Question

resumes have evolved quite a bit over the time. "Today employees have the expectationsof not only what a resume should contain, but also how long it should be. What must be included, and how it should be sent." justify the statement.

Answer 1

Answer:

Your resume (sometimes called your "CV") is your most important tool when applying for a job. It doesn't matter how qualified you are, or how much experience you have - if your resume is poorly presented or badly written, you're going to have trouble getting the job you want - or even an interview.

The purpose of a resume  : Your resume is a marketing tool. It needs to demonstrate followings:-

1. That you are employable  
2. How you meet the job and the organisation's requirements  
3. That you have the right qualifications and education  
4. That you have the right experience and skills  
5. That you have the right level of professionalism for the job

How long should my resume be?

There is no set length for a resume. A resume varies in length depending on your experience and education. If you haven't worked much before, one or two pages is best, but three pages is okay if you've got a lot of study and work behind you.

Make sure you don't pad out your resume. If your resume is only one page, as long as it's well-presented it might get better results than a two-page resume full of unnecessary information.

How should I order my resume?

Generally it's always good to present the information on your resume in this order:

1. Contact details
2. Opening statement  
3. List of key skills  
4. List of technical/software skills
5. Personal attributes/career overview
6. Educational qualifications
7. Employment history/volunteering/work placements  
8. References/referees

How resume should be sent :- Microsoft Word is currently the most popular format for submitting a resume as an email attachment.