Are Resume Templates the "Kiss-of-Death"?

Author: LEW1S STRATT0N

The Resume/Curriculum Vitae market place is both a crowded and competitive one.You may have observed the torrents of conflicting advice about how you should or should not proceed with your own Resume or Curriculum Vitae. Writers begin from a variety of perspectives, which may include;

• Employers revile the use of Resume/CV templates as an inditement on the creativity of applicants
• Employers despair on receiving Resumes and CV’s that exceed 2 pages (or whatever number is the current fashion)
• The average job seeker does not have the competence to write their own Resume/CV and should hire a Consultant
• Job seekers should use their own intuition and common-sense and don’t need any further guidance
• The average job seeker needs a little help to stay up to date with current recruitment trends and terminology

However, an employer wants, first and foremost, a Resume that matches, as clearly and concisely as possible, an applicant’s training, knowledge, skills and experience to the requirements of the position for which they are recruiting. Are they really impressed if you pay a consultant hundreds of dollars to write your Resume, or do employers simply want to see quickly and clearly how your capabilities match their positions?

Not exactly rocket-science, is it? Why then do professional Resume consultants/writers insist on the “one right way” approach (their way) to YOUR Resume or CV? Are you a hopeless “career wreck” that cannot be trusted to write your own Resume or CV? Or are you simply an experienced and skilled individual in search of some refinements to create an edge?

This is where professional and flexible Resume/CV templates are invaluable. You don’t want a consultant to be making assumptions about the requirements of your industry or profession. You might however need a bit of helpful advice on the;

• types of information that a good Resume/CV would include
• use of positive language and appropriate self promotion techniques
• layout and presentation of your Resume/CV to maximise the relevance and ease of reading

More Help

“Best Foot Forward - Resumes & CV's of Note” is an easy to read book available for purchase at a great "value-for-money" price. The book has an example Resume format and shows you how to write your own Resume. Find out more about the “Author” and book on this website. Check out these resources and the Resume / CV templates now for a great result on your Resume!

About the Author

LEW1S STRATT0N is an experienced management and HR professional in the government sector with a particular interest in recruitment, OHS and disability issues.

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