From: jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Michael Bullis
Sent: Wednesday, May 24, 2006 7:25 AM
To: Jobs for the Blind
Subject: Re: [Jobs] Objective on Resume
Dick did a better job than I at showing some examples of
accomplishments. The only thing that came to me last night is that we
need to remember that people usually don't hire you because of your
resume. They hire you because of a connection you make with them.
I once again refer everyone to Nick Corcodilos site. He talks about how
to make connections with companies and employers, how to avoid personnel
offices and get to the people who will give you an opportunity to
demonstrate your value. Check out
http://www.asktheheadhunter.com
I think you'll find it refreshing and very common sense.
Mike Bullis
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From: jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
Of Dick Davis
Sent: Tuesday, May 23, 2006 4:12 PM
To: 'Jobs for the Blind'
Subject: Re: [Jobs] Objective on Resume
Stella,
The only thing I would add is to make sure that these are not too broad
and generic. Everyone says things like "Team player and task focused".
Nobody says "Can't get along with coworkers" or "Wastes a whole bunch of
time", although in some instances that could be closer to the truth. The
secret is to offer enough real facts that what you say demonstrates as
well as tells the employer what your strengths are. These examples that
Stella gave do a really good job of that:
Over 10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and
customer service
Experienced and accountable underwriter in multiple lines of coverage
Proficient in multiple computer applications including Word, Excel,
Access, PowerPoint, and Internet
Typing speed 70 wpm
Ability to manage all accounting functions including accounts
payable/receivable, purchase orders, collections, reconciliation and
financial statements.
Direct staff in supervisor's absence.
Bonnie,
By now, you might have guessed that people who give job seekers advice
do not always agree completely. There's nothing wrong with that. Any
group of intelligent, knowledgeable people will do the same. The acid
test of a resume is whether or not it gets you job interviews. If it
doesn't, then you probably should change it.
A man I am working with has a very impressive set of credentials as an
auditor, but was getting passed over for part time debt collector jobs.
On a hunch, I suggest he explain in his cover letter that he had retired
from the state and was looking for a part time job to keep busy and
bring in some income.
When he did that, one interviewer told him in a screening interview what
others obviously had been thinking: that he wouldn't make near as much
money in that job as he did in his earlier job. He said he knew that,
and explained his situation to her. It worked, and he now has a
followup interview.
Dick Davis
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From: jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
Of Stella Doering
Sent: Tuesday, May 23, 2006 10:20 AM
To: jobs at nfbnet.org; eagle.wings at verizon.net
Subject: Re: [Jobs] Objective on Resume
Here are some real life examples of actual accomplishments and
competencies from resumes I have in my collection. I am also attaching
a Word document called Overview of Federal Resumes for those who may
find this helpful.
Here are examples of skills, competencies, strengths, etc. from some
real resumes:
Great organizational abilities with attention to accuracy
Experienced and accountable underwriter in multiple lines of
coverage
Customer relations oriented with good interpersonal communication
skills
Team player and task focused
Fast learner with excellent computer proficiency
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in multiple computer applications including Word, Excel,
Access, PowerPoint, and Internet
Typing speed 70 wpm
Fast learner and able to multi-task
Analytical problem solver with good people skills
Over 10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting
and customer service
Ability to manage all accounting functions including accounts
payable/receivable, purchase orders, collections, reconciliation and
financial statements.
Direct staff in supervisor's absence.
Communicate effectively with customers to provide information on
credit union loan services.
Proficient in multiple computer software programs
Hope this may be of use to some of you.
Stella F. Doering, M.A., CRC, CDMS, CCM
Vocational Consultant
Assurant Employee Benefits
Products and services underwritten and/or provided by Union Security
Ins. Co.
Kansas City, MO
816-556-7588
800-451-4531 X 7588
>>> eagle.wings at verizon.net 05/23/06 09:43AM >>>
Hi. Mike, you keep making the comments that you would like to read more
real and measurable accomplishments from people. I am wondering if,
perhaps, you could give some real examples of what you are looking for.
This would, perhaps, be more helpful to people. I think many people go
to work and do their jobs but never actually realize that what they do
is one, measurable, and two, an accomplishment at all. Then, once they
do realize those two facts, it can be as hard as the very devil to put
it into words, much less put it on paper in some meaningful fashion.
So, perhaps, since you are in a position to read multiple resumes, you
could take some of those statements and put them in what would be a more
preferred and meaningful way which would then be more helpful to others
on this list when they are writing their resumes.
The person who began this thread by asking the question would, likely,
have gotten a better idea of what she could write from such examples
than to be told to make it "real and measurable," too, especially if she
has no prior job experience.
I hope that makes sense.
Jessie L. Rayl, MA LPC
Pathways Counseling Services
101 Medical Ct, Suite 108
Martinsburg, WV 25401
Phone: (304) 262-8020
Telecopier: (304) 262-8099
Email: eagle.wings at verizon.net
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Michael Bullis" <mbullis at bism.org>
To: "Jobs for the Blind" <jobs at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Tuesday, May 23, 2006 9:54 AM
Subject: Re: [Jobs] Objective on Resume
>I read far to many resumes and what I wish I saw more of are resumes
> that describe real and measurable accomplishments.
> I worked at this office and improved the average time for receiving
> incoming calls by twenty percent. I developed a new filing system
which
> has become the company standard.
> You get the picture. Tell me what you have done and can do.
> Mike
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:jobs-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf
> Of Bonnie Ainsworth
> Sent: Tuesday, May 23, 2006 8:50 AM
> To: Jobs for the Blind
> Subject: [Jobs] Objective on Resume
>
> Hi all,
>
> I'm creating a new resume and was wondering what some of you who are
> working in clerical positions put in the "objective" block of your
> resumes. The resume I currently have was done by a former Federal
> employee, and since it was created for Government use, that
information
> wasn't necessary. Also, for those of you who work in the Federal
> Government, I was using Form OF-612 which you all know is long and
> tedious.
> Thanks in advance for any help you can give me.
>
> Bonnie
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