ghly to see if they are open to creative styles. this type of resume acts as a mini-portfolio and can be impressive if well-designed.
the combination resume:
as there is no absolute right or wrong in resume writing, you can combine the styles in any way which makes your particular background look the best
some useful tips for a good resume
· there is no one optimal style or format
· match the resume style to the company/position you want:
conservative company… conservative resume
· presentation and clarity are very important
· be concise
· include relevant and positive information only
· be honest, be able to explain/prove everything on your resume. remember your resume is often used as the basis of questions in an interview
· layout should be consistent and reader friendly
· use clear type styles
· use a reasonable font size for the text (~ size 12)
· avoid "font mania" - the excessive use of different fonts, italics, bold, underlined, etc!
· not cluttered – lots of white space
· use bullet points and relevant subheadings
· use short statements in point form rather than lengthy sentences or paragraphs
· only use abbreviations that are widely understood (beware of technical jargon)
· eliminate excessive punctuation
· check for spelling and grammatical errors
· have all indents in alignment
· use a laser printer
· page breaks should not split lists, paragraphs, etc.
· use a4 good quality paper and usually pick subtle colours; white, buff, pastel
· print on one side of the paper
· use an a4 envelope for posting
· binders and fancy covers are seldom worthwhile
common resume headings
to know which of the following subheadings you are going to use you have to know: who is this resume for? resumes must be targeted to a particular employer, position or job type. it is impossible to produce a resume without having such a focus. a one-size fits all resume does not exist.
there are no specific headings you have to use. you must select or invent headings that show you in the best possible light and are relevant to the job for which you are applying.
there is no particular order in which you must present your information but one usually puts the most recent or impressive information first.
headings about your personal information
name, address, phone no. mobile, fax, e-mail
· personal
· personal data/details
· summary
· hi

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