Before you begin, please read the Career Development Toolkit Introduction Guide if you haven’t already done so.
Get Started with Creating a Killer Profile (Resume)
01. Identify the resume format you would use.
Time Needed: 5 minutes
02. Identify your experience level.
How many pages would you want your resume to be?
Time Needed: 5 minutes
03. Identify any possible objections (or weaknesses) which people may see in you?
Time Needed: 5 minutes
To complete these activities use the following Playbook in this section.
01. Choose the resume format:
- Chronological
- Functional
- Hybrid (Combination)
We strongly recommend using the Hybrid Resume format.
For a more detailed look at resume formats:
Toolkit: Resume Formats
02. Identify Your Experience Level
- Professionals (those who have some experience) – Stick with the conventional 4 page resume. Accomplishment stories are key.
- C Level leaders, very senior managers: A one page resume with key accomplishment stories and summary of previous experiences is enough. If you have a solid track record then information on education, interests, skills etc may not be necessary.
- Entrants – Beginners (those with almost no experience) –
- Focus on accomplishment stories since your experience section is going to be smaller.
- Make a list of the skills & experience you have gained in life which can be presented as hard skills (e.g. organized sisters wedding -> Event Management).
It’s ok to have a slightly longer resume – just ensure that your first page is an executive summary of your accomplishments which is quickly readable.
03. Make a list of objections you would need to address
Toolkit: Objection handling strategy
