Resume Writing for a Recession

 

 “Resume Writing for a Recession”, an article in the August 22, 2010, edition of The Dallas Morning News in 1J by Staff and Wire Report provides a number of suggestions for individuals seeking employment in a job market flooded with individuals looking for work.

One of the articles’ suggestions is to avoid chronological formatting in a resume because many job seekers have gaps of employment during this period of high unemployment.  I personally think that avoiding disclosure of gaps of employment does not disguise the fact that such gaps exist.  A skillful interviewer will quickly investigate the applicant work history.  The employment situation is not a secret, and the hiring organization will appreciated honesty shown by an applicant. 

The article suggests that resumes should be tailored to the target employer by excluding irrelevant information and emphasizing accomplishments that fit the hiring organization’s requirements.  

Please share with readers of this blog how you structured a success resume that helped land you a job! 

Thanks!    Glyn