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 What Is the Right Resume for Me?Sample Chronological resumes |
Definition:
The chronological resume is organized by job titles with the most recent position listed first.Employer Rating:
Employers tend to prefer the chronological resume because the format lists prior positions beginning with the most current. Employers perceive this resume style as fact-based and easily skimmed.Works Best For:
For job seekers with solid experience and a logical job history, the chronological resume is the most effective. Career changers and those who lack formal on-the-job experience (like new graduates) find this resume the most difficult to write.Samples:
Template for a Chronological resume
Sample Chronological resumes
Recommended Books on Chronological Resumes:
The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Perfect Resume. Susan Ireland.
Resume Catalog: 200 Damn Good Examples. Yana Parker.
The Overnight Resume. Donald Asher.
Best Resumes for Scientists and Engineers. Adele Lewis.
Blue Collar & Beyond: Resumes for Skilled Trades & Services. Yana Parker.
Does Your Resume Wear Combat Boots? William Fitzpatrick.
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